
Toasted vanilla simple syrup creates a base for this incredibly delicious iced espresso!
Toasted Vanilla Simple Syrup Ingredients:
1 vanilla bean, halved and roughly chopped
1/2 cup water
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Toasted Vanilla Oat Espresso Ingredients:
Ice
2 shots espresso
2 1/2 tablespoons toasted vanilla syrup
1/2 cup unsweetened oat milk
Place the roughly chopped vanilla bean in a small saucepan over medium low heat.
Toast for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add the water, sugar, and vanilla extract into the saucepan.
Stir well.
Bring to a light boil, and reduce heat to low.
Simmer for 10 minutes.
Strain the solids out of the syrup.
Store the syrup into a clean jar, and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Toasted Vanilla Oat Espresso Instructions:
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Add the espresso and vanilla syrup to the shaker.
Shake for 2-3 minutes, or until the container is chilled and is covered in a fine layer of condensation.
Fill a large glass with ice.
Pour the shaken espresso mixture into over the ice, and top with oat milk.
Serve immediately.