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Iced Caramel Pumpkin Macchiato

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Iced Caramel Pumpkin Macchiato is delicious fall inspired cold coffee drink made with espresso, vanilla almond milk, pumpkin pie syrup and caramel sauce. 

September is here which means PUMPKIN SPICE EVERYTHING is happening and I can’t lie- I don’t hate it! A favorite Starbucks treat of mine is the Iced Caramel Pumpkin Macchiato off the “secret” fall menu and of course I had to figure out how to make it at home. This coffee beverage is crazy good and perfect for September when it is still too warm outside for hot beverages but offers those comforting flavors like pumpkin and caramel going into the fall season. 

You may also enjoy this recipe for a Homemade Caramel Vanilla Iced Coffee. 

Iced Caramel Pumpkin Macchiato

Iced Caramel Pumpkin Macchiato is strong with espresso to put some pep in your step with a delicious hint of pumpkin pie flavoring and sweet caramel sauce throughout. I prefer to use vanilla almond milk in my macchiatos, however you can substitute for any milk, soy or coconut milk to fit your personal preference. 

How to Make Espresso without the Espresso Machine

You do not need a fancy espresso machine to make this drink. If you do have an espresso machine- great! If not, instant espresso also works. Simply follow the instructions on the back of the label. I have also used instant coffee. No, instant espresso and instant coffee are not the same. Instant espresso is a more concentrated powder. If using instant coffee, place 2 heaping Tablespoons into 2 ounces very hot water and stir until powder is absorbed. The taste is slightly different but works in a pinch. 

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Iced Caramel Pumpkin Macchiato

Iced Caramel Pumpkin Macchiato is delicious fall inspired cold coffee drink made with espresso, vanilla almond milk, pumpkin pie syrup and caramel sauce. 
Course drink
Keyword caramel, coffee, drink, espresso, pumpkin
Prep Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 Macchiato
Author Amber

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons pumpkin pie syrup
  • 1 Tablespoon caramel sauce
  • 3/4 cup vanilla almond milk **
  • 2 shots espresso
  • ice

Instructions

  • Prepare your espresso with either an espresso machine or an instant espresso powder. Two shots of espresso equals 2 fluid ounces.
  • Fill a glass with ice.
  • Add 1 Tablespoon of caramel sauce and 1 1/2 Tablespoons pumpkin pie syrup.
  • Pour 3/4 cup- 1 cup almond milk over top.
  • Pour the espresso shots over top.
  • Stir and drink.

Notes

**You can substitute almond milk for milk of preference. 2% milk, coconut milk and soy are some alternatives. 

Homemade Caramel Vanilla Iced Coffee

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Homemade Caramel Vanilla Iced Coffee is the perfect mixture of vanilla syrup, caramel sauce, strongly brewed coffee and some half-and-half to bring the coffeehouse into your own home. 

My go-to coffeehouse order is an iced coffee with a little creamer and a bit of caramel sauce. No matter the time of year or the weather outside, I love my iced coffee. Iced coffee also happens to be a better option for lower calories and lower sugar than many other menu items. I’m looking at you White Chocolate Mocha (which I also happen to love). This Homemade Caramel Vanilla Iced Coffee is perfect to make at home to not only control what goes in your beverage but also saves you a ton of money. 

Homemade Caramel Vanilla Iced Coffee

Homemade Caramel Vanilla Iced Coffee is absolutely delicious with a strongly brewed coffee (hello motherhood, I am ready), a little caramel sauce for just the right amount of flavor, creamy half-and-half and vanilla syrup. Yes, you can use a sugar free vanilla syrup to cut back on sugar where possible and perhaps save it for a few bites of one of those sprinkled donuts pictured. HEY, you deserve a treat every once in awhile. 

Try this recipe for Banana Oat Muffins to pair with your Homemade Caramel Vanilla Iced Coffee for a great start to any morning! 

What is the difference between iced coffee and cold brew? 

This recipe calls for iced coffee. You simply brew coffee grounds extra strong with hot water as normal and let it cool to room temperature. Make a pitcher for the week and store in the fridge.

Cold brew takes 12-24 hours to make because you actually soak the coffee grounds in cold water. You can absolutely use either technique but I like the iced coffee method a little better because who wants to wait on that brewing process? 


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Caramel Vanilla Iced Coffee

Homemade Caramel Vanilla Iced Coffee is the perfect mixture of vanilla syrup, caramel sauce, strongly brewed coffee and some half-and-half to bring the coffeehouse into your own home. 

