Sf Vanilla Recipe

Brew coffee

Brew 1.5 cups of very strong coffee (use a double-strength drip, French press concentrated brew, or 2 shots of espresso plus 1/4 cup hot water). Keep it hot.

In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup whole milk, 3 tablespoons vanilla syrup, 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Warm over medium-low heat, whisking frequently, until just steaming and small bubbles form at the edge (do not boil), about 3–4 minutes.

Froth the warmed milk mixture to your preferred texture: use a handheld milk frother, a French press (pump 20–30 times), or whisk vigorously for 30–45 seconds until light and slightly foamy.

Pour the hot brewed coffee into a large mug or two smaller mugs (recipe makes roughly 2 servings if smaller). Slowly add the frothed vanilla milk over the coffee, holding back foam with a spoon then spooning foam on top.

Chill a small mixing bowl and beaters (optional) in the freezer for 5 minutes for better whipping.

Pour 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream into the chilled bowl. Add 1 teaspoon powdered sugar and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract. Whip with an electric mixer or whisk until soft peaks form, about 1–2 minutes. Do not overbeat.

Spoon or pipe a generous dollop of the vanilla whipped cream onto each latte immediately before serving.

Lightly dust the whipped cream with 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon or sprinkle a small pinch of fresh vanilla bean seeds for intensified vanilla aroma.

Finish with 1 teaspoon shaved dark chocolate over the top for contrast and an attractive presentation.