Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple juice (or apple cider)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 shots of espresso (or 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee)
- 1 cup oat milk (extra creamy works best)
- 1 cup ice cubes
- Optional: Apple slices or extra cinnamon for garnish
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, apple juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and water. Place the pan over medium heat and stir constantly until the sugar has fully dissolved. Bring the mixture to a light simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until it thickens slightly into a syrup. Remove from heat and let it cool.
- While the syrup cools, brew two fresh shots of espresso using your espresso machine or a portable espresso maker. If you don’t have an espresso machine, you can brew 1/2 cup of very strong dark roast coffee instead. Allow the coffee to cool for a few minutes so it doesn’t immediately melt all the ice.
- Grab a tall glass and pour in 1.5 to 2 tablespoons of your homemade apple crisp syrup. If you like a sweeter drink, feel free to add an extra splash. Fill the glass to the top with ice cubes.
- Pour the oat milk over the ice and syrup. Give it a gentle stir if you want the syrup well-distributed, or leave it at the bottom if you prefer the layered macchiato look where the flavors mix as you drink.
- Slowly pour the espresso shots over the top of the oat milk. The dark espresso will slowly bleed into the white milk, creating a beautiful marble effect. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a thin slice of apple if desired, and enjoy immediately!
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Diet: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free