Description
A nostalgic and creamy coffee drink that captures the sweet, milky essence of your favorite childhood cereal. This indulgent latte combines rich espresso with cereal-infused milk for the perfect comfort beverage.
Ingredients
2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup vanilla cereal (such as Frosted Flakes or Lucky Charms)
2 shots espresso or 1/2 cup strong coffee
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
Whipped cream for topping
Extra cereal for garnish
Instructions
1. Heat milk in a small saucepan over medium heat until steaming but not boiling
2. Add cereal to the warm milk and let steep for 15-20 minutes
3. Strain the milk through a fine mesh strainer, pressing cereal to extract maximum flavor
4. Stir in brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt until dissolved
5. Brew espresso or prepare strong coffee
6. Froth the cereal milk using a milk frother or whisk vigorously
7. Pour espresso into serving mug
8. Slowly pour frothed cereal milk over espresso, creating latte art if desired
9. Top with whipped cream and garnish with a few pieces of cereal
10. Serve immediately while warm
Notes
For best results, use whole milk for maximum creaminess
Experiment with different cereals like Cinnamon Toast Crunch or Fruit Loops for unique flavors
Cereal milk can be prepared ahead and stored in refrigerator for up to 2 days
For a stronger cereal flavor, steep longer or use more cereal
This recipe makes 1 large latte or 2 smaller servings
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 5
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Steeping
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latte
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 35mg