Course drink
Keyword coffee
Prep Time 3 minutes
Brew Time 5 minutes
Servings 1 Drink
Author Amber

Ingredients

  • 1 cup coffee strong
  • 1 Tablespoons vanilla syrup
  • 1 Tablespoons caramel sauce
  • 1 Tablespoons half and half
  • ice

Instructions

  • Brew a cup of coffee extra strong. Let cool down.
  • Fill a 16 ounce cup full of ice.
  • Add 1 Tablespoon caramel sauce, 1 Tablespoon vanilla syrup and 1 Tablespoon half-and-half.
  • Fill cup with coffee.
  • Drink up.

Notes

Depending on your preference, you can double the amount of caramel sauce, vanilla syrup and half-and-half for a sweeter treat. 

What is your go-to order at the coffeehouse? Let me know in the comments below and maybe I can recreate the recipe for you soon! 

Caramel Apple Bundt Cake

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Caramel Apple Bundt Cake is a delicious treat made with fresh apples, basic baking ingredients, cinnamon and topped with a drizzle of Torani Caramel Sauce and chopped pecans.

‘Tis the season for baking and I have been creating all sorts of goodies lately, including this Caramel Apple Bundt Cake. I was really craving a seasonal dessert and thought of apples. Since caramel apples are a must right now, why not combine apples with caramel in a cake form? Yea, I couldn’t think of a single reason why that wouldn’t be a good idea either and the final product is crazy good!

What really takes this bundt cake from yum to WOW are the toppings. The crunch of the pecans on top of the moist cake alongside the toasty notes of the creamy Torani Caramel just completes this dessert.

My one stop shop for baking this season is my local Walmart for convenience and great prices. Walmart also offers a great selection of Torani Syrups and Sauces. Everyone knows Torani Syrups can be found across coffee shops all across America, but did you know they also have a line of sauces made with real, simple ingredients like pure cane sugar and natural flavors?

Torani is a third generation family owned business that has been creating authentic coffeehouse flavors for over 90 years.  You can say they know a thing or two about crafting amazing drinks and decadent desserts. Some great ways to use Torani Sauces include:

  • Mochas
  • Drizzled on cheesecake and other desserts.
  • Hot Chocolate
  • Cocktails
  • Cappuccinos
  • Whatever your heart desires.
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Caramel Apple Bundt Cake

Caramel, cinnamon, and fresh apples. It is okay to do a happy dance thinking about this Caramel Apple Bundt Cake – it is totally worth the little happy foodie cake dance (I know you have one too). Not to mention, this cake is beautiful! It is the type of dessert that you expect to see at grandmas house during the holidays that smells amazing and you just know a lot of love when into baking it. 

RECOMMENDATION

I think you will be pleasantly surprised how easy this cake is to pull together. The one thing I recommend doing is to use a silicone bundt cake pan. I switched to silicone about a year ago and it takes the stress out bundt cakes. You won’t have to cross your fingers when it is time to remove the cake from the pan because it won’t stick with the silicone. Say hello to a perfectly formed bundt cake!

TIPS

I have just a couple tips for creating the perfect Caramel Apple Bundt Cake and that is to squeeze out some of that excess water from the grated apples. That extra moisture can weigh down the cake and make it dense but we want moist, fluffy cake so once those apples are peeled and grated, place the pieces into a kitchen towel and give a squeeze over a sink or a bowl.

My second tip is to add your toppings right before serving this cake. This moist cake wants to suck in all the delicious sauce you pour over top. To keep the cake looking gorgeous for serving, add the Torani Caramel Sauce and chopped pecans right before cutting.

Let us get baking now!

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Caramel Apple Bundt Cake is a delicious treat made with fresh apples, basic baking ingredients, cinnamon and topped with a drizzle of Torani Caramel Sauce and chopped pecans. 

  • non-stick spray to coat pan
  • 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • .5 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1.5 cups brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon, ground
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup butter, room temperature
  • 4 eggs
  • 3 cups granny smith apples, peeled and grated (I used 6 apples)
  • .5 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1 cup Torani Caramel Sauce
  • Also try a drizzle of Torani White Chocolate Sauce (optional)
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together the room temperature softened butter with brown sugar. Use a hand or stand mixer to beat until creamy.
  3. Add in the eggs, beat again.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt. Add to the butter mixture and beat until the batter is creamy and smooth.
  5. Peel and grate 3 cups of apples.
  6. Place the grated apple into a kitchen towel and squeeze out the excess liquid.
  7. Add the apples to batter and fold them in.
  8. Spray the fluted tube pan. I used a 9.5 inch silicone bundt cake pan.
  9. Cook for 50 minutes are until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
  10. Let cool for 10 minutes, then flip out the cake pan.
  11. Let cool another 20 minutes minimal. Before serving, drizzle with Torani Caramel Sauce and sprinkle chopped pecans over top. Also try Torani White Chocolate Sauce for extra flavor!

