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Naturally Sweetened Caramel Macchiato (vegan)
5 from 18 votes

Naturally Sweetened Caramel Macchiato (vegan)

This Naturally Sweetened Caramel Macchiato features a homemade salted coconut caramel sauce using coconut milk, maple syrup, coconut sugar, vanilla, and sea salt. The caramel sauce blends with hot almond milk and strong coffee or espresso to create a creamy, vegan-friendly coffee drink with a rich caramel flavor and a touch of saltiness.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 1 Latte
Calories: 102 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Salted Coconut Caramel Sauce:
  • 1 coconut milk 14-ounce can, full-fat
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
  • ¼ cup coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract pure
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt coarse
For the Caramel Macchiato:
  • 6 ounces coffee strong-brewed or 1 shot of espresso
  • 1 cup almond milk unsweetened
  • 1 tablespoon salted caramel sauce plus more for serving

Instructions

Make the Salted Coconut Caramel:
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  1. Add the coconut milk, maple syrup, and coconut sugar to a medium-sized sauce pan and bring it to a full boil. Allow mixture to boil, stirring frequently, until thickened, about 10 to 15 minutes.
  2. Add the vanilla extract and salt to the caramel mixture. Stir until combined, then remove caramel from the heat. You can use caramel right away or pour it into an air-tight container to use later (the longer it sits, the thicker it will get). Caramel lasts in your refrigerator for 3 to 4 weeks.
Make the Caramel Macchiato:
  1. Heat the milk using a milk frother or heat it in the microwave or stove top until hot, but not scalding.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon of prepared caramel to the bottom of a mug. Add 6 ounces of strong coffee (or 1 to 2 shots of espresso) and stir until well-combined.
  3. Add the frothed milk.
  4. Drizzle a fancy caramel design on top of the foam and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Serving 1Latte Calories 102kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 7g (11%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 11g (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1 Latte

Amount Per Serving

Calories 102

% Daily Value*

Serving 1Latte
Calories 102kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 7g 11%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 11g 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.