A recipe for a Chocolate Hazelnut Latte! This easy and comforting drink comes together in minutes for a delicious start to the day.
This Chocolate Hazelnut Latte is such a fun way to add a little decadence to your morning or afternoon coffee.
Simply stir a tablespoon or so of your favorite chocolate hazelnut spread into freshly brewed espresso (I usually go with a double shot) or strong coffee and top with steamed milk.
If desired, garnish with a swirl of chocolate syrup or a dusting of cocoa powder before serving immediately.
A Few Chocolate Hazelnut Latte Tips
This latte can be made with a store-bought chocolate hazelnut spread such as Nutella or even a homemade version- Crema Gianduia (Italian Chocolate Hazelnut Spread). If using a homemade spread, make sure it is as smooth as possible. If there are pieces of hazelnuts, it may add a gritty texture to the coffee.
Adjust the amount of the chocolate hazelnut spread more or less as desired. I usually keep it to around 1 tablespoon (18 grams).
Sometimes I like to add a splash (no more than 1/2 teaspoon) vanilla extract to complement the chocolate hazelnut and milk, especially if I am making an iced latte.
Steaming the Milk
I currently have an espresso machine to froth the milk, but have included other options to steam the milk without one.
To use a handheld frother, steam the milk by heating it (on the stove or in the microwave). While still hot, transfer to a frothing pitcher, and use a handheld milk frother to create the right consistency.
If using a non-dairy milk, it won’t steam as well without a professional espresso machine.
Without a handheld frother, cold milk (nonfat to 2% is best for stable foam, but won’t be as rich) can be shaken in a tightly sealed jar (no more than a third filled), then microwaved to set the foam or heated and frothed in a French press (pump for about 10 seconds, be careful not to overfill) or whisked vigorously while hot.
Iced Chocolate Hazelnut Latte
During warmer temperatures, this drink can easily be turned into an Iced Chocolate Hazelnut Latte!
Immediately after preparing the espresso, stir in the chocolate hazelnut spread while still hot to let it evenly combine. Set aside or refrigerate the coffee until room temperature to chilled.
Fill a medium glass with ice. Pour in the milk (not steamed or very lightly frothed) and top with the prepared espresso.
Serve the drink immediately after assembling.
I personally like the level of sweetness from simply the chocolate hazelnut spread in this drink. If you want something sweeter, add a splash of vanilla bean syrup or stir a little sweetened condensed milk into the milk before adding to the glass.
For even more decadence, you can top the drink with whipped cream.
Looking for more homemade drinks?
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Chocolate Hazelnut Latte Recipe
Adapted from How Sweet Eats
Chocolate Hazelnut Latte
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) hot espresso or strongly brewed coffee
- 1-1 1/2 tablespoons (18-27 grams) chocolate hazelnut spread store-bought or homemade
- 3/4 cup (177 milliliters) milk dairy or non-dairy, steamed
- Chocolate sauce or cocoa powder for decorating the top
Instructions
- Place the chocolate hazelnut spread in the bottom of a heat-safe mug or glass. Pour in the hot espresso and stir together until well blended.
- While holding the mug slightly to the side at a 45˚ angle, slowly pour the steamed milk in the center to fill the mug and add a thin layer of the foam.
- Decorate the top with chocolate syrup or cocoa powder if desired and serve immediately.
Lauren Vavala @ Delicious Little Bites
My fiance makes the lattes in our home…better believe I’m sliding the jar of nutella in front of the coffee maker so I can try this one asap! Delicious!