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What are your favorite ways to use Torani sauces? Let me know in the comments.

 

 

Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie

Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie

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The Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie is delicious mix of almond milk, frozen banana, yogurt, oats, espresso, protein powder, COFFEE-MATE® Coconut Caramel Latte Liquid Coffee Creamer and a dollop of Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping to help make summer mornings a little sweeter.

Summer has just began and we are on a path for some steaming hot weather the next few months. One of my favorite ways to stay cool during the summer is with breakfast smoothies like our Strawberry Vanilla Smoothie! A refreshing drink to start the morning is just what one needs to beat this summer heat.

Walmart is my one stop shop for everything I need to cool off this summer, starting with all my ingredients for a Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie.

Ingredients needed for your Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie:

  • Almond milk
  • Yogurt, plain
  • Old fashioned oats
  • Bananas
  • Caramel sauce
  • Coconut
  • Coffee
  • COFFEE-MATE® Coconut Caramel Latte Liquid Coffee Creamer
  • Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping
  • Protein powder(optional)

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  • COFFEE-MATE® Toasted Marshmallow Mocha Liquid Coffee Creamer would make an awesome frosting on top of espresso brownies for a treat with an energy boost.

Looking for classic flavors? You can always find your favorite COFFEE-MATE® flavors such as French Vanilla, Italian Sweet Cream or Hazelnut at Walmart in the refrigerator section to bring the coffeehouse flavor right to your own kitchen.

No summer smoothie, milkshake or treat is complete without a dollop of extra fun with Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping made from real cream. You just add a little and enjoy a lot.

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Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie

Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie has my favorite morning foods like banana, coffee and almond milk blended into a super tasty smoothie with COFFEE-MATE® Coconut Caramel Latte Liquid Coffee Creamer and Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping for a dollop of fun.

Creating this smoothie begins with brewing your favorite coffee. You can either make espresso or extra strong brew and let it cool. Once the coffee has cooled, pour into an ice cube tray. Place the tray into freezer for at least 2 hours or until completely frozen. Also, prep the banana by peeling, slicing and placing into freezer. It is best to prep the night before and make extra to enjoy all week long.

Once the coffee and banana is frozen, you can create your Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie. Place the frozen coffee cubes, banana, almond milk, oats, yogurt and COFFEE-MATE® Coconut Caramel Latte Liquid Coffee Creamer into blender. Blend until smooth and pour into a glass with a caramel and coconut rim. The recipe below is for two servings so take a glass to a neighbor to share or cut recipe in half.

This isn’t complete without a dollop of Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping. Grab yourself a straw and enjoy every sip.

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The Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie is delicious mix of almond milk, frozen banana, yogurt, oats, espresso, protein powder, COFFEE-MATE® Coconut Caramel Latte Liquid Coffee Creamer and a dollop of Reddi-wip Whipped Topping that help make summer mornings a little sweeter.

  • 1 cup almond milk
  • 1/4 cup old fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup yogurt, plain
  • 1 banana, frozen
  • 1/2 cup espresso, frozen
  • 2 tablespoons COFFEE-MATE® Coconut Caramel Latte Liquid Coffee Creamer
  • 1 scoop protein powder (optional)
  • Garnish
  • dollop of Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping
  • coconut
  • caramel sauce
  1. Brew espresso or extra strong coffee.
  2. Let coffee cool and pour into ice cube trays. Let freeze for 2+ hours.
  3. Peel and slice a banana. Place banana slices in freezer for 2+ hours.
  4. Place frozen banana, coffee ice cubes, oats, almond milk, yogurt, COFFEE-MATE® Coconut Caramel Latte Liquid Coffee Creamer and protein powder into blender. Blend until smooth.
  5. Garnish a glass with a caramel sauce rim and coconut flakes.
  6. Pour the Coconut Caramel Latte Breakfast Smoothie into glass.
  7. Top with a dollop of Reddi-wip Original Whipped Topping.

