10 Latte Recipes Both Iced and Hot Coffee Drinkers Will Love
Are you team iced or hot latte?
Flexible and forgiving, lattes are one of the most ubiquitous drinks on coffee shop menus around the world. Some versions, like the classic combination of espresso and steamed milk, are simply vehicles for a much-needed kick of caffeine; others are earthy, eye-catching, and nutty drinks made with milled teas like matcha and hojicha. And then there are the lattes that call for unexpected ingredients like rose petals, balsamic glaze, yogurt, and fig paste.
Most of our favorite latte recipes can be made both hot or iced, and work well with both plant-based and dairy milks. Read on to learn how to make 10 lattes that will transform your morning or afternoon ritual.
Haldi Doodh (Turmeric Milk Tea)
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Haldi Doodh is a warm drink made with turmeric, milk, and spices. It is also known as golden milk or turmeric tea, although other versions of turmeric tea can be made without milk. Haldi Doodh is often consumed to ease cold symptoms or a stomach ache, but is also popular as a warm, slightly sweet drink to sip instead of tea or coffee in the afternoon.
Matcha Latte
Knowing how to make your own matcha latte not only saves you money but also allows you to control the level of sweetness. It's important to first sift and then whisk the matcha until there are no lumps. Traditionally, a bamboo whisk is used, but a regular metal whisk will work just fine. To get a frothy finish, whip in the milk with a milk frother.
Cardamom Maple Latte
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Far too many seasonal lattes run sweet (we’re not naming names), but the Cardamom Maple Latte leans on grassy, earthy ground green cardamom pods for flavor. Steamed whole milk makes this latte rich and creamy, but feel free to substitute in your favorite dairy-free alternative milk — the higher the fat content, the foamier your drink will be.
Iced Matcha Latte
Dried Medjool dates provide subtle, fruity sweetness that pairs perfectly with the earthy flavor of matcha powder in this Iced Matcha Latte. After chopping the dates, all of the ingredients are processed together in a blender, then poured through a fine mesh strainer into a glass. Don't skip this step — it helps ensure your latte has a silky smooth texture. To finish, top with ice and you're ready to go.
Fig Balsamic Latte
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Inspired by a classic Fig Newton, this latte has a rich, sweet flavor that builds with every sip owing to the interplay between the fig spread and balsamic glaze. Delightful either hot or iced, it’s an espresso drink designed for all seasons and one that shrub fans are sure to enjoy.
Tahini Date Latte
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Made with date syrup and — you guessed it — tahini, this simple latte comes together in minutes and calls for ingredients you likely already have in your pantry. Once you pick up a bottle of date syrup (Just Date Syrup, which is made with organic Medjool dates, is a fantastic option), you can also use it to add a touch of sweetness to cookies, cakes, and cocktails.
Masala Chai Latte
This aromatic Masala Chai Latte boasts delicious complexity from the blend of spices brewed with the tea. The spices used to make chai in India vary by region and even by household, so adjust them to your preference. These lattes get a little subtle heat from fresh ginger and black peppercorns, and earthy, warming notes from cinnamon, cardamom, and cloves.
Rose Matcha Latte
Matcha is a finely ground powder made from specially grown green tea, a method of tea brewing that dates back to the 12th century. Traditionally, the green tea powder is mixed with hot water with a bamboo whisk, and served without milk or sugar, even though it's quite bitter. Here, we blend matcha with oat milk for a light, creamy latte. Rosebuds release their fragrance in the warm brew; if you can't find matcha with rose buds, purchase dried rosebuds separately.
Cà Phê Sữa Chua (Vietnamese Yogurt Coffee)
Stir Vietnamese-style homemade yogurt with coffee and sweetened condensed milk to make a drink that's creamy, tangy, and bittersweet with a caffeinated boost.
Hojicha Latte
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This creamy latte calls for hojicha, a Japanese roasted green tea. It’s made from slow-roasting green tea leaves, stems, and stalks, traditionally over a charcoal fire. The roasting process gives hojicha richer, nuttier flavors, as opposed to the grassy notes of regular unroasted green tea. Depending on the brand, hojicha can also have underlying notes of chocolate.
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