Creamy Ube Latte Recipe

Introduction

The ube latte is a vibrant and creamy drink that combines the sweet, nutty flavor of ube halaya with smooth milk. Perfect for a cozy morning or a refreshing iced treat, this latte is both comforting and unique.

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons ube halaya (purple yam jam)
• 1 cup milk (any type you prefer)
• Sweetener to taste (sugar, honey, or syrup)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat the milk gently on the stove or in a microwave until warm but not boiling.
2. Step 2: Whisk in the ube halaya until fully combined and smooth.
3. Step 3: Add sweetener to taste, stirring well to dissolve.
4. Step 4: Serve the latte warm, or pour over ice for a refreshing iced version.

Tips & Variations

• For a richer flavor, use whole milk or a creamy plant-based alternative like coconut milk.
• Adjust the sweetness depending on your preference or skip it if your ube halaya is already sweetened.
• Add a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla extract to enhance the aroma.

Storage

Store any leftover ube latte in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, stirring well before serving. For the best texture, it’s recommended to prepare fresh servings when possible.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen ube instead of ube halaya?

Frozen ube can be used but may require cooking and sweetening before mixing with milk, as ube halaya is already prepared and sweetened.

Is this drink suitable for vegans?

Yes, by using plant-based milk and ensuring the ube halaya contains no dairy, this latte can easily be made vegan-friendly.

Creamy Ube Latte Recipe

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A creamy and vibrant Ube Latte made with purple yam jam, milk, and sweetener. This comforting drink can be enjoyed warm or iced, offering a unique twist on the traditional latte with the naturally sweet and earthy flavors of ube.

• Author: Yana
• Prep Time: 3 minutes
• Cook Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 8 minutes
• Yield: 1 serving 1x
• Category: Beverage
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Filipino
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Ube Latte Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons ube halaya (purple yam jam)
• 1 cup milk (whole milk or your choice of dairy/non-dairy milk)
• 1 to 2 teaspoons sweetener (sugar, honey, or preferred sweetener)

Instructions

1. Heat the Milk: In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm 1 cup of milk until it’s hot but not boiling, about 3-5 minutes.
2. Whisk in Ube Halaya: Add 2 tablespoons of ube halaya to the warm milk and whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and the ube is fully incorporated.
3. Sweeten to Taste: Stir in 1 to 2 teaspoons of your preferred sweetener until dissolved, adjusting based on your sweetness preference.
4. Serve: Pour the ube latte into a cup. You may enjoy it warm or pour over ice for a refreshing iced ube latte.

Notes

• Use whole milk for a creamier texture or substitute with almond, oat, or soy milk for a dairy-free option.
• Adjust the sweetness depending on your preference or the sweetness of the ube halaya used.
• For an extra frothy latte, froth the milk before mixing in the ube.
• Ube halaya can usually be found in Asian grocery stores or made at home from boiled purple yam.

Keywords: Ube Latte, Purple Yam Latte, Filipino Drink, Ube Halaya Drink, Warm Beverage, Iced Ube Latte