Skip the Coffee Shop: Make a Spiced Latte With Real Vanilla

A warm, spiced coffee is a welcome part of a fall morning. Making it at home lets you choose the milk, adjust the sweetness and add vanilla without relying on a ready-made syrup.

With coffee, milk and NY Vanilla Pure Vanilla Extract, you can make a comforting drink in your own kitchen.

Why Use Pure Vanilla Extract in Coffee?

Sweetened syrups combine flavor and sugar in one ingredient. Pure vanilla extract lets you adjust them separately.

Add vanilla for aroma, then choose how much maple syrup or sugar your drink needs. This makes it easier to prepare a latte that suits your taste.

Choosing Vanilla for Your Latte

NY Vanilla’s Double Fold Vanilla Extract, 100 ml is a concentrated option for drinks and baking.

Start with a small amount and adjust after tasting, especially when using double-fold extract.

Spiced Vanilla Latte Recipe

Makes: 1 serving

Ingredients

• 1 shot of espresso, or ½ cup strong brewed coffee

• ¾ cup milk of your choice

• ¼ teaspoon double-fold vanilla extract, adjusted to taste

• ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

• A tiny pinch of ground nutmeg

• 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup or sugar, optional

Instructions

1. Brew the espresso or strong coffee into a mug.

2. Warm the milk in a small saucepan until steaming. Do not let it boil.

3. Whisk in the cinnamon, nutmeg and optional sweetener.

4. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

5. Froth the milk using a handheld frother or whisk.

6. Pour the spiced milk over the coffee.

7. Finish with a light dusting of cinnamon.

Taste before adding more vanilla or sweetener.

Make-Ahead Vanilla Spice Syrup

A homemade syrup makes it easier to prepare several drinks with a similar balance of flavor.

Ingredients

• 1 cup water

• 1 cup sugar

• 1 cinnamon stick

• 2 whole cloves

• 1–2 teaspoons double-fold vanilla extract, adjusted to taste

Method

1. Combine the water, sugar, cinnamon and cloves in a saucepan.

2. Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves.

3. Simmer gently for approximately five minutes.

4. Remove from the heat and allow to cool slightly.

5. Stir in the vanilla extract.

6. Strain into a clean container, cool and refrigerate.

Prepare a small batch and use promptly. Add a little syrup to your coffee, taste, and increase only if needed.

Tips for a Better Homemade Latte

Add Vanilla at the End

Stir the extract into the milk after removing it from the heat to help preserve its aroma.

Start With Less

A concentrated extract can quickly dominate a drink. Measure carefully and increase gradually.

Choose Milk You Enjoy

Whole milk and barista-style oat milk are popular choices for a creamy latte. Frothing results vary by product.

Keep the Spice Balanced

A small pinch of nutmeg is enough. Too much can overpower the coffee and vanilla.

Four Variations to Try

• Iced spiced vanilla latte: Cool the coffee, mix with milk and vanilla spice syrup, then pour over ice.

• Chocolate vanilla mocha: Whisk a little cocoa powder into the warm milk.

• Cardamom vanilla latte: Replace the nutmeg with a small pinch of ground cardamom.

• Decaf latte or vanilla steamer: Use decaf coffee, or leave out the coffee for a warm milk drink.

How to Store Vanilla Extract

Keep the bottle tightly closed in a cool, dark cupboard, away from the stove and direct sunlight. Follow the product’s storage instructions.

Bring Real Vanilla to Your Morning Coffee

A homemade latte gives you control over the ingredients and room to experiment. Start with this recipe, then adjust the coffee strength, spice and sweetness.

Explore NY Vanilla Pure Double Fold Extract for your next latte, baking recipe or dessert.