What other amazing recipes will you create this summer with COFFEE-MATE and a dollop of Reddi-wip? A decadent milkshake? A fruity smoothie? Let me know in the comments below and make sure to click HERE for more recipe inspiration.

Cinnamon Caramel Latte

Cinnamon Caramel Latte

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Cinnamon Caramel Latte made easily at home with a cinnamon simple syrup, freshly brewed coffee of choice and International Delight® One Touch Latte™ Caramel. Bring in the Fall by turning that daily cup of coffee into a simple, delicious latte with froth to obsess over.

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This Fall has been an odd one for weather. It has felt like summer here in Cincinnati but that crisp, cool breeze has been making an appearance more and more. The big cozy sweaters, warm boots, stacks of firewood, and chunky throw blankets are out and ready for use. Comfort foods and drinks have been on my mind and this Cinnamon Caramel Latte hits the spot.

I picked up everything I needed for this Cinnamon Caramel Latte at my local Walmart. International Delight® One Touch Latte™ can be found in the refrigerated section next to milk and coffee creamer. One Touch Latte™ comes in crazy good flavors like Caramel, Vanilla and Mocha. Caramel is needed for today but I recommend trying all the fabulous flavors. You will be able to get seven uses from one can. Coffee, cinnamon sticks and sugar will also be needed to complete this recipe.

One Touch Latte™ Steps

Let’s get started! Here are the 3 easy steps to master your One Touch Latte™ :

  1. Fill your mug 2/3 full with your favorite coffee.
  2. Shake the One Touch Latte™ can.
  3. Press and hold the can above coffee to cream to desired sweetness and enjoy! Press hard for frothy latte. Press it, press it real good!
Cinnamon Caramel Latte steps are shown separately later in post.

Check out the video below to achieve that perfect froth!

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Cinnamon Caramel Latte

Now that you know how to create the perfect latte for this Fall season from the comfort of your home, let’s add some cinnamon to the mix! Try a Cinnamon Caramel Latte using One Touch Latte™ in Caramel and a cinnamon simple syrup.

To get the cinnamon flavoring, I recommend using a cinnamon simple syrup for a smoother drink. With a couple basic ingredients, you can prepare your very own. Start with a cup of water, one cup of sugar and a cinnamon stick. Bring to a boil on the stovetop. Remove from heat and let cinnamon steep for one hour. Place cinnamon simple syrup in a sealable container to be used as needed.

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Just add two extra steps from the One Touch Latte™ tutorial above for a Cinnamon Caramel Latte:

  1. Fill your mug 2/3 full with your favorite coffee.
  2. Add 1 tablespoon cinnamon simple syrup.
  3. Shake the One Touch Latte™ can.
  4. Press and hold the can above coffee to cream to desired sweetness.
  5. Add a cinnamon stick for garnish if you would like and enjoy!

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Having guests this holiday season? Create an inviting coffee bar area featuring International Delight® One Touch Latte™ in Caramel, Vanilla and Mocha. Set out the cinnamon simple syrup and a fresh pot of coffee. A roaring fire in the fireplace would be the cherry on top to enjoy company this Fall with a warm latte in hand.

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Cinnamon Caramel Latte made easily at home with a homemade cinnamon simple syrup, freshly brewed coffee of choice and International Delight® One Touch Latte’™ Caramel.

  • Cinnamon Simple Syrup
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • Cinnamon Caramel Latte
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon simple syrup
  • 2/3 mug freshly brewed coffee
  • International Delight® One Touch Latte'™ Caramel
  • Cinnamon stick garnish (optional)
  1. Make the simple syrup by adding 1 cup water, 1 cup sugar and 1 cinnamon stick to a pot on a medium heat. Bring to a boil and let steep for 1 hour. Remove cinnamon stick. Place in a sealable container and use when needed.
  2. Brew your favorite coffee.
  3. Fill mug 2/3 full. Leave room for froth.
  4. Add 1 tablespoon cinnamon simple syrup.
  5. Shake International Delight® One Touch Latte'™ Caramel.
  6. Press into coffee for 5 seconds.
  7. Garnish with a cinnamon stick.

Turn everyday coffee into a sweet, frothy latte!

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Making Time for Yourself Daily {+Mocha Latte Recipe}

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Making Time for Yourself Daily with help from International Delight® One Touch Latte™. I am super excited to be teaming up with International Delight® because I am a long time fan and this is the first frothing coffee creamer! This product has not even hit the shelves yet! Don’t worry though, Walmart will have it in the next couple weeks.

