Cotton Candy Latte
Fluffy Cloud Cotton Candy Latte Recipe for Your Cozy Home Cafe ☁️☕
On this beautiful, clear day, just like a lovely autumn sky, I’m sharing a recipe for a sweet cotton candy latte that will add a touch of delight! This drink, with its fluffy cotton candy resembling clouds floating in the sky, is sure to make you happy just by looking at it. Enjoying a cotton candy latte while basking in the warm autumn sun will double the sweetness. Shall we make this pretty and delicious cotton candy latte, just like from a cafe, at home together? 😊
Ingredients
- 1 clump of cotton candy (choose your favorite color!)
- 400ml milk
- 3 teaspoons instant coffee granules
- A little hot water
- 5 ice cubes
- Edible sprinkles (for garnish)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s gather all the ingredients needed to create this adorable cotton candy latte. Don’t they just look cheerful?
Step 2
Now, we’ll make a rich base, similar to the strong espresso shot you’d find at a cafe. Prepare 3 teaspoons of instant coffee granules and a small amount of water. You can use boiling water or heat the water in the microwave for a quick and easy option. I opted for the microwave method today!
Step 3
Carefully pour the hot water over the 3 teaspoons of instant coffee granules.
Step 4
Stir gently with a spoon until the coffee granules are fully dissolved. This creates your delicious espresso shot base! It’s super simple! While it’s great on its own as coffee, we’ll be using it in a special way today.
Step 5
Next, it’s time to choose a pretty cup for your cotton candy latte. A pink or pastel-colored cup will enhance the sweet, dreamy vibe of the cotton candy. I’ve chosen a pink cup for today!
Step 6
To make it refreshingly iced, we’ll add plenty of ice. Fill your chosen cup with 5 ice cubes.
Step 7
Now, slowly pour 400ml of fresh, cold milk over the ice. The creaminess of the milk will beautifully complement the coffee.
Step 8
We’ll then pour the espresso shot base over the milk. It’s a good idea to leave a little space at the top of the cup to accommodate the cotton candy. This way, it won’t overflow once you add the espresso and cotton candy.
Step 9
Very slowly and carefully, pour the rich espresso shot base over the milk. This technique prevents the liquids from mixing immediately, creating a beautiful layered gradient effect. This moment is truly magical! ✨
Step 10
Now, let’s create a fluffy cloud shape on top of the latte with the cotton candy. If your cotton candy is tightly packed,
Step 11
Gently pull it apart with your fingers to form a soft, cloud-like shape. Don’t worry about making it perfectly uniform; a natural look is often more charming.
Step 12
Now, carefully place the cotton candy cloud on top of the cup. ★Here’s a crucial tip! The moment the cotton candy touches the warm liquid, it will magically start to melt. To prevent this and keep its shape for longer, make sure there’s a slight gap between the cotton candy and the coffee or milk. You can rest it gently on the rim of the cup. This way, your cloud will stay fluffy!
Step 13
To add an extra touch of sweetness and visual appeal, I’ve sprinkled some colorful edible sprinkles. They add a sparkling, starry effect, reminiscent of a beautiful sky.
Step 14
A cotton candy cloud floating on top of the milk and coffee gradient! Isn’t it lovely? But does it feel like something is missing?
Step 15
Finally, add a cute straw with star designs, and your fluffy cotton candy latte is complete! The process is incredibly simple, but the final presentation is just as stunning as anything you’d get at a specialty cafe, isn’t it? 😉
Step 16
I initially considered just using white cotton candy, but adding pink and blue sprinkles has really made the visual more vibrant and dynamic. The color combination makes a huge difference!
Step 17
The cotton candy almost looks like luminous pearls embedded in a cloud. It truly looks like something out of a fairy tale. 💖
Step 18
There are a couple of ways to enjoy your cotton candy latte. You can savor the coffee’s original flavor first, and then, when you crave a sweeter taste, gently stir the cotton candy into the coffee to let it melt. Watching the cotton candy dissolve is surprisingly fun and happens almost instantly! If you’d like to experience coffee infused with the sweetness of a melted cotton candy cloud, I highly recommend trying this home cafe recipe. It will make your home cafe moments even more special.
