Homemade Apple Crisp Macchiato

Ingredients

• 1 Apple (chopped)
• 3 Cinnamon sticks
• 1 cup Dark brown sugar
• 1 cup Water
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Milk (per serving)
• 2 oz Espresso (2 shots per serving)
• Ice (for serving)

Steps

1. 1

   In a small saucepan, combine the chopped apple, three cinnamon sticks, and one cup of dark brown sugar.

2. 2

   Toast the mixture on medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar begins to melt and the mixture starts to look wet.

3. 3

   Add one cup of water to the saucepan.

4. 4

   Bring the liquid to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer.

5. 5

   Cover the pot and let it simmer for 20 minutes to steep the flavors.

6. 6

   Strain the syrup through a fine-mesh sieve into a storage container to remove the apple chunks and cinnamon sticks.

7. 7

   Allow the syrup to cool slightly, then stir in one teaspoon of vanilla extract.

8. 8

   To assemble the drink, fill a glass with ice.

9. 9

   Add the desired amount of apple syrup (typically 1-2 tablespoons) and milk to the glass.

10. 10

    Top with two shots of espresso and stir to combine.

Notes

The syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for 10 to 14 days. Although Starbucks calls this a macchiato, it is constructed like a standard latte with milk and flavor followed by espresso.

Nutrition per serving

• drink
• coffee
• latte
• apple
• fall
• starbucks copycat
• vegetarian