Description
This Cherry Vanilla Iced Latte is a refreshing dairy-free summer treat combining the natural sweetness of cherries with smooth vanilla almond milk and strong brewed coffee. Perfect for a cool, flavorful pick-me-up, it features a homemade cherry simple syrup for a delightful fruity twist on the classic iced latte.
Ingredients
Scale
Cherry Syrup
- 2 cups Cherries (Frozen cherries work great)
- 1 cup Sugar or Monk Fruit (Use monk fruit for a low-calorie option)
- 1 cup Water (Essential for cooking down the cherries)
Beverage
- 2 cups Strong Brewed Coffee (Regular, decaf, or coffee alternative)
- 2 cups Vanilla Almond Milk (Dairy-free and enhances flavor)
- 1/2 cup Vanilla Almond Creamer (Optional for extra creaminess)
- 1/2 cup Homemade Cherry Simple Syrup (Adjust sweetness to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare Cherry Syrup: In a medium pot over medium heat, combine cherries, water, and sugar or monk fruit. Simmer for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently and pressing the cherries to release their juices until the mixture thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
- Strain Syrup: Strain the cooked cherry mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a glass container to remove solids. Allow the syrup to cool completely, which will thicken the syrup further and develop the flavors.
- Assemble the Latte: Fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour in the desired amount of the homemade cherry syrup according to your preferred sweetness level.
- Froth Milk and Creamer: Froth the vanilla almond milk and optional vanilla almond creamer together until light and creamy, using a milk frother or by shaking vigorously in a sealed jar.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the frothed milk mixture over the ice and cherry syrup, then gently add the brewed coffee over the top. Stir gently to combine all flavors without losing the frothy texture.
- Serve: Serve immediately for a refreshing summer iced latte experience.
Notes
- Frozen cherries are a convenient and delicious option when fresh cherries are out of season.
- Substitute monk fruit sweetener to reduce calories while maintaining sweetness.
- Adjust the amount of cherry syrup to your liking for more or less sweetness and fruity flavor.
- For a caffeine-free version, use decaffeinated coffee or a coffee alternative like chicory or dandelion root coffee.
- Use dairy-free almond milk and creamer to keep this recipe vegan and dairy-free.
