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Starbucks Raisin Con Crema Espresso

Raisin Con Crema Espresso

A luxurious copycat Starbucks specialty beverage featuring bold espresso, creamy milk, and homemade raisin syrup with a velvety crema layer. Perfect for coffee enthusiasts seeking an indulgent café-quality drink at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 1 Serving
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

For the Raisin Syrup
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
For the Espresso
  • 1-2 shots espresso bold and rich blends work best
For the Crema Layer
  • 1/4 cup steamed milk or heavy cream
For Garnish
  • 1 pinch ground cinnamon optional
  • as needed ice optional, for iced versions

Equipment

  • cocktail shaker or mason jar
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Make The Raisin Syrup
  1. In a small saucepan, add the raisins, water, and brown sugar. Heat over medium heat while stirring occasionally.
Make The Raisin Syrup
  1. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5–7 minutes. The raisins will plump up, and the syrup will thicken slightly.
Make The Raisin Syrup
  1. Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then blend it until smooth using a hand blender or regular blender.
Make The Raisin Syrup
  1. For the best consistency, strain the syrup through a fine mesh strainer to remove any leftover raisin bits. Stir in the vanilla extract and set aside to cool.
Brew Your Espresso
  1. Brew 1–2 shots of espresso using your coffee machine, moka pot, or preferred method. If using strong coffee, ensure it's as concentrated as possible.
Brew Your Espresso
  1. Stir 1–2 teaspoons of the raisin syrup into your espresso while it's still hot, adjusting to taste.
Create The Crema Layer
  1. Using a milk frother or steaming wand, heat and froth your milk or cream until it's velvety and foamy. If a frother isn't available, you can warm the milk and whisk it vigorously.
Create The Crema Layer
  1. Gently pour the frothy milk or cream over the espresso, allowing it to create a layered crema effect.
Garnish And Serve
  1. Sprinkle a touch of ground cinnamon over the top for added aroma and flavor. If you're serving it iced, pour the espresso and milk over a glass filled with ice and garnish as usual.
Garnish And Serve
  1. Sip and relish this indulgent, café-quality beverage.