Steamed Butterscotch Café Con Leche With Spice Blend
A luxurious twist on the classic café con leche, infused with rich butterscotch and aromatic spices.
Craving a coffee experience that's both comforting and exciting? Look no further than this Steamed Butterscotch Café Con Leche With Spice Blend. This indulgent beverage takes inspiration from the traditional Cuban café con leche, but elevates it with the sweet, caramel-like notes of butterscotch and a warming spice blend.
We start with a base of dark roasted coffee beans, ground to a medium-fine consistency, perfect for espresso brewing. The coffee is then combined with steamed milk infused with homemade butterscotch syrup and a custom spice blend featuring cinnamon, nutmeg, and a hint of cardamom. The result is a creamy, aromatic drink that balances the boldness of coffee with the sweetness of butterscotch and the complexity of spices.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Get ready to fall in love with this Steamed Butterscotch Café Con Leche With Spice Blend:
- Unique flavor profile: The combination of butterscotch and spices creates a taste sensation you won't find in your average coffee shop.
- Customizable: Easily adjust the sweetness and spice levels to suit your preferences.
- Perfect for cold mornings: The warm spices and rich butterscotch make this an ideal comfort drink for chilly days.
- Impressive presentation: The layered look and aromatic spices make this a showstopper for brunch gatherings or as an after-dinner treat.
- Barista-quality at home: Learn to create a café-worthy drink in your own kitchen.
Steamed Butterscotch Café Con Leche With Spice Blend
A luxurious twist on the classic café con leche, infused with rich butterscotch and aromatic spices.
Equipment
- Espresso machine or coffee maker
- Saucepan
- Whisk or immersion blender
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Large mugs
Ingredients
- 4 oz (120 ml) espresso or strong brewed coffee
- 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk
- 4 tbsp butterscotch syrup
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/8 tsp ground cardamom
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- Caramel sauce (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and cardamom to create the spice blend.
- Brew 4 oz of espresso or strong coffee using your preferred method.
- In a saucepan, combine the milk, butterscotch syrup, and half of the spice blend. Heat over medium heat, whisking occasionally, until steaming but not boiling.
- Remove the milk mixture from heat and use an immersion blender or whisk vigorously to create foam.
- Divide the brewed coffee between two large mugs.
- Carefully pour the spiced butterscotch milk over the coffee in each mug, holding back the foam with a spoon.
- Spoon the foam on top of each drink.
- Sprinkle the remaining spice blend over the foam.
- If desired, top with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Steamed Butterscotch Café Con Leche With Spice Blend!
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