Caffè Leccese

Caffè Leccese is a refreshing Italian iced coffee drink, reimagined for a Keto breakfast. This dish combines the rich flavors of espresso with creamy almond milk and a hint of sweetness, making it both satisfying and low in carbs.

Ingredients

• Espresso - 120 ml (4 oz)
• Unsweetened almond milk - 240 ml (1 cup)
• Monk fruit sweetener - 2 teaspoons (or to taste)
• Ice cubes - as needed
• Almonds, sliced - 30 g (1/4 cup)
• Cinnamon - a pinch

Steps

1. Brew 120 ml of espresso using your preferred method.
2. In a separate container, combine the brewed espresso with the unsweetened almond milk.
3. Add the monk fruit sweetener to the mixture and stir well until dissolved.
4. Fill two glasses with ice cubes and pour the espresso mixture over the ice.
5. Top each glass with sliced almonds and a pinch of cinnamon for garnish.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Caffè Leccese!

Nutrition

• Calories: 80
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 3 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 80 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5.5 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for a Keto diet.
• Rich in antioxidants from coffee and almonds, which may help improve overall health.

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