Cherry Vanilla Iced Latte Recipe

This refreshing cherry vanilla iced latte combines sweet cherry syrup, creamy milk, and bold coffee over ice for the ultimate homemade café-style drink.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings 2 servings

Calories 130 kcal

Equipment

1 Small saucepan
1 Fine mesh strainer
1 Glass for serving

Ingredients

Main ingredients

½ cup pitted cherries fresh or frozen
1 tablespoon sugar or your preferred sweetener
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup water
1 cup milk any kind you like
1 shot espresso or ¼ cup strong brewed coffee
ice cubes to fill the glass

Instructions

In a small saucepan, mix your half cup pitted cherries with sugar, vanilla extract, and water. This is where flavor starts to blossom.
Simmer this mixture on medium heat for about 10 to 15 minutes. You’ll notice the cherries breaking down and the liquid thickening up. Stir occasionally so it don’t stick.
After the syrup thickens, strain it through a fine mesh strainer into a container. Let that cool at room temp.
Fill your serving glass with ice cubes.
Pour the cooled cherry syrup in first, then add the milk. Pour in the espresso or coffee last.
Give everything a good stir and you’re ready to serve.

Notes

You can make the syrup ahead and store it in the fridge for up to a week.