Campfire Cinnamon Maple Latte
Warm up chilly mornings with this campfire-brewed cinnamon maple latte—perfectly creamy and subtly sweet, with a hint of spice and real maple syrup. This drink brings premium café comfort to the woods.
Equipment
- Small pot
- metal whisk
- Campfire grate
- Mugs
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk or oat milk for vegan
- 2 shots espresso or 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup pure, for sweetness
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
- to taste ground nutmeg for topping
Instructions
- Place the pot over a medium campfire and add the milk.
- Heat milk gently, whisking frequently, until steaming but not boiling (about 5 minutes).
- Whisk in maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract if using.
- Remove from heat. Pour hot espresso or coffee into each mug.
- Top each with the hot cinnamon maple milk, whisking or frothing if desired.
- Sprinkle a pinch of nutmeg over each latte before serving.
Notes
Keep the pot moving to avoid scorching the milk. Brew espresso or strong coffee using a camp-friendly press or moka pot. Use a campfire grate for steady heat. Rinse equipment promptly to prevent milk residue sticking.