Ingredients
Blueberry Syrup
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
Latte
- 3 ounces espresso (or ½ cup strong coffee)
- 4-5 ounces milk of choice
- 2 tablespoons blueberry syrup
- Ice (for iced latte)
Instructions
- Make Blueberry Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine sugar, water, and blueberries. Heat over medium-high heat until simmering, stirring occasionally. Once the berries soften, gently smash them with the back of a spoon or masher. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until the berries disintegrate and the syrup turns bright purple. Remove from heat and strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve to remove berries and seeds.
- Brew Coffee: Prepare 3 ounces of espresso or ½ cup of strong coffee using your preferred method. You can also substitute with cold brew concentrate if desired.
- Prepare Iced Latte: In a drinking glass, combine the espresso or cold brew concentrate with milk and blueberry syrup. Stir well, then fill the glass with ice. Enjoy the chilled, fruity latte immediately.
- Heat Milk for Hot Latte: Pour milk into a mason jar and microwave for 1½ minutes. Depending on your microwave, continue heating in 30-second increments for up to an additional minute until milk is hot but not boiling.
- Froth Milk: Carefully remove the hot milk jar from the microwave. Secure the lid tightly and shake vigorously for 30 seconds to 1 minute to create foam. (See notes for alternative frothing methods.)
- Assemble Hot Latte: Using a towel or potholder, carefully remove the lid (beware of built-up steam). Pour the frothed milk over the espresso and blueberry syrup, topping with any remaining foam. Serve immediately, optionally garnished with whipped cream.
Notes
- You can use fresh or frozen blueberries for the syrup.
- Alternative frothing methods include using a milk frother, whisk, or blending vigorously with an immersion blender.
- The blueberry syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Adjust the sweetness of the syrup by altering the sugar quantity as preferred.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with almond, oat, or soy milk.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian