Salted Miso Caramel Latte with Vanilla Bean

A cozy coffee treat with sweet miso caramel and a hint of vanilla bean magic

Love unique coffee drinks? This Salted Miso Caramel Latte combines rich espresso with sweet caramel and umami-packed miso, creating a perfectly balanced drink that'll make your taste buds dance. The vanilla bean adds a subtle sweetness that ties everything together.

This cafe-worthy drink is surprisingly simple to make at home. Using a dark roast coffee brings out the best in the caramel-miso combo, while real vanilla bean adds that extra special touch. Perfect for slow mornings or when you want to treat yourself to something special.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This isn't your average caramel latte! Here's why you'll fall in love with it:

Sweet and savory: The combination of miso and caramel creates an incredible umami-rich flavor
Restaurant quality: Make a fancy coffee shop drink right at home
Customizable: Easily adjust the sweetness and intensity to your taste
Perfect balance: Vanilla bean smooths out all the flavors perfectly

Salted Miso Caramel Latte with Vanilla Bean

A cozy coffee treat with sweet miso caramel and a hint of vanilla bean magic

Miso Caramel Latte, Hot Coffee, Vanilla Bean Coffee, Japanese Fusion Coffee, Salted Caramel Coffee

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Equipment

Espresso machine or coffee maker
Milk frother or steam wand
Small saucepan
Measuring spoons
Mug

Ingredients

2 shots espresso or 4 oz strong brewed coffee
2 tablespoons miso caramel sauce
1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped
12 oz whole milk
Pinch of flaky sea salt
Whipped cream (optional)

Instructions

Heat milk and vanilla bean seeds in a small saucepan until steaming
In a large mug, combine miso caramel sauce and hot espresso, stirring until well mixed
Froth the vanilla-infused milk using a milk frother or steam wand
Pour the frothed milk over the espresso-caramel mixture
Top with a sprinkle of sea salt and whipped cream if desired

Pro Tips

Use white miso paste for a milder umami flavor that won't overpower the drink
Make the miso caramel sauce ahead and store it in the fridge for up to 2 weeks
Use freshly ground coffee beans for the best flavor
Scrape the vanilla bean pod completely to get all the tiny seeds

Calories: 285kcal, Carbohydrates: 32g, Protein: 8g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 8g, Cholesterol: 45mg, Sodium: 380mg, Potassium: 375mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 28g, Calcium: 290mg, Iron: 1mg

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