Salted Maple Cream Latte

Level up your coffee game with this incredible Salted Maple Cream Latte. This recipe features a rich, homemade maple salted cold foam, which floats beautifully over espresso and cold milk, creating the ultimate salty-sweet balance.

It’s surprisingly simple to make, requiring just three ingredients for the luxurious cream. Skip the coffee shop and enjoy this creamy, gourmet latte at home.

Why This Creamy Latte is a Must-Make

Salty-Sweet Perfection: The blend of pure maple syrup and a pinch of sea salt creates an addictive flavor profile. Therefore, this drink satisfies both your sweet and savory cravings.

Luxurious Texture: The cold foam, made from heavy cream, is thick and velvety. It slowly cascades into the coffee as you drink.

Simple Assembly: The three main parts (cream, milk, coffee) are quickly assembled.

Key Ingredients for the Best Salted Foam

The quality of the cream and syrup is essential for achieving the perfect foam structure and flavor.

Heavy Cream: Make sure to use cold heavy cream (or double cream). This whips up the fastest and provides the thickest, most stable foam.

Maple Syrup: Use pure maple syrup for the best, most natural sweetness and flavor depth.

Sea Salt: A small pinch of fine sea salt is needed as it enhances the sweetness of the maple and contrasts the bitterness of the espresso.

Espresso and Milk: This recipe uses one Dolce Gusto espresso pod (not sponsored). Alternatively, you can use two shots of high-quality espresso, or 4 ounces of strong cold brew concentrate. Use cold milk (whole, oat, or almond) for the base.

How to Assemble Your Layered Maple Salted Cream Latte

The assembly is focused on layering the ingredients for the best visual appeal and flavor progression.

Make the Salted Maple Cream: In a jug or mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, maple syrup, and sea salt. Use a hand whisk or frother to whip the mixture. Continue whipping until the cream reaches a soft peak consistency.

Start the Base: Place a spoonful of the prepared salted cream onto the bottom of your serving glass.

Build Layers: Fill the glass generously with ice. Next, pour the cold milk into the glass.

Add Espresso: Slowly pour the espresso (or strong coffee) over the milk. This will create a beautiful, layered swirl with the milk base.

Top and Garnish: Spoon the remaining thick salted cream mixture on top of the drink. Optionally add a sprinkle of cinnamon powder for aroma and flavor.

Maple Salted Cream Latte FAQs

Q: Why do I need to put some cream on the bottom of the glass? A: This ensures the flavor of the maple salted cream is present in the first sip of the milk layer.

Q: Can I use a different sweetener besides maple syrup? A: Yes. However, maple syrup has a unique flavor that pairs best with the salt and coffee. You could use simple syrup, but the flavor profile will be less complex.

Salted Maple Cream Latte

A decadent single-serving iced latte featuring rich espresso, cold milk, and a homemade maple syrup and sea salt cold foam topping.

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Prep Time 4 minutes mins

Whipping time 3 minutes mins

Total Time 7 minutes mins

Servings: 1

Course: Drinks

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For Salted Cream:

• 1/4 cup heavy cream or double cream
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• pinch of sea salt

For Latte:

• 1 Dolce Gusto espresso pod or 2 shots espresso equivalent
• 1 cup cold milk
• ice
• cinnamon powder garnish, optional

Method

 

1. In a jug, combine heavy cream, maple syrup, and sea salt. Whisk until soft peaks form.
2. Place a spoonful of the cream onto the bottom of a glass.
3. Add ice, then pour in the milk.
4. Pour the espresso over the milk.
5. Spoon the remaining cream mixture on top. Optionally add a sprinkle of cinnamon powder. Serve immediately.

Notes

The cream should reach soft peaks, not stiff peaks. Use cold ingredients for the best layering effect.