Candy Cane Latte Recipe

Embrace the holiday spirit with our Festive Candy Cane Latte, a delightful blend that combines the warmth of espresso with the cheerful flavors of cherry and mint. This festive beverage is perfect for cozy winter mornings or holiday gatherings, offering a comforting and delicious way to celebrate the season.

Ingredients

🍒 3/4 oz Cherry Flavored Syrup
🌿 1/4 oz Creme de Menthe
☕ 1 shot Espresso made with Lavazza Super Crema coffee beans
🥛 4-6 oz Steamed Milk
🍦 Dessert Topping or Whipped Cream aerosol can or hand-whipped
🍬 Small Candy Canes, crushed
🍭 1 Small Candy Cane for garnish

Instructions

1- Steam the Milk:

Ensure the Gaggia Espresso Pure machine is at steam temperature.
Purge the steam wand into a Pyrex measuring cup until only steam is released.
Place the wand into a Rattleware 12oz. Latte Art Pitcher with 4-6 oz of milk.
Begin steaming to create a slight froth, ideal for a latte.
Once frothy, heat until the pitcher base is too hot to touch, then stop steaming.
Clean the steam wand with a cloth after use.

2- Cool the Boiler and Brew Espresso:

Turn off the steam button on the machine.
Use a Rattleware 3oz. Shot Glass Pitcher under the portafilter.
Open the steam valve and press the brew button to cool the boiler.
Close the steam valve once the steam stops, and let water flow.
Insert the portafilter with Lavazza Super Crema coffee.
Brew a shot of espresso directly into the shot glass.

3- Assemble the Latte:

In a latte glass, combine 3/4 oz cherry syrup and 1/4 oz creme de menthe.
Pour the espresso shot into the glass.
Add the steamed milk, blending it with syrups and espresso.

4- Garnish:

Top generously with dessert topping or whipped cream.
Sprinkle crushed candy canes over the whipped cream.
Hang a small whole candy cane on the glass rim for decoration.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Equipment: Gaggia Espresso Pure Espresso Machine, Rattleware 12oz. Latte Art Pitcher, Rattleware 3oz. Shot Glass Pitcher, Pyrex Measuring Cup, Latte Glass, Cleaning Cloth, Whipped Cream Dispenser, Small bowls