Ingredients
Scale
1 shot espresso or 1/4 cup strong coffee
3/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
1 tbsp mascarpone cheese
1 tsp maple syrup or condensed milk
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Cocoa powder (for dusting)
Crushed ladyfingers (optional)
Instructions
1. Brew your espresso or strong coffee and set aside.
2. Whisk mascarpone, vanilla, and syrup in a small bowl until smooth.
3. Warm the milk gently without boiling.
4. Froth the milk until foamy using a whisk or milk frother.
5. Combine espresso and mascarpone mix in a mug.
6. Pour frothed milk over the mixture slowly.
7. Dust with cocoa and garnish with ladyfingers if desired.
Notes
You can use oat or almond milk for a dairy-free version.
Cinnamon or chocolate syrup makes a nice flavor twist.
Pairs well with shortbread cookies or light cakes.