Coconut Caramel Macchiato
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Coconut Caramel Macchiato is an easy, coconut milk macchiato with espresso and silky caramel syrup. It’s dairy free indulgence!
I’m a coffee fanatic….I admit it. I have espresso every morning with a splash of milk, or I enjoy Cold Brew when it’s hot out. That’s pretty much the way it goes day in and day out, which may sound a bit boring to some of you.
I don’t normally indulge in flavored coffee drinks, but from time to time I do love to treat myself and enjoy one….especially when it’s homemade. This Coconut Caramel Macchiato is just that — an indulgent, homemade coffee drink that doubles as a pick-me-up and a treat.
It’s quite the multi-tasker. 🙂
This coconut milk macchiato merges 3 of my favorite flavors — espresso, coconut, and caramel. It really doesn’t get much better than this! The inspiration for this entire drink came from Tate+Lyle® Caramel Pure Cane Syrup, which is silky smooth with an incredible caramel flavor.
And if you know me at all, you know I love my caramel. 🙂
If you’re not familiar with these syrups, they artfully blend pure cane sugar and true vanilla, caramel or hazelnut flavor.
There are 4 delicious flavors to choose from: Hazelnut Pure Cane Syrup, Caramel Pure Cane Syrup, Vanilla Pure Cane Syrup, and Zero Calorie Vanilla Syrup.
You can enjoy cafe-style coffee and beverages at home with these gourmet beverage syrups. Not only are they delicious in coffee drinks, but the velvety smooth taste and sweet aroma of vanilla, hazelnut, or caramel are also wonderful in teas, sodas, smoothies, and cocktails. These gourmet beverage syrups are a nice way to reward yourself with a delicious hot or cold beverage customized to suit your taste.
For the milk, I chose refrigerated coconut milk, but you can use canned coconut milk as well. Coconut milk has a creaminess and flavor that I love, and it was perfect paired with the caramel pure cane syrup in this macchiato.
The best part of making your own coffee drink is being able to customize it the way you like. I flavored my drink with 1 tablespoon of caramel syrup, but you can absolutely add more or less to suit your tastes. This syrup has big caramel flavor and makes this macchiato incredibly indulgent without being over the top.
Speaking of over the top, let’s talk about how to top this coconut milk macchiato off. I chose to top it with whipped coconut cream to continue on with the whole coconut theme, but you can also use regular whipped cream as well.
And because there’s no such thing as too much caramel or coconut, I also topped my coffee drink with a drizzle of salted caramel sauce and toasted coconut. If you don’t have caramel sauce on hand or you happen to be vegan, you can simply drizzle the caramel pure can syrup on top if you like!
It’s nice to have choices isn’t it? That’s exactly what you have when you make your own Coconut Caramel Macchiato at home, and you’re always going to get it exactly the way you like it with quality ingredients and just the right amount of flavor.
Satisfaction guaranteed. 🙂
More coconut recipes you’ll love:
Chocolate dipped coconut macaroons
Coconut shrimp by Skinnytaste
Coconut Caramel Macchiato
Ingredients
For the coffee:
- 2 shots brewed espresso*
- 1 cup coconut milk I used coconut milk found in the refrigerated section of the supermarket
- 1-2 tablespoons Tate+Lyle® Caramel Pure Cane Syrup
Instructions
Prepare the coffee:
- Warm the coconut milk in a coffee mug in the microwave or on the stove top in a small pan until very warm. Add the brewed espresso and the syrup, and stir until combined.
Prepare the whipped coconut cream:
- Scoop the solidified coconut cream from the can and place in a chilled bowl (you can use the remaining coconut liquid in smoothies, etc). Beat on medium speed with an electric hand mixer until fluffy, then add the sugar. Immediately top the macchiato with the cream, drizzle with more caramel syrup or caramel sauce, if desired, and enjoy!
Notes
- *If you like your coffee strong, use 2 shots of espresso!
- *You will have plenty of whipped coconut cream leftover for more macchiatos! Store leftover cream in an airtight container and re-whip right before using again for best results.
- Sweetness is a personal preference, so I suggest starting off with the minimum amount of the syrup in the coffee and sugar in the cream that’s listed first as you can always add more later.
Nutrition
Nutrition is estimated using a food database and is only intended to be used as a guideline for informational purposes.
44 Comments on “Coconut Caramel Macchiato”
I usually have a cup of coffee (and tea) every day, and every now and then, make a more indulgent drink. This macchiato sounds delicious, Marcie! I’ve never tried a syrup in my coffee before, so I love the sound of it. Looks so much better than the coffee shop kind, too!
