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café au lait twist

Café au Lait Twist

A creamy, smooth café au lait with a hint of vanilla, adding a delightful twist to this classic French coffee drink. Perfect for a cozy morning pick-me-up.
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Course beverage
Cuisine French
Servings 3 People
Calories 150 kcal

Equipment

  • Coffee maker or French press
  • Saucepan
  • Measuring spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup strong brewed coffee
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Brew a cup of strong coffee using your preferred method.
  • Heat the milk in a saucepan over low heat until warm but not boiling.
  • Stir in sugar and vanilla extract until fully dissolved.
  • Pour the warm milk mixture into the brewed coffee and stir to combine.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy a rich, aromatic Café au Lait with a Twist.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, use almond or oat milk. Adjust the sweetness to taste or use honey as a natural sweetener. Add a sprinkle of cinnamon or cocoa powder on top for extra flavor.
Keyword café au lait, Caramel vanilla coffee, coffee with milk, easy coffee recipes, French coffee, morning coffee