Best 3 Cafe Con Leche Puerto Rican Cafe Latte Recipes

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Cafe con leche is a staple in Puerto Rican culture. This delightful beverage is a harmonious blend of coffee and steamed milk, creating a rich, aromatic, and comforting drink. Whether you prefer your cafe con leche simple or extravagant, with or without froth, this flavorful concoction is sure to awaken your senses and warm your soul.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PUERTO RICAN CAFé CON LECHE



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Start the day off right with a warm cup of traditional Puerto Rican café con leche, made with Puerto Rican coffee, sugar and steamed milk. This traditional Latin drink can be found at any given time in panaderías, restaurants and home kitchens across the island.

Provided by Salima Benkhalti

Categories     drinks

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

½ cup ground coffee
½ cup filtered water (for brewing the coffee)
½ cup whole milk
1 tsp sugar

Steps:

  • Brew your coffee according to the instructions on the coffee making device you're using. See notes for directions if using a saucepan to make your coffee.
  • While your coffee brews, add milk to a saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a light simmer before killing the heat.
  • Fill your cup with coffee until just halfway full. Add sugar and stir with a spoon. Pour steamed milk in to fill the cup. Enjoy!

CAFE CON LECHE, PUERTO RICAN CAFE LATTE



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Traditional cafe latte puerto rican style. This is enjoyed as part of breakfast, in which french or italian bread is dipped in the hot coffee. You can add a bit more sugar or coffee to fit your tastes.

Provided by chef FIFI

Categories     Beverages

Time 6m

Yield 1-2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 1/2 cups milk
3 teaspoons nescafe instant coffee
2 teaspoons sugar

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.8, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 51.2, Sodium 181.3, Carbohydrate 27.6, Sugar 8.4, Protein 12.7

CAFé CON LECHE



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A popular Spanish coffee drink, often served at breakfast. The proportions should be equal quantities milk and strong coffee. The ingredients and instructions include making the coffee with a French press, but you can substitute any very strong brewed coffee or espresso. I wouldn't recommend instant coffee or decaf as neither would likely be strong enough. The scalded milk will be sweeter than fresh milk, so keep that in mind when adding sugar. This recipe is from mrbreakfast.com. Times are estimates.

Provided by Halcyon Eve

Categories     Beverages

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

2/3 cup fresh ground coffee (use a darker roast, such as French roast, for best results)
2 cups boiling water
2 cups whole milk or 2 cups 2% low-fat milk
sugar
ground cinnamon (garnish) (optional)

Steps:

  • Place coffee in bottom of prewarmed French press. Add boiling water, replace lid (without lowering filter), and allow to brew for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, place milk in a small saucepan. Bring just to boiling point (the first larger bubble breaking on surface), then reduce heat to barely simmering. Simmer gently for a few minutes, stirring occasionally, until coffee is done.
  • After the 5 minutes are up, depress plunger on press to strain grounds. Divide coffee evenly between 4 mugs. Add hot milk to each cup in equal amounts to coffee.
  • Sweeten to taste. Garnish with a dash of cinnamon, if desired.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use freshly ground coffee beans. If you don't have a coffee grinder, you can buy pre-ground coffee, but make sure it's a fine grind.
  • Use whole milk or 2% milk for a richer flavor. You can also use skim milk, but it will be less creamy.
  • If you don't have a milk frother, you can heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat until it starts to steam. Then, use a whisk to whisk the milk until it's frothy.
  • If you like your coffee sweet, you can add sugar or honey to taste.
  • Serve the café con leche hot and enjoy!

Conclusion:

Café con leche is a delicious and easy-to-make coffee drink that can be enjoyed anytime of day. It's the perfect way to start your morning, or to relax with in the afternoon. Café con leche is also a great drink to serve to guests. So next time you're looking for a new coffee drink to try, give café con leche a try. You won't be disappointed!

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