Description
Sweet Valentine’s Strawberries Cream Iced Latte offers romantic coffee magic in one delightful glass. Rich espresso blends perfectly with fresh strawberry essence, creating a dreamy pink-hued beverage you’ll instantly adore.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) milk (whole, almond, or oat)
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) brewed espresso or strong coffee, chilled
Sweeteners and Flavorings:
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) hot water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon (15 grams) powdered sugar
Additional Components:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) ice cubes
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) heavy cream
- Melted white chocolate
- Fresh strawberry slices
Instructions
- Create a vibrant strawberry syrup by simmering sliced strawberries with sugar and hot water for 5-7 minutes until fruits break down and release natural sweetness.
- Crush the softened strawberries gently, then strain through a fine mesh to extract a smooth, ruby-red liquid.
- Enhance the syrup with a splash of vanilla extract and allow to cool completely at room temperature.
- Fill a tall glass with fresh ice cubes to create a chilled foundation for the latte.
- Pour cold espresso or strong coffee directly over the ice, creating a rich dark base.
- Gently stream cold milk into the coffee, creating a creamy layer.
- Drizzle the homemade strawberry syrup across the surface, allowing it to swirl and blend naturally.
- Whip heavy cream with powdered sugar until it forms soft, billowy peaks with a light, airy texture.
- Crown the latte with delicate spoonfuls of whipped cream, creating an elegant white landscape.
- Melt white chocolate and artfully drizzle thin streams across the cream’s surface.
- Garnish with thinly sliced fresh strawberry pieces, arranging them to create a romantic, festive presentation.
Notes
- Customize sweetness by adjusting syrup quantity based on personal taste preferences.
- For dairy-free option, swap regular milk with almond, oat, or coconut milk alternatives.
- Experiment with chocolate variations by using dark or milk chocolate instead of white for different flavor profiles.
- Make syrup ahead and store in refrigerator for up to one week, saving preparation time during busy moments.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Coffee
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg