Lavender Latte Recipe

Inspired by Clafoutis

Time30m

Serves1

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Ingredients

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1
Make the syrup
Combine 1 cup water and 1 cup granulated sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a gentle simmer.
2
Infuse lavender
Add 2 tablespoons dried culinary lavender buds to the simmering syrup. Reduce heat to low and let the mixture gently simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to keep the sugar dissolved.
3
Steep
Remove the pan from heat, cover, and let the lavender steep in the syrup for 15 minutes to build flavor without becoming overly perfumed or bitter.
4
Strain and finish
Strain the syrup through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a heatproof container to remove the lavender buds. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract if using. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate in a sealed jar. Syrup keeps up to 2 weeks refrigerated.

5
Brew two shots of espresso (about 60 ml total) or make 1/2 cup of very strong brewed coffee. Pour the espresso/coffee into your serving cup and set aside.

6
Pour 1 cup milk into a small saucepan and warm over medium-low heat until steaming but not boiling (about 150°F / 65°C). Alternatively, heat in the microwave for 45–60 seconds until hot.
7
Froth the warmed milk using a milk frother, French press, or by vigorously whisking to create microfoam. If you want extra foam, reserve 1/4 cup milk, froth it separately, and spoon the foam on top.

8
Add lavender syrup to the espresso: measure 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons of lavender syrup per serving (adjust to taste) into the cup with espresso. Stir to dissolve and combine.
9
Slowly pour the steamed milk into the espresso and syrup mixture, holding back foam with a spoon. Pour gently to create a layered, even latte.
10
Spoon or place the reserved foam on top if you frothed extra milk. Sprinkle a light pinch (about 1/4 teaspoon) of dried lavender buds or a dusting of lavender sugar over the foam for aroma and presentation.
11
Taste and adjust: if you prefer sweeter or stronger lavender flavor, add another 1/2 tablespoon syrup and stir. Serve immediately.