Brown Sugar Oat Milk Cortado
If you love the rich, caramel sweetness of a brown sugar oat milk cortado from your favorite coffee shop, you’re in for a treat! In this post, I’m sharing my homemade version of this delicious drink that you can easily recreate at home. It may be a bit different from our last espresso recipe, the Homemade Protein Latte, but it is equally wonderful. I’ll walk you through the steps to make the perfect balance of espresso, brown sugar, and creamy oat milk so you can enjoy a barista-quality cortado whenever you want. Whether you’re a coffee enthusiast or just looking to try something new, this recipe is sure to become one of your favorites. Let’s get started!
Flavor & Taste
I always struggle with this section, but I’d like to think I’m getting better at describing tastes as a non-professional, so here we go…
This flavor is simple and balanced; it has the perfect balance of sweet and rich flavors. The brown sugar adds a warm, caramel-like sweetness that blends beautifully with the boldness of the espresso, just like our popular Espresso Cookie Recipe. If you love a little extra warmth, a dash of cinnamon takes it to the next level, but it’s totally optional if you want to keep it simple. The oat milk brings in a creamy, smooth texture that softens the espresso without overpowering it. You’ll get that satisfying contrast of strong coffee and silky milk in every sip, making it the kind of drink you’ll want to enjoy again and again.
Easy Brown Sugar Oat Milk Cortado Video
Watching the video version of this brown sugar oat milk cortado recipe is a great way to see the process in action! I walk you through each step, so you can follow along and feel confident as you make your own perfect cortado at home. Sometimes it’s easier to pick up on little tips and tricks when you can see them in real time, especially when it comes to things like getting the right froth/texture for your milk or the ideal espresso pull. I’ve got you covered with all the details, so whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned pro, you’ll have everything you need to recreate this coffee shop favorite with ease.
You’ll also get to see the minor spills and messes I make to remind you that we are all indeed human :). If you finish this video and are ready to move on to another tasty recipe, check out our Brown Sugar Latte Recipe!
FULL RECIPE
This recipe is super quick and simple, and you can make small changes to fit your taste preference, including using other forms of milk. Feel free to message me with any questions.
Ingredients
- 1-2 tbsp Brown Sugar
- Double shot of Espresso (or 3 oz very strong coffee)
- 2-3 oz Oat Milk
- Dash of Cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Add 1 tbsp of brown sugar to your Chosen Mug. You can add an extra tbsp if you like it sweeter.
- Brew a double shot of espresso (or 3 oz coffee) and add to your Chosen Mug
- Steam/froth oat milk or heat in small saucepan, and carefully add to the Chosen Mug.
- Mix everything together and add the optional dash of ground cinnamon
Nutrition Info
These nutrition facts are calculated by taking the general recipe info above and it uses 1 tbsp brown sugar and the dash of cinnamon included. If you use an alternate form of milk or change any other ingredients, the nutritional info will change.
Brown Sugar Oat Milk Cortado | Only 3 Ingredients
Equipment
- 1 Chosen Mug
- 1 Espresso Machine – or you can brew coffee
- 1 Frother/Steamer – or small saucepan
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Brown Sugar
- 2 shots Espresso
- 3 oz Oat Milk
- 1 dash Ground Cinnamon – optional
Instructions
- Add 1 tbsp of brown sugar to your Chosen Mug. You can add an extra tbsp if you like it sweeter.
- Brew a double shot of espresso (or 3 oz coffee) and add to your Chosen Mug
- Steam/froth oat milk or heat in small saucepan, and carefully add to the Chosen Mug.
- Mix everything together and add the optional dash of ground cinnamon
