Coffee Recipe: Caramel Latte

Learn how to make a caramelized latte that stands out with its delicious crème brûlée, achieved through a sprinkling of brown sugar and the use of a kitchen torch.
This easy recipe gives you the opportunity to elevate your daily coffee with irresistible caramel notes. Transform your coffee breaks into a true gourmet experience, appealing to both coffee lovers and those with a sweet tooth.

If, like me, you love crème brûlée-style desserts, you’re going to love this recipe.
The principle is simple: prepare a latte, sprinkle it with brown sugar, then caramelize it using a kitchen torch.
You’ll get a latte with a thin crispy layer of caramel on the surface, which, when mixed with the coffee, will offer incomparable caramelized aromas.

Ingredients and equipment

Ingredients

• Freshly ground coffee
• Whole milk
• Brown sugar

Equipment

• Coffee machine with steam wand (or, alternatively, an electric milk frother affiliate link)
• Kitchen torch affiliate link(or a DIY torch)
• Wide latte cup
• Spoon

Step-by-step preparation

1. Prepare a latte:
   • Pull your espresso.
   • Froth the milk using the steam wand or a frother.
   • Gently pour the foam over your espresso.

2. Sprinkle with brown sugar: apply a thin layer on the foam to prevent the caramel from completely masking the coffee taste.

3. Caramelize with a blowtorch as you would for a crème brûlée.

When tasting, break the caramel with a spoon to savor the coffee, foam, and caramel together.
This combination offers the impression of enjoying a spoon dessert.

Part of the caramel will melt, enriching the coffee with delicious caramelized aromas.