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Starbucks Brown Sugar Espresso

A creamy and sweet espresso drink that brings the coffee shop experience to your home.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 shots of espresso
  • 1 tablespoon of brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup of milk any kind
  • 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract optional
  • Ice if serving iced

Equipment

  • Espresso machine or stovetop espresso maker
  • Milk frother or handheld whisk
  • Saucepan
  • Measuring spoons
  • Serving glass or mug

Method
 

  1. Start by brewing two shots of espresso using your espresso machine or stovetop maker.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar with 1 tablespoon of water and heat until the sugar dissolves into a syrup.
  3. Froth your milk using a frother or a whisk.
  4. In your serving glass, pour the hot espresso over the brown sugar syrup.
  5. Gently pour the frothed milk over the espresso mixture.
  6. If using vanilla extract, stir it in now.
  7. Serve hot or pour over ice for an iced version.
  8. Optionally, sprinkle a little extra brown sugar on top for presentation.

Notes

This delightful beverage pairs beautifully with freshly baked pastries or a slice of banana bread.