Cinnabliss Latte Recipe

Time10m

Serves1

latte with white chocolate and cinnamon

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Ingredients

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1
Make quick cinnamon syrup
Combine 1 tablespoon granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon water in a small saucepan or microwave-safe container. Add 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon and heat gently until sugar dissolves and mixture is fragrant (about 1–2 minutes on medium-low stovetop or 30–45 seconds in microwave). Stir thoroughly to fully incorporate the cinnamon. Remove from heat and let rest for 1 minute. This yields a concentrated cinnamon syrup to flavor the latte.

2
Brew espresso
Pull two shots (about 2 ounces) of espresso using your espresso machine. If you don't have an espresso machine, brew 2 ounces strong coffee using a Moka pot or Aeropress.
3
Melt white chocolate
Place 2 tablespoons white chocolate chips in a heatproof cup or small saucepan. Add 1 tablespoon of the hot espresso (reserved from the pulled shots) or 1 tablespoon hot milk and gently melt the chips, stirring until smooth. This helps the white chocolate emulsify into the milk.
4
Steam milk
Steam 10 fl oz whole milk with a steam wand to about 150–155°F (65–68°C), producing velvety microfoam. If no steam wand: heat milk in a small saucepan until just before simmering (around 150°F / warm to the touch) and froth by whisking vigorously or using a handheld frother for 20–30 seconds to create foam.
5
Combine espresso, syrup, and chocolate
In a 12–14 oz cup, add the two shots of espresso. Stir in the melted white chocolate until fully combined. Add 1–2 teaspoons of the prepared cinnamon syrup to taste and stir well. Taste and add additional syrup if you prefer a stronger cinnamon sweetness.
6
Pour milk
Slowly pour the steamed milk into the cup over the espresso mixture, holding back foam with a spoon. Then spoon the microfoam on top (or if pouring latte art, allow foam to integrate as you pour). Aim for a balance of liquid milk and 1–1.5 cm of foam on top.

7
Lightly dust 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon over the foam. If desired, grate or shave a small amount of white chocolate over the top (about 1 teaspoon) for extra visual appeal and sweetness. Serve immediately.