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Saffron Latte
Is a sophisticated and elegant beverage perfect for any time of day. This creamy, frothy plate is made with whole milk for a rich and luxurious base, as well as espresso for a bold and satisfying flavor. Additionally, saffron threads are added to add an exotic and beautiful touch, creating a bright golden-orange hue that is sure to entice your senses.
Saffron latte ingredients
- Pinch of saffron threads (15 threads)
- 1 cardamom pod
- 2 cups of milk of choice
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1 tbsp honey
Saffron latte recipe
Let’s start heating up your favorite milk, it could be whatever you want . You can use a saucepan and heat it on your stove on medium heat. Grind the saffron and the inside of the cardamom pod in your mortar and pestle.
Once the milk comes to a boiling point, lower the heat and add the organic saffron, cardamom and honey. Stir well. Pour into your cup and use a milk frother for foam. This recipe just takes 10 minutos and you're going to taste a totally different flavor.
Actually you can use brewed coffee in this recipe if you're looking for a twist. But, if you don’t have the things to make an espresso coffee at home, you can brew a nice cup of coffee and use it for this recipe. The best way to brew a powerful cup of coffee is by using medium to dark roasted coffee beans and using a bit more coffee than your regular coffee brew.
For a nicely balanced drink, use the same amount of coffee and saffron-infused milk. The infused saffron milk can be used in different recipes, you can’t lose the taste in this one.
Saffron latte benefits
First of all can lower blood pressure, saffron is said to be able to reduce levels of bad cholesterol that can also compromise heart health. It’s a powerful spice that can lower blood pressure. Also Is a simple way to boost your metabolism and energy levels, saffron contains a high level of iron that stimulates blood circulation allowing your body to improve circulation.
Saffron actually contains a considerable amount of manganese which helps regulate sugar levels and improves your mood especially if you integrate it as a regular part of your diet, this
helps with mild anxiety because saffron contains stimulating production hormones that help with feelings of calm and happiness.
Saffron latte nutrition facts
This drink only contains 30 calories, 5 g of carbohydrates and 1 g of fat without protein, it is the perfect dessert to crown another of the fantastic saffron recipes that we have on this page.
Be careful of saffron adulterations because these imitations could be dangerous for health, for non risk in Moonflowers organic saffron is your very best option.
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