Alright, here’s the truth – when I first tried a cardamom latte a year ago, I honestly couldn’t finish it! The flavour was just so new to me. I wasn’t used to the aroma, and it threw me off. But guess what? I gave it another shot and now I’m totally hooked on it! It has such a nice warm, cozy flavour that I can’t get enough of. Picture this: a steaming cup of cardamom latte in hand, a cozy blanket wrapped around you, curled up with a good book. Pure bliss, right?
Now, don’t let my first experience scare you off. Sometimes a new flavour takes time to grow on you, but it’s totally worth it. Give it a try because you might just find your new favourite!
What's Cardamom?
Cardamom is an aromatic spice with a unique floral taste, often called the “queen of spices.” And I see why, it has very rich intense aroma, and has been incredibly valued even in ancient time trades. It still remains a luxury spice today.
The closest spices I would compare it to are nutmeg and cinnamon, but it really has a flavour all its own. There are two types of cardamom: green (most common) and black (a bit more smokier). Form me, the cardamom is the magic “enhancer” from lattes, teas and desserts.
Fresh cardamom seeds or a powdered one
While powdered cardamom is easier to find, I try to use fresh cardamom pods when I can. All you need is a mortar and pestle to gently crack the pods and grind the seeds. It is that simple! And as with any other spice, fresh cardamom taste makes a big difference!m. Don’t worry if you only have the powdered kind, it will still be delicious.
Homemade Cardamom Latte
Course: coffee, drinkCuisine: Middle EastDifficulty: easy1
servings5
minutes5
minutesTry this aromatic cardamom latte recipe with hints of cinnamon and floral notes. It is cozy, warm, and perfect drink that can uplift your spirit any time of the day,
Ingredients
2-3 shots of espresso coffee
1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
3-4 cardamom pods (or 1 teaspoon ground cardamom)
¼ cup milk, steamed
Cinnamon and turmeric for dusting
Directions
- If you’re using cardamom pods, gently crush them with a mortar and pestle to release the seeds, then mash the seeds to a powder. Alternatively, use powdered cardamom.
- Brew your espresso shots.
- Steam your milk in milk frother and add a tiny pinch of turmeric for a nice yellow colour.
- Add the ground cardamom and maple syrup (or honey) to your cup of espresso, stirring gently.
- Pour the steamed milk over the coffee, and sprinkle with cinnamon, any leftovers cardamom, and nutmeg if you like. And there you have it - a warm, cozy drink that’s perfect for any day!
Recipe Video
Notes
- It is good idea to cut quantity of honey by 1/4 because it is sweeter than the maple syrup.
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