Cherry Vanilla Iced Latte

Recipe

This oh so nice cherry latte has hints of vanilla to really put a pep in your step.

Serves: 1 person   |   Prep time: 5 minutes   |   Cooking time: 25 minutes (for the syrup)

American   |   Drink   |   Gluten Free   |   Dairy Free (dependant on milk used)

  

Ingredients

• 200g pack Cherries
• 60g Caster Sugar
• 180ml Water
• 1 tsp Vanilla Essence
• 100ml Milk of your choice
• 2 shots Espresso (or 60ml Black Coffee)
• Ice Cubes

  

Method

1. To make the cherry syrup, start by stoning the cherries and cut into quarters.
2. Put into a small saucepan along with the water, sugar and vanilla essence.
3. Slowly bring to the boil to melt the sugar.
4. Then, cover and simmer for 25 minutes.
5. Allow to cool slightly then liquidise to a thick syrup.
6. This keeps well in the fridge in an airtight container for 10 days.
7. To make the latte, pour 50ml of the cherry syrup into the bottom of a tall latte glass and add some ice cubes.
8. Whisk or froth the milk and gently pour on top of the ice.
9. Then, gently pour the espresso or black coffee on top and serve.
10. Stir and enjoy.