Thanks, Gayle! I rarely drink coffee drinks like this, which makes them extra special when I do. And this syrup was so delicious!
This is like a samoa cookie in a glass!!! YUM!
Thanks, Annie!
I am a flavored coffee addict and always have a jug of skinny iced caramel latte in my fridge (or vanilla), so I am LOVING this pick me up, Marcie! Homemade Coconut Caramel Macchiato sounds unbelievably delicious! I would have never thought to add the coconut milk! Genius, friend! Can’t wait to make this tomorrow morning! Cheers!
You definitely sound like you love coffee as much as me! These syrups are so incredible, and it tasted so delicious with the coconut milk. Thanks, Cheyanne, and Happy Monday!
This coffee is making me want to toss out my boring coffee + milk and run out to buy some coconut milk and caramel syrup. This is one gorgeous cup of coffee!
Thank you, Denise! I’m such a bore when it comes to coffee normally, so it was so fun to indulge in these!
Ooo how delicious does this look! Now I wish I had this in stead of my boring coffee in the morning!
My daily coffee is pretty boring compared to this, too! haha Thanks, Manali!
I’m not usually a coffee drinker but I tried my first coconut macchiato this weekend and loved it! I bet adding caramel really takes it over the top. I could definitely wake up to one of these every morning!
I have never tried a coconut macchiato before I made this and I’m not sure why! The caramel syrup here was so tasty in this drink and really livened up my morning. haha Thanks, Sarah!
We loveee our coffee too at our house! And have been debating whether or not to get an espresso machine .. decisions, decisions!! This macchiato is so so fun! I love it!
I used to have an espresso machine and gave it up — the pour-over method with a mini frother works great for me! I do love the looks of those Nespresso machines, though. 🙂 Thanks, Ashley!
YUM! For some reason I have never tried the combination of coconut and caramel before.. it sounds so perfect and I bet it tastes just as good too. delicious photos! Xx
It really is a delicious combination — thank you, Thalia! 🙂
I can’t get over how delicious this macchiato looks! Anything with coconut and caramel gets me all excited, especially when it’s for breakfast 🙂
Thanks, Rachel! This was definitely a fun way to enjoy my coffee! 🙂
This looks SOOOO good, Marcie! I am not a coffee drinker but with the coconut and caramel I would gladly swap my tea for a cup of this every morning:) Those flavored syrups are so fun too!
Thanks, Kelly! 🙂
This coconut caramel macchiato looks fabulously delicious, Marcie. I love coffees and I can have this anytime of the day! Lovely share! 🙂
Thank you, Anu! It was such a nice treat!
Oh my gosh. Caramel macchiatos are my FAVORITE thing to order from a coffee shop! I am seriously all over your homemade version and kinda freaking out over how good these look!
Thank you, Sarah! They can be so sweet, so I love making my own at home!
I was in heaven too, Johlene! Thanks so much! 🙂
Oh I know — I spend so much going out to coffee! This is a great reminder that it’s easy to make our own at home. 🙂 Thanks, Dannii!
I love to make a macchiato in the morning (sometimes plain coffee is too strong) and this one looks amazing! Great combination! Would love to try these syrups, pinned!
Thank you, Mira!
I have got to try a coconut caramel macchiato! Coconut and caramel pair so beautifully together and this looks to die for :)!
It really was a delicious combination — thank you, Medha!
I can have coffee anytime and this combination sounds amazingly delicious and looks gorgeous!
I should make espresso drinks more often! I love that you used coconut milk 🙂
Thank you, Megan! I just love using coconut milk in my fancy coffee drinks. 🙂
Working at Starbucks totally made me a coffee addict. I no longer am a barista, but I still have to get my coffee fix every morning. This is such an awesome combination of flavors, Marcie. I need it!
I can only imagine how working at Starbuck’s would make someone really get addicted to coffee (although I am already)! Thanks, Erin! 🙂
I am tired of my boring coffee, I think this will be a good change. Pinning 🙂
I will be looking for that syrup so I can make this awesome drink! I am a coffee addict and I love trying new flavors!!
These syrups are so silky smooth…I hope you find them! And I’m a coffee addict in a BIG way. 🙂
Oooh yeah…I love coconut coffee drinks!
They’re the best, aren’t they?! 🙂
It’s OK, I have a coffee addiction, too. These look So amazing and I can’t believe how EASY they are!! I’ll definitely have to try them!
Thank you, Willie! 🙂
I just love coconut in all drinks and dishes. But this drink is just incredible. I haven’t tasted anything tastier for sure!! Now I treat everyone and everyone is delighted. Thanks for the recipe!
You’re welcome and I’m glad that you like it!