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Cherry Coffee Vanilla Latte

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This drink combines a simple cherry syrup using fresh or frozen cherries with cold brew coffee and a splash of vanilla almond milk. Make the syrup ahead for convenience and assemble the drink by adjusting sweetness your way. Works great either hot or as a cool iced drink. Its prettiest pink hue adds to its fun appeal.
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Cherry Coffee Vanilla Latte | iamcooker.com

This eye-catching cherry vanilla iced latte blends strong coffee with sweet fruit notes, making a homemade drink that's tastier, cheaper, and better for you than anything you'd buy at a coffee shop.

I've tweaked this drink over many summer breakfasts and found it hits the sweet spot between treating yourself and staying healthy.

Key Ingredients

  • Cherries: Go for fresh or frozen dark sweet ones for the richest color and taste
  • Coffee: Cold brew gives the mellowest flavor, but cooled espresso is fine too
  • Almond Milk: The vanilla kind adds nice flavor layers
  • Sweetener: Monk fruit keeps it sugar-free but still sweet
  • Ice: Bigger cubes melt slower so your drink stays strong

Step-By-Step Process

Whip Up Cherry Syrup:
Mix pitted cherries, your sweetener, and water in a pot. Cook slowly, squashing cherries against the sides until the mix gets thick enough to coat a spoon, around 10 minutes. Then strain it well.
Get Cold Brew Right:
Stick to 1:4 coffee-water ratio for a strong base. Let it sit 12-24 hours in your fridge. Run it through paper filters twice to make it clear.
Put It All Together:
Add everything in this order: syrup at the bottom, then ice, next comes the fluffy milk mix. Pour coffee in last to get that cool swirled look.
Fluff Up Your Milk:
Mix cold milk with creamer. Froth until it's twice as big. Pour right away over ice for the best feel.
Easy Cherry Vanilla Iced Latte
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That homemade cherry syrup really makes this drink special. We love using local dark cherries from the farmers market when they're in season.

Keeping Things Cold

Make sure everything's cold before mixing. Put your glass in the freezer first so your drink stays cool longer.

Picking Good Cherries

Look for dark, firm cherries that aren't mushy. Frozen ones are often cheaper and work just as well.

Prep Ahead Tips

Get your syrup and cold brew ready early. Keep them in separate containers so you can throw everything together fast.

Keeping It Fresh

Store syrup in a glass jar. Your cold brew will stay good for 7-10 days in the fridge.

Ways To Serve

Bring extra cherry syrup to the table. Try adding some coconut whipped cream on top for a treat.

Delicious Cherry Vanilla Iced Latte
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After trying tons of different versions, I've found this mix gives you the perfect balance of coffee kick and fruity sweetness while still using ingredients that aren't bad for you.

Recipe Q&A

→ How long can I keep the cherry syrup?
Store the cherry syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for around 2 weeks.
→ Can I swap almond milk for another kind?
Of course! Trade almond milk for any milk or creamer you like best.
→ What if I don’t use cold brew?
That’s fine! Strong brewed coffee, once chilled, works just as well.
→ Can I make it without sugar?
Sure! Go for alternatives like monk fruit or your usual sugar replacement.
→ Do you need frothy milk?
Not at all! Frothing adds some flair, but it tastes great without it too.

Cherry Coffee Vanilla Latte

Chilled coffee with cherry syrup, cold brew, and vanilla almond milk. It's sweet, easy, and perfect for sunny days.

Prep Duration
5 min
Cooking Period
10 min
Entire Time Required
15 min
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Difficulty: Beginner

Regional Style: American

Output: 1 Portions (Single latte)

Dietary Attributes: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

Needed Ingredients

→ Cherry Syrup

01 2 cups frozen cherries, pitted
02 1/2 cup monk fruit or plain sugar
03 1/2 cup plain water

→ Latte

04 1/2 cup vanilla almond creamer
05 2 or 3 tablespoons of simple cherry syrup
06 1/2 cup vanilla-flavored almond milk
07 Half a cup of chilled espresso or cold brew

Preparation Steps

Step 01

Heat up cherries, water, and your preferred sweetener in a saucepan over medium. Stir often while pressing the fruit down, and let it cook until it thickens and the sweetener dissolves.

Step 02

Pour the mixture through a strainer into a sealable container, leaving behind the cooked cherries. Let it cool off completely.

Step 03

Grab a glass, fill it with ice cubes, and pour in as much cherry syrup as you'd like.

Step 04

Froth the creamer and milk together for a bubbly texture, or skip if you want it simple. Add it to the glass.

Step 05

Pour the cold brew or chilled espresso right on top. Stir gently until the drink turns light pink.

Supplementary Details

  1. Can also be served warm if you use hot espresso instead of cold brew.
  2. Frothing the milk boosts texture, but it's totally optional.

Necessary Tools

  • Pot for cooking syrup
  • Strainer or sieve
  • Container with lid for storing syrup
  • Frother for milk (optional)

Allergen Advisory

Review each item for allergens. Consult a medical expert if unsure.
  • Contains tree nuts due to almond milk

Nutrient Breakdown (per serving)

This information is provided for reference and should not replace consultation with a health professional.
  • Caloric Value: 185
  • Total Fat: 3 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 32 g
  • Proteins: 2 g