Flavoured Hot Coffee
Maple Pecan Latte
Quick answer
The recipe calls for finely chopped toasted pecans. Let them cool before sprinkling so they do not immediately soften against the foam. Chop them small enough to sit comfortably on the drink, and reserve a few pieces for the top if you want a clearer nutty aroma in the first sip.
Key takeaways
- The recipe calls for finely chopped toasted pecans.
- Maple syrup sweetens the coffee and adds its own woody flavor.
- Add the pecans just before serving so they remain distinct.
Ingredients
- 60 ml espresso
- 180 ml whole milk
- 2 tsp maple syrup
- 5 g finely chopped toasted pecans.
Method
- Combine espresso and maple syrup.
- Add heated, frothed milk and sprinkle pecans on the foam; stir or spoon the nuts as desired.
Balance maple and espresso
Maple syrup sweetens the coffee and adds its own woody flavor. Stir it into the espresso before the milk goes in so it disperses evenly. Taste the espresso-syrup mixture first; if it is already sweet enough, the milk will soften it further.
Serve with the nut topping
Add the pecans just before serving so they remain distinct. The recipe contains tree nuts; tell guests and check ingredient labels if you are serving someone with an allergy. For another latte with a toasted spice profile, compare cardamom latte.
Toasting and chopping the pecans
The recipe specifies toasted pecans, so let them cool before chopping. Warm nuts are softer and can smear rather than break into neat pieces. Chop them finely enough to sit on the foam, but not so small that they disappear into the drink. Add them just before serving to preserve their crunch.
Keep the maple flavor distinct
Maple syrup and toasted pecans both bring rounded, nut-like flavors. Taste the espresso before combining it with the syrup so you know how much coffee character the drink starts with. The recipe already includes its sweetener; avoid adding more until you taste the finished latte.
This drink contains pecans, a tree nut. Tell anyone you serve and check ingredient labels if allergies are a concern.
Let the pecans stay crisp
Do not add the chopped nuts until the milk has been poured and you are ready to serve. Moist foam softens pecans over time, so the topping is best added at the table. If you prepare more than one cup, keep the nuts separate until each drink is finished.