I’m ready for apple season, and this Apple Crisp Caramel Latte might be my favorite way to welcome it.

I made a simple apple cider syrup with brown sugar and apple cider, then combined it with two shots of espresso, ice, and creamy milk. Then I finished it with whipping cream and a generous amount of caramel, all homemade of course. And don’t forget to garnish your latte with a sliver of apple!

To make the latte

• 2 shots espresso
• 2 tablespoons apple cider syrup
• 1/2-3/4 cup cold milk
• ice
• whipped cream
• homemade caramel
• apple for garnish
• cinnamon optional

Add the apple cider syrup to a glass (I use a Weck jar) and pour the espresso on top. Stir to combine.

Fill with crushed ice and add the cold milk. Top with fresh whipped cream and drizzle with warm caramel. Finish with a thin apple slice or cinnamon stick.

A little apple crisp, a little caramel, and a lot of fall in one glass.

Apple Cider Syrup

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A delicious Fall treat!

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup apple cider
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Add apple cider, brown sugar, cinnamon stick, and salt to a small saucepan.
2. Simmer 8-10 minutes, until reduced slightly and syrupy.
3. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla.

Homemade Caramel Sauce

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Ingredients

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tbsp water
• 3 tbsp butter
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 tsp vanilla
• pinch of salt

Instructions

1. Add sugar and water to a small saucepan over medim heat. Cook until the sugar turns a deep golden amber color.
2. Remove from the heat and carefully whisk in the butter. Slowly add the heavy cream, whisking until smooth. Stir in the vanilla and salt.
3. The caramel sauce will thicken as it cools. Reheat the caramel sauce when you are ready to drizzle over your latte or ice cream.