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Cozy Copycat Starbucks Iced Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Latte – Easy Homemade Recipe

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This cozy copycat Starbucks iced sugar cookie almondmilk latte is the result of a late-night kitchen experiment. It’s for the days when you need a little comfort, a little nostalgia, and a lot of flavor without leaving your house.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened vanilla almond milk
  • 1–2 shots (about 2 oz / 60 ml) espresso or strongly brewed coffee
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) water
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon butter extract
  • 1 teaspoon natural unsweetened almond butter
  • 1 cup ice cubes

Instructions

  1. Make the Sugar Cookie Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar and 1/2 cup (120 ml) water. Place over medium heat and stir occasionally until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture comes to a gentle simmer. Do not let it boil vigorously. Once simmering, remove from the heat. Stir in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon almond extract, and 1/4 teaspoon butter extract. Let the syrup cool completely. You can speed this up by placing the saucepan in an ice…
  2. Brew Your Espresso: While the syrup is cooling, brew 1-2 shots of espresso (about 2 oz / 60 ml total). If you don’t have an espresso machine, brew 2 ounces of very strong coffee using an Aeropress, Moka pot, or even a French press with a higher coffee-to-water ratio. Set it aside to cool slightly while you prepare the rest.
  3. Prepare the Almond Milk: In your mason jar or cocktail shaker, combine 1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened vanilla almond milk, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of your cooled sugar cookie syrup, and 1 teaspoon of almond butter. Note: Start with 2 tablespoons of syrup, taste it, and add more if you like it sweeter.
  4. Shake It Like You Mean It: Secure the lid tightly on your mason jar and shake vigorously for at least 30 seconds. You want the almond butter to be fully incorporated and the milk to become frothy and slightly thickened.
  5. Assemble Your Latte: Fill your tall glass with ice cubes. Pour the shaken almond milk mixture over the ice. Then, slowly pour the 2 ounces of espresso over the top. The espresso will create a beautiful layered effect if you pour it gently over the back of a spoon. Give it a gentle stir to combine, or leave it layered for a pretty presentation.
  6. Taste and Adjust: Take a sip through your straw. Does it need more sweetness? Add a teaspoon more syrup. Does it need more coffee? Add another half-shot of espresso.
  7. Serve and Enjoy Immediately: This latte is best enjoyed immediately, while the ice is still cold and the espresso is fresh.

Notes

Don’t skip the shake! Shaking the almond milk with the syrup and almond butter is crucial for creating a velvety, frothy texture. Watch your almond extract—a little goes a long way. Cool the syrup completely before using to prevent ice from melting. Use fresh espresso for the best flavor. For an extra-frothy latte, use a milk frother on your almond milk before shaking.

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