Salted Caramel Brulee Latte (Starbucks Copycat)

A cozy coffee treat with rich caramel, vanilla, and a crunchy brûlée topping

Love Starbucks' holiday drinks? This homemade Salted Caramel Brûlée Latte brings together smooth espresso, creamy caramel, and a crunchy sugar topping that'll make your coffee dreams come true. The mix of sweet and salty flavors with that amazing crackly top is totally addictive!

This coffee shop favorite is surprisingly easy to make at home. Using strong espresso or dark roast coffee as your base, you'll add homemade caramel sauce and vanilla syrup, then top it with torched sugar for that signature brûlée crunch. Perfect for cold winter mornings or when you're craving something special!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This coffee shop favorite is easier to make than you think! Here's why you'll love it:

Way cheaper than coffee shop versions
Customize the sweetness to your taste
Fun to make with the torched sugar topping
Perfect for holiday entertaining

Salted Caramel Brulee Latte (Starbucks Copycat)

A cozy coffee treat with rich caramel, vanilla, and a crunchy brûlée topping

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Equipment

Espresso machine or coffee maker
Kitchen torch
Milk frother or steamer
16-ounce mug
Measuring spoons

Ingredients

2 shots espresso (or 4 oz strong brewed coffee)
2 tablespoons caramel sauce
1 tablespoon vanilla syrup
1 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for brûlée topping)
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Whipped cream for topping

Instructions

Brew your espresso or strong coffee
In a mug, combine caramel sauce and vanilla syrup
Pour hot espresso over the sauce mixture and stir well
Steam or heat milk until hot and frothy
Pour steamed milk over the coffee mixture
Top with whipped cream
Sprinkle granulated sugar evenly over whipped cream
Using a kitchen torch, carefully caramelize the sugar until golden brown
Sprinkle with sea salt and serve immediately

Pro Tips

Use freshly brewed espresso or strong coffee for the best flavor
Make sure your caramel sauce is warm for easier mixing
Hold the torch 2-3 inches away from the sugar when brûléeing
Let the brûlée topping cool completely before drinking

Calories: 380kcal, Carbohydrates: 58g, Protein: 8g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 9g, Cholesterol: 52mg, Sodium: 480mg, Potassium: 375mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 56g, Calcium: 285mg, Iron: 0.5mg

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