Caramel Macchiato Recipe

This caramel macchiato recipe will help you create a deliciously sweet and rich coffee drink at home, perfect for starting your day or enjoying as a treat.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Course Beverage

Cuisine Italian

Servings 4 People

Calories 210 kcal

Equipment

1 Espresso machine or coffee maker
1 Milk frother or small saucepan
1 Measuring cups and spoons
2 Large coffee mugs
1 Spoon for mixing

Ingredients

2 shots espresso or ½ cup strong brewed coffee
1 cup milk any kind
2 tablespoons vanilla syrup
2 tablespoons caramel sauce plus extra for drizzling
2 teaspoons sugar optional for additional sweetness
ice optional, for iced caramel macchiato

Instructions

Brew two shots of espresso using an espresso machine or make ½ cup of strong brewed coffee.
In a small saucepan or using a milk frother, heat the milk over medium heat until steaming, then froth the milk until it is creamy and slightly expanded.
In each coffee mug, add 1 tablespoon of vanilla syrup to the bottom.
Pour ½ cup of the frothed milk into each mug over the vanilla syrup.
Slowly pour 1 shot of espresso (or ¼ cup of brewed coffee) over the frothed milk in each mug.
Drizzle 1 tablespoon of caramel sauce on top of each drink. If desired, sprinkle with sugar for extra sweetness.
Serve immediately, and enjoy your homemade caramel macchiato!

Notes

For an iced version, prepare the drink as above but pour the coffee and frothed milk over ice.

Be sure to adjust the sweetness by adding more or less vanilla syrup and sugar according to your preference.

Homemade caramel sauce can add an extra touch of flavor if you want to try making it from scratch!