Cinnamon Honey Latte

10 minutes · Serves 1

a softly spiced latte for the first cooler evening

Ingredients

• For the latte:
• 1 double espresso or 60 ml strong coffee
• 180 ml milk or lactose-free milk
• 1-2 tsp runny honey
• 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
• pinch fine sea salt
• 1/4 tsp vanilla extract, optional
• To finish:
• extra cinnamon
• small drizzle honey, optional

Method

1. Add the milk, honey, cinnamon, salt and vanilla to a small saucepan.
2. Warm gently, whisking often, until steaming but not boiling.
3. Froth the milk with a handheld frother or whisk until softly foamy.
4. Pour the espresso into a warmed cup.
5. Slowly add the cinnamon-honey milk, spooning the foam over the top.
6. Finish with a very light dusting of cinnamon and, if desired, a small drizzle of honey.

Essy note: The small pinch of salt keeps the honey from tasting too sweet. Use decaffeinated espresso for an After Eight version.

Written by Esther

Esther is a photographer and storyteller, and the founder of Essy's Essentials - a seasonal home for stories, rituals, recipes and everyday luxuries.

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