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pistachio latte recipe

Pistachio Latte Recipe (Copycat)

A homemade recreation of Starbucks' pistachio latte featuring a creamy, nutty espresso drink with homemade pistachio syrup that you can customize and enjoy year-round.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 1 Serving
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

For the Pistachio Syrup
  • 0.5 cup shelled, unsalted pistachios plus 2 tablespoons chopped for garnish
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.5 cup water
  • 0.25 teaspoon almond extract
  • 0.125 teaspoon salt
For the Latte
  • 2 shots espresso or 0.5 cup strong brewed coffee
  • 1 cup milk of choice whole milk creates the creamiest texture
  • 2-3 tablespoons pistachio syrup to taste
  • 2 tablespoons whipped cream optional
  • 1 pinch ground pistachio for garnish

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker or mason jar
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Prepare the Pistachio Syrup
  1. Pulse 0.5 cup pistachios in a food processor until finely ground but not paste-like. Combine ground pistachios, sugar, water, and salt in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves completely. Reduce heat and simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in the almond extract. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing with a spatula to extract all the flavor. Allow the syrup to cool completely before using.
Prepare Your Espresso
  1. Brew 2 shots of espresso using an espresso machine. If using alternative methods, prepare 0.5 cup of strong coffee or dissolve 2 teaspoons of instant espresso in 0.25 cup hot water. Pour the espresso into your serving mug.
Prepare the Milk
  1. Pour milk into a small saucepan and heat until steaming but not boiling (around 150°F). For a frothy texture, use a milk frother, handheld frother, or whisk vigorously. Alternatively, shake warm milk in a sealed jar for 30-60 seconds for a quick foam.
Assemble Your Pistachio Latte
  1. Add 2-3 tablespoons of pistachio syrup to your espresso and stir to combine. Slowly pour in the warm frothed milk, holding back the foam with a spoon. Top with the reserved foam. If desired, crown with whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground pistachios. For an extra touch of elegance, drizzle with a small amount of pistachio syrup.