Café con Leche is a classic Puerto Rican coffee drink that combines strong coffee with steamed milk, resulting in a rich and flavorful beverage. This beloved drink is a staple in many Puerto Rican households and is a popular way to start the day or enjoy a mid-afternoon pick-me-up.
In this article, we'll share three delightful recipes for Café con Leche, each with its unique twist. From the traditional preparation to variations featuring condensed milk and spices, these recipes cater to a range of tastes and preferences. Get ready to savor the smooth, creamy texture and robust coffee flavor of Café con Leche, a true taste of Puerto Rican culture.
CAFE CON LECHE, PUERTO RICAN CAFE LATTE
Traditional cafe latte puerto rican style. This is enjoyed as part of breakfast, in which french or italian bread is dipped in the hot coffee. You can add a bit more sugar or coffee to fit your tastes.
Provided by chef FIFI
Categories Beverages
Time 6m
Yield 1-2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan.
- Bring to a boil.
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.8, Fat 13.4, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 51.2, Sodium 181.3, Carbohydrate 27.6, Sugar 8.4, Protein 12.7
CAFE CON LECHE FLAN
Combining Cafe con Leche and Flan seemed like a no-brainer. It's a rich coffe-caramel custard, and irresistable finale to an good Tex-Mex meal, or jsut about anything else.
Provided by ValkyrieQueen
Categories Dessert
Time 45m
Yield 8 flans, 1 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350; place 8 (6 ounce) custard cups or ramekins in a large baking dish.
- Place sugar, water, and corn syrup in a heavy medium saucepan. Heat over a medium to medium-high heat, swirling saucepan to let sugar dissolve evenly. Continue to cook, without stirring, until the sugar turns a deep caramel in color.
- Immediately remove from heat; pour hot caramel into bottoms of custard cups/ramekins.
- place eggs and egg yolks in a large bowl; beat at medium speed until smooth.
- Add milk, sweetened condensed milk, espresso powder, and cinnamon; beat until throughly blended. Pour evenly into the custard ups/ramekins.
- Add enough hot water into the baking dish to come halfway up the sides of the ramekins (water bath); cover with foil.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until custards are set but still quiverly like gelatine.
- Remove from oven; place on wire racks to cool to room temperature. Refrigerate until cold, preferably overnight. (Flan can be made up to 2 days in advance).
- To serve: run a knife with a thin blade around the edges to loosen custard from teh sides of the cup. INvert onto serving plates, shaking slightly to release custard and caramel.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1665.4, Fat 66.5, SaturatedFat 31.6, Cholesterol 1527.6, Sodium 737.7, Carbohydrate 208.3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 155.8, Protein 62.9
CAFE LATTE MIX
This recipe has to be powdered in a blender. The vanilla makes things clumpy because it is a liquid, and the heaviness of the sugar makes it sink to the bottom while the coffee creamer rises to the top. Blending the mixture, takes care of all of these problems.
Provided by Annacia
Categories High Protein
Time 5m
Yield 1 2/3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Measure all of the ingredients (even the vanilla) into a blender container.
- Put the lid on.
- Process the mixture for about a minute, or until it is all powdery smooth, and the texture is even.
- Store in a container with a good lid.
- Makes 1- 2/3 cups of mix.
- To Prepare:.
- Combine 3/4 cup of boiling water and 2 to 3 tablespoons of the mix.
- Stir to dissolve and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 646.2, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 14.4, Sodium 446.3, Carbohydrate 104.1, Sugar 93.5, Protein 30.6
Tips:
- Use freshly ground coffee beans for the best flavor.
- Heat the milk until it is just below boiling, but do not boil it.
- Froth the milk until it is light and airy.
- Add the coffee to the milk and stir gently.
- Serve immediately with a sprinkle of cinnamon or chocolate shavings.
Conclusion:
Cafe con leche is a delicious and easy-to-make coffee drink that is perfect for any occasion. It is a popular drink in Puerto Rico and many other Latin American countries. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious cafe con leche at home.
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