Description

Did you know that “tiramisu” literally translates to “pick me up” in Italian? Well, get ready for the ultimate coffee pick-me-up! As a coffee enthusiast who’s spent 5 years perfecting gourmet coffee recipes, I couldn’t be more excited to share this one. With #tiramisulatte generating over 12 million TikTok views in 2024, this Italian-inspired coffee drink has become the hottest cafe trend – and I’ve cracked the code to making it at home!

Ingredients

Scale

For the Italian Latte Base:

Double shot espresso (2 oz) – fresh is best!
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder (trust me on this one)
1 cup milk (whole milk creates the dreamiest texture)
1 teaspoon raw sugar (adjust to taste – I like mine less sweet)
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract

For that Dreamy Mascarpone Cream:

1 tablespoon mascarpone cheese (room temp is crucial!)
2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream (keep it cold!)
2 teaspoons powdered sugar
Extra cocoa powder for dusting (because presentation matters!)

Equipment Needed:

Espresso machine OR alternative brewing method
Milk frother (or a jar with a tight lid – I’ll show you my shake method!)
Small whisk
Your favorite coffee mug

Instructions

Step-by-Step Coffee Drink Assembly

1. The Perfect Espresso Base

I can’t stress this enough – starting with great espresso changes everything! Here’s what I do:

Pull your double shot (2 oz). The crema should be golden brown!
Immediately (this is key!) whisk in the cocoa powder
No espresso machine? No problem – check my alternative methods below

2. That Luxurious Mascarpone Cream

This is what makes our drink special! Here’s my foolproof method:

Combine your room temp mascarpone (seriously, don’t skip this step), cold cream, and powdered sugar
Shake or whisk until you get soft peaks
Stop before it gets too stiff – we want it to blend beautifully with the drink

3. Perfect Milk Preparation

Here’s where barista technique makes all the difference:

Mix your milk, sugar, and vanilla
Heat and froth until it’s steamy and slightly foamy
Pro tip: Keep the foam minimal – we want room for that gorgeous mascarpone topping!

4. The Art of Assembly

Time to bring our Italian coffee masterpiece together:

Pour that rich espresso-cocoa base into your favorite mug
Add the steamed milk slowly – watch those beautiful coffee layers form!
Crown it with your mascarpone cream
Finish with a light dusting of cocoa powder (so Instagram-worthy!)

Prep Time: 5
Cook Time: 5

Nutrition

Calories: 533
Sugar: 23
Fat: 40
Carbohydrates: 30
Protein: 13