Low Sugar Classic Vanilla Latte

Total time10 min

Prep time5 min

Cook time5 min

There's something deeply comforting about pulling espresso shots into a warm mug and watching steamed milk swirl into a creamy, foam-topped latte. Whole milk steams up rich and velvety here, giving that café-style texture whether you're using a steam wand or just a saucepan and a whisk. Pure vanilla extract brings warm, fragrant depth to every sip, layered into a homemade syrup you can keep on hand for the next round. The espresso stays bold and front-and-center, balanced instead of buried, so the drink tastes bright rather than cloying. It's an easy one to make your own, and it fits neatly into an added sugar free routine when you're craving something that feels like a coffee shop treat at home.

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Ingredients

1 serving

For the vanilla syrup

¼ cup water
¼ cup granulated sugar
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Use the same volume. Baking behavior varies by blend: some brown faster or stay softer, while others brown less. Follow the package's baking guidance and start checking a few minutes early.
½ tsp pure vanilla extract

For the latte

2 shots (2 oz) espresso
¾ cup whole milk
1–2 tbsp vanilla syrup (from above), or to taste

Instructions

1
Combine the water and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in the vanilla extract, and let cool slightly. The syrup will keep in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
2
Brew 2 shots of espresso directly into a large mug.

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