Pistachio Milk Latte Café Style (Printable Version)

A velvety pistachio milk latte with rich espresso and aromatic vanilla for a homemade coffeehouse delight.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pistachio Milk

01 - 1 cup raw, unsalted pistachios
02 - 3 cups filtered water
03 - 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey, optional
04 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
05 - Pinch of sea salt

→ Latte

06 - 2 shots (about 2 fluid ounces) espresso or strong brewed coffee
07 - 1 1/2 cups homemade pistachio milk
08 - 1 tablespoon sugar or sweetener of choice, optional
09 - Crushed pistachios, for garnish, optional

# Directions:

01 - Place pistachios in a large bowl and cover with water. Soak overnight or for at least 6 hours. Drain and rinse thoroughly.
02 - Combine soaked pistachios, 3 cups filtered water, vanilla extract, maple syrup or honey, and sea salt in a blender. Process until completely smooth.
03 - Pour the blended mixture into a nut milk bag or fine mesh sieve set over a pitcher. Squeeze or press to extract liquid. Discard or reserve solids for baking.
04 - Transfer milk to a saucepan and gently heat over medium, whisking continuously until hot but not boiling. Adjust sweetness if desired.
05 - Brew espresso or strong coffee using an espresso machine or coffee maker.
06 - Pour hot pistachio milk into serving cups, leaving some froth reserved. Add espresso to each cup and stir gently to combine.
07 - Top each latte with reserved pistachio milk froth. Garnish with crushed pistachios if desired and serve immediately.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • A unique homemade nut milk adds rich, creamy flavor to your latte
  • This recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, and simple to make at home
02 -
  • Pistachio milk keeps refrigerated for up to 3 days and should be shaken before use
  • This beverage contains tree nuts and caffeine; always review flavorings and sweeteners for allergens
03 -
  • For an iced version, simply chill the pistachio milk and pour over ice
  • Try adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or cardamom for extra flavor in your latte
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