 

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I am a busy mom. I need caffeine in my life. Every single day.  I need caffeine or the moving, talking, cleaning, working, overall functioning does not get accomplished. More importantly than getting an energy boost, I need a moment to myself! Even if it just 10 minutes of lounging in the morning and sipping an amazing frothy latte in peace and quiet before the chaos of the day begins.

Life is hectic. Two kids, 2 dogs, a ferret, a husband and a to do list that is literally never ending. I am the family maid, chauffer, taxi, dog walker, accountant, chef, dry cleaner, dog groomer, decorator,  tutor, sitter and a dozen other occupations all rolled into one (also referred to as a mom). I frequently have to remind myself to take a moment for myself. I don’t need a weekend alone in the Bahamas or anything… well, that actually sounds pretty good now that I mention it.

No, I need just a moment of “me” time. A moment to sit in silence or do something I love without a one year old tugging on me and screaming “MAMA MAMA MAMA” while the dogs bark and my oldest telling me that his life is over because the internet has been down for 2 minutes. I just want to get dinner on the table in time for my husband without stepping on a Lego in the middle of the kitchen. Why does a lonesome Lego always end up in the middle of the kitchen anyway? Why does my foot always find it? Who knows. Maybe that’s just my life.

 

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I did a little research before starting this tutorial. Uh yeah, “research”, so I went to a few local coffee shops test some lattes so I could have a fresh perspective. Let me tell you, this is the honest truth when I say making it at home with the One Touch Latte™ out beat them all! Plus, each can will get you 7 lattes which is a steal! I’m going to save so much money and with only three simple steps, I’m already addicted!

Some ideas on how you make time for yourself everyday with help from International Delight One Touch Latte™ :

  • Make a latte at home and relax while reading a magazine or book.
  • Make a large latte and head out to get a pedicure at your favorite salon.
  • Put bubbles in the bath after the kids go to bed and make a chai tea vanilla latte to sip on while you soak.
  • Curl up in a comfy chair and check your social media accounts while drinking your morning latte.
  • Do some online shopping while drinking a latte and buy a little something for yourself. It’s okay, you deserve it!
  • Take a mini “vacation”. In my world this “vacation” would be going to Walmart to do some grocery shopping and browsing around with a latte in my face without any children hanging on me or husband throwing junk food in the cart. Oh yes, it’s so about the little things in life.
  • Sip a latte as you head to a yoga class.

 

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Let’s get started! Go to your local Walmart and pick up International Delight One Touch Latte™ in Mocha. Grab the caramel and vanilla flavors too while you are there because you will want them for later! Pick up some cocoa for your heart design.  Walmart literally has everything so super simple task here.

 

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My dear husband, Aaron, helped me out today to show you all how to make a Mocha Latte using International Delight One Touch Latte™.  How cute is he in the apron? Haha, I promised I would crop his face out and I kept my promise but he’s adorable. I’m getting distracted now. Back to the latte. So Aaron brewed a pot of coffee and filled a mug 2/3 full.

 

 

Next, shake the can of Mocha One Touch Latte™, remove cap and press into liquid. Hold for 5-7 seconds. If you hold the tip too far away from the liquid, it will end up more like a whip cream, which we do not want. In the above video, notice the liquid spray from the can is being pressed down into the coffee mixing your flavoring in and giving you that amazing latte froth.

 

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For the heart template, grab a piece of paper and scissors. Cut a small heart shape and done. Place the heart template on top of mug and sprinkle the cocoa powder. This is optional, of course. Just nice to add a little pizazz.

Have your loved one deliver to you in bed with a book. Maybe I am day dreaming again. Good luck on the delivering in bed deal but hey, it’s worth a shot.

 

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I have been drinking these lattes all week long.  Here are my 3 favorite ways to drink it up:

  1. Chai Tea Vanilla Latte. Fill mug with hot water 2/3 full. Add chai tea bag and let seep for 5 minutes. Add the Vanilla One Touch and sprinkle a little cinnamon. Hello warm bubble bath and Chai Tea Vanilla Latte. This latte smells incredible!
  2. Mocha Latte. As shown in the above tutorial.
  3. Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate Latte. My son was getting jealous of all my latte drinking so I came up with a drink for him. Plus, needed to show off my new found Barista skills. Pour hot water into a mug filling 2/3 full, mix in your favorite hot chocolate packet mixture, sprinkle a pinch of sea salt (sea salt goes a long way so just a pinch), and then add the Caramel One Touch.

