Cinnamon Churro Latte with Dulce de Leche

A cozy coffee treat with warm cinnamon and sweet dulce de leche - tastes like a churro!

Love churros? This cozy Cinnamon Churro Latte brings the magic of Mexican street treats to your coffee cup! Sweet dulce de leche and warm cinnamon blend perfectly with rich espresso for a dessert-like drink that'll make your taste buds dance.

You'll be surprised how easy it is to make this cafe-worthy drink at home. Using your favorite dark roast coffee or espresso as the base, the combination of homemade cinnamon syrup and creamy dulce de leche creates pure magic. Perfect for chilly mornings or as an afternoon pick-me-up!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This isn't just another latte - it's a coffee experience you'll crave again and again!

Tastes like your favorite churros in drink form
Easy to make with simple ingredients
Customizable sweetness levels
Perfect balance of coffee and dessert flavors

Cinnamon Churro Latte with Dulce de Leche

A cozy coffee treat with warm cinnamon and sweet dulce de leche - tastes like a churro!

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Equipment

Espresso machine or coffee maker
Milk frother or steaming wand
16 oz mug
Small saucepan
Measuring spoons
Strainer

Ingredients

2 shots espresso (or 4 oz strong brewed coffee)
2 tablespoons dulce de leche
1 oz cinnamon syrup
8 oz steamed milk
**For the cinnamon syrup:**
1 cup water
1 cup granulated sugar
2 cinnamon sticks
Whipped cream for topping (optional)
Ground cinnamon for garnish

Instructions

**Make the cinnamon syrup:** Combine water, sugar, and cinnamon sticks in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 10 minutes. Let cool and strain.
Brew your espresso or strong coffee into a large mug.
Add dulce de leche and cinnamon syrup to the hot coffee. Stir until well combined.
Steam your milk until hot and frothy.
Pour the steamed milk over the coffee mixture, holding back the foam with a spoon.
Top with the reserved foam and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.
Optional: Add whipped cream and an extra drizzle of dulce de leche.

Pro Tips

**Pre-warm your mug** with hot water for the best temperature retention
**Use freshly ground coffee beans** for the richest flavor
**Make extra cinnamon syrup** and store it in the fridge for up to 2 weeks
**Warm the dulce de leche** slightly to help it blend better

Calories: 285kcal, Carbohydrates: 45g, Protein: 8g, Fat: 9g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 32mg, Sodium: 115mg, Potassium: 367mg, Fiber: 0.5g, Sugar: 43g, Calcium: 257mg, Iron: 0.5mg

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