Ingredients and Weight:
- Brown sugar: 1 cup
- Full-fat milk: 3 cups
- Strong coffee: 2 cups (use high-quality espresso beans)
- Caramel sauce: 1/4 cup (available at most supermarkets)
- Whipped cream: 1 can (optional, for topping)
- Ground cinnamon or cocoa powder (optional, for decoration)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a small saucepan, melt the brown sugar over low heat until it turns into a liquid caramel. Set aside.
- In a separate pot, heat the milk and coffee together until warm. Do not boil.
- Once the caramel is ready, pour a thin layer into eight cups.
- Pour the warm milk-coffee mixture into each cup, filling them up to three-quarters full.
- Top with whipped cream, if using, and sprinkle with ground cinnamon or cocoa powder for decoration.
- Serve immediately.
Nutritional Information:
(Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)
Calories: 250-300 (depending on size of serving and whether whipped cream is used)
Fat: 9-12g
Carbohydrates: 35-45g
Protein: 8-12g
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique combination of brown sugar caramel and strong coffee.
- Rich and sweet taste, ideal for American palette.
- Easy to prepare using ingredients available in most supermarkets in the United States.
User Comments:
- "Love the combination of caramel and coffee! This dish is really enjoyable."
- "The brown sugar caramel gives this latte a unique and delicious flavor."
- "Great dish for a special breakfast or as a treat."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Be careful not to boil the milk-coffee mixture as it can curdle.
- Use high-quality espresso beans for the best coffee flavor.
- Adjust the amount of caramel sauce according to personal preference for a richer caramel taste.
