Café au Lait Végétal

Café au Lait Végétal is a creamy vegan twist on the classic French breakfast drink, combining rich plant-based milk with robust coffee for a delightful morning experience. Perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness and warmth, it energizes your day while being entirely dairy-free.

Ingredients

• Coffee - 200 ml (freshly brewed)
• Almond milk - 200 ml (unsweetened)
• Maple syrup - 1 tablespoon
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cocoa powder - 1 teaspoon (optional for a chocolatey twist)
• Cornstarch - 1 teaspoon (for thickening, optional)
• Chia seeds - 1 tablespoon (for added nutrition)
• Dark chocolate shavings - 1 tablespoon (for garnish, optional)

Steps

1. Brew 200 ml of your favorite coffee using your preferred method.
2. In a small saucepan, combine the almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and cinnamon. If using, add cocoa powder and cornstarch.
3. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently until it's warm and slightly thickened (about 3-5 minutes). Do not let it boil.
4. Once heated, remove from heat and stir in the chia seeds, allowing them to absorb some liquid and expand.
5. In two cups, pour equal amounts of the brewed coffee, followed by the warm almond milk mixture.
6. Garnish with dark chocolate shavings if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 50 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 3 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants from coffee and dark chocolate.
• Contains healthy fats and fiber from chia seeds and almond milk.

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