Best 5 Cafe Con Leche Shake Recipes

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Café con leche shake, a delectable blend of coffee, milk, and ice cream, is a true delight for coffee enthusiasts and milkshake lovers alike. Originating in the vibrant cafes of Colombia and popularized worldwide, this refreshing beverage combines the rich flavors of coffee with the creamy sweetness of ice cream, creating a harmonious balance that tantalizes the taste buds. Whether you prefer a classic preparation or enjoy experimenting with unique flavor combinations, the possibilities are endless when crafting the perfect café con leche shake. In this guide, we will explore the various recipes and techniques used to create this delightful beverage, ensuring that you can elevate your next coffee break or impress your guests with a café con leche shake that is both flavorful and visually appealing.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CAFE CON LECHE RECIPE



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Cafe con leche is a popular espresso drink in Spain. Discover how simple it is to make at home and enjoy a great coffeehouse-style cup of coffee.

Provided by Colleen Graham

Categories     Breakfast     Beverage     Coffee

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

For the Espresso:
2 tablespoons/10 grams coffee (finely ground; or amount needed for pot)
1/2 cup water (or amount needed for pot)
For Cafe Con Leche:
3 1/2 ounces espresso (brewed)
1/2 cup milk (whole)
Optional: 1/2 teaspoon white granulated sugar (to taste)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Pour hot water into the serving cup to heat it while the coffee's brewing.
  • In a 3-cup stovetop espresso maker, add finely ground coffee and water according to the manufacturer's instructions. Heat on the stove to brew.
  • In a small saucepan over low heat, pour the milk and heat gently until it steams and there are small bubbles around the edges. Do not let it boil. Stir occasionally to prevent a film from forming on the top.
  • When the espresso has brewed, dump the water from the cup. Fill it halfway with freshly brewed espresso.
  • Slowly pour the steamed milk over the espresso and stir to incorporate. Add sugar to taste. Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 12 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 67 mg, Sugar 6 g, Fat 4 g, ServingSize 1 drink (1 serving), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

CAFE CON LECHE MILKSHAKES



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A great way to have your ice cream. From Bobby Flay. Simple syrup is equal amounts of sugar and water combined and cooked over medium-low heat until sugar has dissolved and the mixture is clear.

Provided by susie cooks

Categories     Dessert

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups whole milk, cold
1 1/2 cups coffee or 1 1/2 cups espresso, strong brewed
1 pint coffee ice cream
1/2 cup simple syrup
1/2 cup coffee liqueur
chocolate-covered coffee beans (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine the milk, coffee, ice cream, simple syrup and liqueur in a blender.
  • Blend until smooth.
  • Pour in tall glasses and top with a few chocolate covered espresso beans.

CAFE CON LECHE



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

12 ounces whole milk
12 ounces freshly brewed espresso
Sugar, if desired

Steps:

  • Bring milk to a simmer in a medium saucepan. Fill large coffee cups halfway with espresso and fill to the top with some of the hot milk. Add sugar, if desired. The ratio of espresso to milk is 1 to 1.;

CAFé CON LECHE SYRUP



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Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     easy, dessert

Time 30m

Yield About 1 quart, or 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1/2 cup sugar
1/3 cup instant espresso granules
1 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk

Steps:

  • Combine sugar and 2 cups water in a pot and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring often until sugar is dissolved. Whisk in instant espresso until completely dissolved, pour into bowl, cool to room temperature, then refrigerate. When cool, whisk in condensed milk. Refrigerate until completely chilled, at least 2 hours.
  • Pour about 1/2 cup syrup over 1 cup shaved ice. Or, freeze syrup into cubes or a block, then put through the shaver.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 167, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 32 grams, Fat 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 52 milligrams, Sugar 32 grams

AUTHENTIC CAFE' CON LECHE (COFFEE WITH MILK)



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Posting for ZWT 5 as we zip through Spain so might as well make this educational AND entertaining: Coffee was once believed to cure consumption, dropsy, gout, and smallpox; AND--get this!--when mixed with milk--as in this recipe--coffee was believed to be a CAUSE of leprosy! Oh, no! :rofl: I think we've proved through many years of not-so-scientific daily coffee-drinking that this is not true. Enjoy a cup and rest assured, you will not be leaving any body parts behind when you've sipped the last drop! ("Cooking Up World History" by Marden & Barchers)

Provided by Debber

Categories     Beverages

Time 10m

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 cups milk
6 teaspoons instant coffee
10 teaspoons sugar

Steps:

  • Heat milk (saucepan on stove or bowl in microwave) until it boils.
  • Stir in coffee and sugar.
  • Serve hot in glass coffee cups.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients. Using fresh coffee, milk, and ice will make a richer, more flavorful milkshake.
  • Brew your coffee strong. This will ensure that the coffee flavor comes through in the milkshake.
  • Use cold milk. This will help to keep the milkshake cold and refreshing.
  • Add ice cream or frozen yogurt to thicken the milkshake. You can also use frozen fruit or ice cubes to add flavor and texture.
  • Blend until smooth. A good milkshake should be smooth and creamy, with no lumps of ice or undissolved ingredients.

Conclusion:

The Café con Leche Shake is a delicious and refreshing drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a café-quality milkshake at home. So next time you are craving a sweet treat, give the Café con Leche Shake a try!

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