Vanilla Cardamom Latte

Sep 15, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Beverage Drinks beverages Origin: Madagascar Vanilla: Extract Easy

This latte balances espresso, steamed milk, and vanilla without turning the drink overly sweet. Best with Madagascar vanilla (rich, creamy, classic); any pure vanilla works.

Prep 8 min

Cook —

Total 8 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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serving

2.0 shots (60.0 ml)fresh espresso
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)whole milk
2.0 tsp (8.0 g)granulated sugar or simple syrup
½ tsp (2.5 ml)VanillaGoods vanilla extract
½ tsp (1.0 g)ground cardamom

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Instructions

Brew the espresso into a large mug and stir in the sugar and vanilla while the coffee is hot. Stir in the ground cardamom until evenly dispersed. Stir until the sweetener is fully dissolved.
Steam the milk until it reaches about 150°F to 155°F (65°C to 68°C), creating a fine, glossy foam. The pitcher should feel hot but the milk should not smell cooked.
Pour the steamed milk into the espresso, holding back the foam at first, then spoon or pour the foam over the top. Serve immediately while the milk is silky and the espresso is aromatic.

Tips

Vanilla bean paste swaps 1:1 for the extract and adds visible vanilla seeds; for a whole bean, use the seeds of 1 bean in place of 2 teaspoons of extract.
Best vanilla for this: Madagascar (rich, creamy, classic), or Mexican (spiced, warm, woodsy). Any pure vanilla works.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make vanilla cardamom latte?

Plan on 8 minutes of prep. It makes 1 serving.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Vanilla bean paste swaps 1:1 for the extract and adds visible vanilla seeds; for a whole bean, use the seeds of 1 bean in place of 2 teaspoons of extract.

This latte balances espresso, steamed milk, and vanilla without turning the drink overly sweet. Best with Madagascar vanilla (rich, creamy, classic); any pure vanilla works.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

271 Calories / serving

9.6g Fat

26.0g Carbs

16.0g Protein

20.9g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~271 cal · 10g fat · 26g carbs · 16g protein · 21g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 271 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Walking uphill or incline treadmill 37 min·1.9 mi·~3700 steps
Moderate cycling 28 min·5.6 mi
Swimming laps 38 min
Jogging 27 min·2.3 mi·~4300 steps
Stair climbing 25 min·~2250 steps
Dancing 44 min
Bodyweight circuit training 28 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 63 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.