Red Velvet Coffee (Latte)

Do you have a birthday, Valentine's, or any special holiday around the corner and you just don't have a gift? Then this red velvet coffee latte is just the thing for you! It is creamy, cozy, oozing with deliciousness, and just the drink to make your loved ones feel special. It also only takes 10 minutes to make from start to finish.

I love having a good latte to start the day. There is just something about having a good coffee drink that makes the day complete. I normally rotate this red velvet drink with my peanut butter chocolate smoothie and strawberry pineapple smoothie, which taste equally delicious! Now that we are speaking coffee, check out the difference between a latte and a cortado, if you are a coffee lover like I am. Indeed, we learn every day!

why you will love this recipe

• perfect holiday gift - it is perfect for Valentine's Day as well as other special holidays such as Thanksgiving and Christmas. We all know that homemade gifts are more special, they definitely go a long way and are way better than picking something from the gift shops!
• cozy, comforting and delicious, making it the perfect winter drink.
• looks and tastes amazing - it tastes great, you will find yourself making it on days other than Valentine's!
• easily adaptable - it is the drink for any coffee lover, simply use your preferred choice of milk to make it vegan, paleo or low-carb!

what is red velvet latte made of?

The red velvet latte is a creamy drink comprising milk, chocolate chips or broken chocolate pieces, cocoa, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and coffee or espresso. To give the coffee and creamer the pink color, beetroot powder is sometimes used in place of the red food coloring.

It is a drink inspired by the widely popular red velvet cake, which originated in the mid to late 1800s, which is popular during the cold winter months, on birthdays, and holidays, such as Valentine's day.

ingredients

You will require the following ingredients to make the red velvet creamer and the latte. This is a summary, a detailed recipe card is provided below.

• full fat whipping cream - I did not get the chance to test the recipe with low-fat cream but feel free to do so if you prefer.
• powdered sweetener - such as regular sugar or a low-carb sweetener such as allulose).
• a cup of coffee - it is okay to use regular or decaf coffee.
• some milk - use your milk of choice (such as regular dairy, almond milk, or coconut milk).
• unsweetened or semi-sweet white or dark chocolate bar, broken into small pieces - use unsweetened chocolate if on a special diet such as keto and paleo.
• unsweetened or semi-sweet cocoa powder.
• a few drops of red food coloring - use less drops for a pinker shade, and more to make it look red!
• some vanilla extract - or your favorite food aroma.
• chocolate shavings or sprinkles to decorate (optional).

how to make red velvet coffee latte

Step 1: make the red velvet coffee creamer

• combine the whipping cream, powdered sweetener, and red food coloring in a small cup or bowl. Use a whisk to whip the cream until it forms stiff peaks.

Step 2: prepare the latte

• in a small saucepan, combine coffee, milk, the broken chocolate bar, and the cocoa powder. Bring this to heat under low to medium heat then use a whisk to combine until most but not all of the chocolate is melted.
• remove the saucepan from the heat, stir in the red food coloring and vanilla extract.
• pour the red velvet coffee latte into cups, carefully top with the whipped cream and garnish with chocolate shavings, sprinkles, or as preferred. Serve and enjoy warm.

useful tips

• for a more creamy texture, do not let the latte boil. Rather, heat it at a low to medium heat until the chocolate is only slightly melted.
• use good quality chocolate and cocoa for the best flavor!

variations

• when making the red velvet latte, feel free to use more or less chocolate, to suit your taste. You can also use chocolate chips, instead of a regular bar.
• use espresso for a more intense coffee flavor!
• make it extra healthy by using blended beetroot or a teaspoon of beetroot powder instead of food coloring.
• make red velvet iced coffee by chilling the latte in the fridge instead of serving it warm.
• you can also make it diet-friendly by using a suitable sweetener, milk and chocolate (for example, use almond milk, allulose and some sugar-free chocolate and sprinkles for keto).

storage and making ahead

The latte and creamer can be made ahead and kept in the fridge for up to one day. To use, simply warm it in the microwave, top with the creamer, and serve. It can also be enjoyed chilled, straight from the fridge.

frequently asked questions

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