Description

This Tiramisu Latte recipe combines rich espresso with a creamy mascarpone cold foam, delivering a decadent coffee experience inspired by the classic Italian dessert. Perfect as a warm or iced beverage, it layers smooth espresso, steamed or cold milk, optional coffee liqueur or vanilla for extra flavor, and a luscious mascarpone topping dusted with cocoa powder.

Ingredients

Scale

For the latte:

1–2 shots of espresso or ½ cup strong brewed coffee
¾ cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
1 tablespoon coffee liqueur or ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
1 teaspoon cocoa powder for dusting

For the mascarpone cold foam:

2 tablespoons mascarpone cheese, softened
¼ cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons milk
1 tablespoon simple syrup or maple syrup
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

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Instructions

Brew Espresso or Coffee: Start by brewing your 1–2 shots of espresso or ½ cup of strong brewed coffee, then set it aside while you prepare the foam.
Prepare Mascarpone Cold Foam: In a small bowl or milk frother, whisk together 2 tablespoons mascarpone cheese, ¼ cup heavy cream, 2 tablespoons milk, 1 tablespoon simple syrup or maple syrup, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened but still pourable. Using a handheld frother yields the best texture.
Heat and Froth Milk: Heat the ¾ cup of milk if you prefer a hot latte, or leave it cold for an iced version. Froth the milk if desired to add extra creaminess.
Assemble the Latte: Pour the hot espresso or coffee into your mug or glass. Stir in the heated milk and add the optional coffee liqueur or vanilla extract for extra flavor depth.
Add Mascarpone Foam and Finish: Gently spoon the prepared mascarpone cold foam over the top of the latte. Dust with 1 teaspoon cocoa powder to garnish and enhance the tiramisu flavor.
Serve Immediately: Enjoy your tiramisu latte fresh for the best flavor and texture experience.

Notes

For an iced version, pour espresso over ice, add cold milk, and top with mascarpone foam.
Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of simple syrup or maple syrup to taste.
For a richer flavor, try using sweetened condensed milk instead of regular milk or syrup.
Use a handheld frother or a milk frother to achieve ideal foam texture.
Espresso or strong brewed coffee can be substituted based on your equipment and preference.