Embrace the flavors of autumn with a delightful Pecan Pie Iced Latte. This rich and nutty beverage marries the comforting taste of pecan pie with smooth espresso, making it the perfect treat for the fall season. Inspired by classic American desserts, this iced latte offers a unique, homemade syrup that is sure to elevate your coffee experience.
Ingredients
🍬 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
💧 1/2 cup Water
🌰 1/3 cup Pecans, chopped
🥞 Pearl Milling Company Original Syrup, a generous pour
🥄 Coop's Salted Caramel, 1-2 spoonfuls
☕ Nespresso Vertuo coffee pod
❄️ Ice, approximate quantity for filling the glass
🥛 Milk, add as needed for the latte and frothing
Instructions
1- Prepare Pecan Pie Syrup:
- In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, water, chopped pecans, Pearl Milling Company Original Syrup, and Coop's Salted Caramel.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat until it begins to simmer, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Strain the mixture using a fine mesh strainer into a glass measuring cup to separate the syrup from the pecan solids.
- Transfer the strained pecan pie syrup into a storage bottle.
2- Prepare Espresso:
- Insert a Nespresso Vertuo coffee pod into your Nespresso machine.
- Pour a desired amount of the prepared pecan pie syrup into a small espresso mug.
- Brew an espresso shot directly into the mug containing the syrup and stir thoroughly.
3- Assemble Iced Latte:
- Fill a serving glass with ice. For a fun twist, place a decorative pecan at the bottom.
- Pour the espresso and pecan pie syrup mixture over the ice.
- Add milk to the glass, leaving a little space for froth.
- Stir the iced latte to blend all the flavors.
- Top with frothed milk or cold foam.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of chopped pecans on top of the foam for added flavor and texture.
Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
Cook Time: 5-10 minutes
Total Time: 15-25 minutes
Servings: 1
Equipment:
- Saucepan (similar style to Caraway)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mesh strainer
- Glass bottle for syrup storage
- Nespresso Vertuo machine (white and black model)
- Serving glass
- Frothing pitcher
Cooking Tips
- Ensure you strain the syrup well to achieve a smooth consistency.
- Use quality espresso to enhance the flavor profile of the latte.
- Experiment with different types of milk, e.g., oat or almond, for a personalized taste.
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Pecan Pie Iced Latte