 

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  • freshly brewed coffee
  • pinch cocoa powder
  • 1/3 mug full International Delight® One-Touch Latte™ in Mocha
  1. Brew some fresh coffee.
  2. Cut a small heart shape in a piece of paper to use later.
  3. Pour coffee into a mug filling 2/3 full. Leave room for your froth.
  4. Shake Mocha flavored One Touch Latte can.
  5. Squeeze tip of can into liquid for 5-7 seconds.
  6. Place your heart template over mug.
  7. Sprinkle a pinch of cocoa powder on top, remove heart template when finished.
  8. Enjoy your Mocha Latte!

 

How do you make time for yourself daily? If you don’t make time for you, how can you take 10 minutes for yourself starting today?

 

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7 Non-Alcoholic New Year Eve Drinks

Good bye to 2016 and hello 2017! Here is a round up of 7 awesome drinks that are non-alcoholic and kid friendly to celebrate New Years whatever your plans may be!

Need some ideas for drinks with alcohol too? Try the round up for 9 Cocktails for the Best New Years Eve Yet! Keep in mind that many of the drinks listed here before can easily be spiked!

 

 

Cinnamon Pear cider from Savory Tooth that you can drink hot or cold for a perfect holiday beverage.

 

Shirley Temple Mocktail from Baking Beauty. Simple, fun drink that can also be spiked for the adults.

Ginger Lime Fizz from Renee Nicole’s Kitchen. I haven’t had a drink like this before but it looks delicious and so simple to make!

Punch for a Bunch from Live, laugh, and Craft. Make a big bowl and let people serve themselves so you don’t have to play bartender all night long!

Raspberry Coconut Cream Dr. Pepper is another great non alcoholic party drink from Live, Laugh, and Craft.

Virgin Bloody Mary recipe from Slap Dash Mom. We all know this one can also be delish spiked for those that need an alcoholic version.

Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate from here at Simply Made Recipes to make sure you all stay warm for New Years.

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Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate

Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate is delicious mix of milk chocolate chips, caramel sauce, sea salt, heavy cream, and whole milk topped with a dollop of whipped cream and drizzle of caramel. Stove top and crock pot instructions given!

My son is a huge fan of the Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate from Starbucks. I decided instead of paying that coffeehouse price to try it at home. Let me tell you, this hot beverage is a huge hit and amazing treat for the entire family on a chilly day. Thank you Starbucks for this recipe inspiration! 

You may also enjoy this Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate for another great hot chocolate option!

Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate

Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate is thick and super creamy with loads of chocolate and sweet caramel flavor. The cool whipped cream is perfect on top and an extra drizzle of caramel sauce just seems necessary! This chocolaty treat is decadent and warms up the body in cold weather. You will want to curl up in a fuzzy blanket by the fireplace with mug of this hot chocolate in hand. 

Tips & Tricks

Cook How You Want

Cook this on the stove top or in the crock-pot! I personally love the slow cooker because you can just toss the ingredients in and venture out to the pumpkin patch or go sledding with the kids on a snowy day (hey, snow is coming quick!) and walk into the house with something to warm the bellies.

Toppings

I love to top this Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate with caramel sauce and whipped cream. You can also do a sprinkle of sea salt if you are a salt person, mini chocolate chips or chocolate syrup. Another great topping are those little chunks of chocolate which can be achieved by simply taking a zester to a bar of chocolate. 

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Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate

Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate is delicious mix of milk chocolate chips, caramel sauce, sea salt, heavy cream, and whole milk topped with a dollop of whipped cream and drizzle of caramel. 

Course drink
Keyword caramel, chocolate, crockpot, fall
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Author Amber

Ingredients

  • 2 cups milk chocolate chips
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup caramel sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Toppings

  • whipped cream
  • caramel sauce

Instructions

Stove Top

  • Place all ingredients into the pan and place on a medium heat until it begins to simmer.
  • Use the whisk to blend the mixture until creamy, smooth and the chocolate is completely melted.
  • Serve salted caramel hot chocolate in your favorite mug, top with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce. You can also garnish with extra sea salt and extra chocolate.

Crock Pot

  • Place ingredients into crock-pot and cook on low for about 2 hours or until the chocolate is melted.
  • Whisk well and serve with whipped cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.

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