Creamy Nutty Pistachio Latte (Print Version)

A nutty pistachio milk latte crowned with lush whipped cold foam for a café-style delight.

# Ingredient List:

→ Pistachio Latte

01 - 1 shot (1 fl oz) espresso or 1/4 cup strong brewed coffee
02 - 1 cup (8 fl oz) pistachio milk (store-bought or homemade)
03 - 1 tablespoon pistachio syrup (or to taste)
04 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

→ Cold Foam

05 - 1/4 cup (2 fl oz) cold heavy cream
06 - 1 tablespoon milk (dairy or non-dairy)
07 - 1 teaspoon powdered sugar or simple syrup

→ Garnish

08 - 1 teaspoon chopped pistachios (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Brew the espresso or strong brewed coffee and set aside.
02 - Heat the pistachio milk in a small saucepan or microwave until hot but not boiling. Stir in pistachio syrup and vanilla extract if using, then froth using a milk frother or whisk vigorously.
03 - Pour the espresso into a large mug or glass and add the frothed pistachio milk over the coffee.
04 - In a separate bowl, combine cold heavy cream, milk, and powdered sugar. Whip using a handheld frother or whisk until thickened but still pourable, about 30 to 45 seconds.
05 - Gently spoon or pour the cold foam over the latte, then sprinkle with chopped pistachios if desired. Serve immediately.

# Helpful Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes like a luxury café drink but takes less time than scrolling through your phone.
  • The cold foam actually stays put and doesn't deflate into sadness halfway through.
  • Pistachio is just fancy enough to make you feel fancy, but it's honestly so simple.
02 -
  • The cold foam only stays fluffy if you don't overmix it—go too long and you'll end up with whipped cream instead of that delicate cloud.
  • Pistachio milk can separate if it gets too hot, so keep the temperature gentle and stir often.
03 -
  • Make your pistachio syrup in batches and keep it in the fridge—equal parts pistachio butter and simple syrup, whisked smooth, lasts two weeks and saves you time every morning.
  • The foam works best when made at the very last second, so don't prepare it ahead, but trust that it only takes 30 seconds to whip up once you've got your rhythm down.
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