Iced latte: the smooth, bold elixir that wakes us up and starts our day. The iced latte grew in popularity in San Francisco in the 1980s as a spin-off of the classic drink developed in Italy.
Tiramisu: the creamy, decadent Italian dessert that is both rich and light. This dessert dates back to the 1960s, when Italians created it as an easy, no-bake dessert.
But what if we combined these two beloved classics?
Somewhere between the assignments I have had to submit, the articles due at midnight, and the multitude of emails I’ve had to respond to as I’ve begun my sophomore year, I found time to discover the most delicious beverage. Some may call this stress baking, but I call it finding a passion for the culinary arts.
Tiramisu is currently experiencing a revival. It is now a social media trend, a menu staple, and even a popular wedding cake alternative. Lattes aren’t necessarily slowing down either, making this the perfect fall pick-me-up. All you need is seven ingredients and your favorite album queued (bonus points if it’s a rainy day).
Cold foam
Ingredients:
- 2 spoonfuls of mascarpone
- Splash of heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
- Dash of milk of your choice
Simply froth all of these ingredients together, and you’re already halfway done.
Iced Latte
This part is up for interpretation. Whatever way you prefer an iced latte is fine, but if you need inspiration, here is my go-to.
Ingredients:
- 1 double shot of espresso
- Generous amount of milk
- 2 pumps of vanilla syrup
- Drizzle of honey
- Ice
First, fill your cup with the ice and milk, and then pour in your espresso. I recommend pouring the honey into the hot espresso so it can stir nicely into the drink without sticking to the glass. Finally, add vanilla syrup if you want extra sweetness, and you’re all done.
Assemble
Now pour your cold foam over your iced latte, add a straw, and most importantly, enjoy!
Still not convinced this recipe is as delicate and scrumptious as I just described? Well, don’t just take my word for it. Hear it from friends and roommates who tried this specialty drink before starting their long, busy days.
Reviews
Kathleen Knoblauch, an elementary education major and coffee enthusiast, said the coffee gave her the energy she needed to volunteer at an elementary school.
“The perfect way to start my morning. As a busy volunteer dealing with children all day, this coffee helped me deal with the chaos of the classroom,” Knoblauch said.
Ashlyn Miller, a nursing major and Army ROTC cadet, said this latte was one of her favorite parts of the day.
“The tiramisu latte was the highlight of my day,” Miller said. “It was so unique and yummy, and when the sun came through the windows and hit my glass, it literally looked like something from Pinterest.”
Devin Nordin, a health science major and former barista, said the latte helped ease the stress of her busy week.
“I had two anatomy exams and big/little week for my sorority, and the tiramisu latte helped me get through the long week,” Nordin said.
I hope you try this recipe and make it for a friend or two. Whether you’re looking for a new delicious coffee drink, something sweet in the middle of the day, or simply something to take your mind off the stress of everyday life, this iced tiramisu latte is the perfect recipe to relax and treat yourself.