Coconut Milk Latte

The vegan, tropical cousin of the classic latte. Coconut milk needs less added sugar due to its natural sweetness. Since plant milk proteins differ from dairy, frothing is tricky, but the fat content of coconut milk helps achieve a creamy texture.
🕒 Prep Time 5 mins
🍳 Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 10 mins
🍽️ Servings 1 servings
🔥 Calories 185 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International / Vegan

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Espresso machine or Moka pot
  • Milk frother
  • Tall glass glass

Allergen Information

⚠️ Coconut

Instructions

1

Brew the coffee.

Tip: A good base is essential.
2

Heat the coconut milk with the coconut cream and honey, then froth.

Tip: Adding extra coconut cream helps create stable foam in plant-based milk.
3

Pour coffee into the glass.

Tip: Using glass shows off the layers.
4

Tilt the glass and slowly pour in the frothed milk.

Tip: This allows the coffee to float or mix beautifully depending on speed.
5

Spoon remaining foam on top and sprinkle with shredded coconut.

Tip: Coconut shreds add extra texture.

Recipe FAQ

Why won't it froth?
'Light' or low-fat coconut beverages are hard to froth. Use a 'barista' version or mix carton coconut milk with a little canned cream for fat content.

Ingredients

  • 2 shots Strong espresso (approx. 3-4 oz)
  • 3/4 cup Coconut milk beverage (carton)
  • 1 tbsp Thick coconut cream (from top of can)
  • 2 tsp Honey or agave syrup
  • 1 pinch Shredded coconut