Almond Milk Coffee (Hot & Iced)

Fancy a coffee with almond milk? This is the best way to froth this dairy-free hazelnut milk and use it in coffee, hot and iced drinks!

Do you like almond milk and want to use it in your coffee? Here’s how! This non-dairy milk is not a favorite in coffee drinks because its texture and flavor are sometimes lacking. But if you’re a fan of almond milk: you can make it! There are multiple ways to make a killer almond milk latte: both hot and iced! Here’s what to do.

The best non-dairy latte? Try an oat milk latte.

Almond milk in coffee: the benefits and harm

When it comes to plant milk for coffee, oat milk is the clear favorite. Its creamy texture and milky flavor make it ideal: it also steams and foams like a charm. There are some pros and cons to using almond milk in coffee.

• The disadvantages: Almond milk has a watery texture that isn’t as creamy as cow’s milk and other non-dairy milks. It doesn’t steam well and doesn’t foam as much as oat milk. It also has a strong nutty flavor that is easily recognized in coffee.
• Advantages: Almond milk is easy to find in stores. Its nutty flavor can add a nice nuance to coffee beverages when brewed properly. It works in hot coffee, but it’s even better in an iced coffee or iced latte.

Option 1: Prepare coffee with almond milk: Hot Latte

Does almond milk work in a hot latte? Yes! Cold almond milk can curdle in hot coffee. But if you heat it up and froth it before adding it, it makes for a flavorful latte. The flavor is very nutty and not as creamy as a traditional latte, but it’s delicious in its own way. Here are the main steps:

• Step 1: Prepare a double espresso (See Making Espresso for more information).
• Step 2: Froth ½ cup of almond milk (See below for details).
• Step 3: Add 2 teaspoons of espresso sweetener, then pour in the steamed almond milk.

Point: It’s best to add a dash of sweetener when using almond milk in coffee, even if you don’t typically sweeten your coffee beverages. Almond milk has an almost bitter taste compared to milk, which is lighter and sweeter.

Can you froth almond milk?

The hardest part about making hot coffee with almond milk? Froth the almond milk. Different brands of almond milk foam are different, so you’ll have to experiment to find what works best. The best type of milk for frothing almond milk? Barista buy almond milk, which foams more like cow’s milk. But you can also use the regular variety! That’s what we used here; In the pictures you can see that it is slightly foamy.

How to froth almond milk:

• Heat milk: Place the milk in a saucepan and heat to boiling or 150 degrees Fahrenheit (use a food thermometer if possible). It feels warm but doesn’t boil.
• How to froth with a milk frother (easiest and best method): Pour the milk into a large container. Hold the container at an angle and turn on the nozzle. Wave the frother up and down for about 20 seconds until foam bubbles form. Tap the container on the counter to break up large bubbles.
• Lather with a French Press: Pour the boiling milk into the French Press and pump quickly and briefly until frothy bubbles form, about 25 times (try not to beat too hard). Pour into a jug and tap on the counter to break up any large bubbles. For better results, use 1 cup of milk for two glasses.
• whipping method: Put the boiling milk in a bowl and beat vigorously with a whisk until frothy bubbles form. Pour into a jug and tap on the counter to break up any large bubbles.

Option 2: Prepare iced coffee with almond milk: Iced Latte

Almond milk works even better in cold brew coffee! Texture and flavor are more consistent in a cold drink. Popular alternatives are almond milk iced coffee or almond milk cold brew. Or try it as an Iced Almond Milk Latte! It’s delicious sweetened with a little vanilla syrup (or even brown sugar syrup or plain maple syrup). Here are the basic steps:

• Step 1: Prepare a double espresso (See Making Espresso for more information).
• Step 3: Froth ¼ cup almond milk In a covered jar, shake or beat until fluffy.
• Step 4: Pour the espresso and 2-3 teaspoons of syrup over ice. Add the milk and serve.

Other vegetable milk for coffee

Besides almond milk, there are many great non-dairy milks you can use in coffee! Here are some favorites:

• oat milk: The best plant milk for coffee! It has a creamy texture and fumes and foams that are closest to a cow’s milk
• I am milk: Also has a very creamy texture! Soy aftertaste makes it less desirable for coffee drinks
• cashew milk: Has a very creamy texture and a milder flavor than almond milk. (We haven’t experienced it often in coffee, so let us know what you think in the comments below.)

More coffee drinks

There are so many great coffee drinks that you can turn into dairy free and vegan drinks! Here are some favorites: