Description
Celebrate Mardi Gras with a King Cake Latte & Truffles, inspired by the sweet and spiced flavors of New Orleans’ famous king cake! This festive duo features a cinnamon-vanilla latte topped with whipped cream and colorful sugar sprinkles, paired with rich, creamy truffles made from crushed king cake and white chocolate. A perfect treat for coffee lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike!
Ingredients
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Latte:
- 1 shot espresso
- 1 cup steamed milk
- 1 tbsp vanilla syrup
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Whipped cream
- Green, purple, and gold sugar sprinkles
Truffles:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups crushed king cake
- 1/2 cup white chocolate, melted
- Green, purple, and gold sugar for garnish
Instructions
King Cake Latte:
- Brew 1 shot of espresso and mix it with vanilla syrup and cinnamon.
- Pour steamed milk over the espresso and stir gently.
- Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of green, purple, and gold sugar for a festive finish.
King Cake Truffles:
- In a bowl, mix softened cream cheese with crushed king cake until fully combined.
- Roll the mixture into bite-sized balls and place on a parchment-lined tray.
- Dip each truffle into melted white chocolate, then roll in Mardi Gras-colored sugar sprinkles.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour before serving.
Notes
- Add a caramel drizzle on the latte for extra richness.
- For a boozy twist, mix a splash of rum or bourbon into the truffle mixture.
- Store truffles in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
