Blended oat milk, fragrant lavender, and espresso offer a relaxing, dairy-free drink. Easily made vegan.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Lavender Syrup
01 - 1/4 cup water
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 tablespoon dried culinary lavender buds
→ Latte
04 - 2 shots espresso or 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
05 - 2 cups oat milk
06 - 2–3 tablespoons lavender syrup
07 - Ice (optional, for iced latte)
# Directions:
01 - Combine water, granulated sugar, and dried culinary lavender buds in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Allow to simmer for 2 minutes, then remove from heat and steep for 5 minutes. Strain out the lavender buds and let the syrup cool.
02 - Brew 2 shots of espresso or prepare 1/2 cup strong coffee using your preferred method.
03 - Warm oat milk in a saucepan or froth with a milk frother until hot and foamy. For iced version, use cold oat milk and skip heating.
04 - Add lavender syrup to a mug or glass. Pour in espresso or coffee, then top with oat milk. Stir gently to combine.
05 - If serving iced, add ice to the glass before pouring in espresso and oat milk.
06 - Optionally garnish with a sprinkle of dried lavender buds or a twist of lemon zest before serving.