Low Fat Coconut Latte
Indulge in a creamy yet guilt-free coffee experience with this Low Fat Coconut Latte, a healthy twist on your favorite café drink! Made with a blend of light coconut milk and unsweetened almond milk, this latte delivers a luscious, tropical creaminess while staying low in fat. The rich, bold flavor of two freshly brewed espresso shots is perfectly complemented by a hint of vanilla extract, with an optional touch of coconut sugar for natural sweetness. Froth to perfection for a velvety top layer, and you’ll have a comforting, dairy-free beverage ready in just 10 minutes. Ideal for those seeking a flavorful, plant-based coffee treat, this recipe is perfect as a morning pick-me-up or a relaxing afternoon indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Light coconut milk
- 2 shots Brewed espresso
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Coconut sugar (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the light coconut milk and unsweetened almond milk.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it is warm but not boiling, about 3-4 minutes.
Once warmed, stir in the vanilla extract.
Use a milk frother or an immersion blender to froth the milk mixture until it is light and foamy.
Brew two shots of espresso and pour them into a large mug or latte glass.
Pour the frothed coconut and almond milk mixture over the espresso, holding back the foam with a spoon if desired.
Spoon the reserved foam on top of the latte.
If desired, sweeten the latte with coconut sugar by stirring it into the beverage until dissolved.
Serve immediately and enjoy your low fat coconut latte.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
175 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.1 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 193 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.5 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 450 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 280 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
