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Best Copycat Starbucks Apple Crisp Macchiato Recipe

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This copycat Starbucks Apple Crisp Macchiato is a quick and easy fall drink made with a homemade apple crisp syrup, strong coffee, and frothed milk. It tastes like a warm apple pie with a caffeine kick, perfect for impressing guests without the stress.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup strong brewed coffee or 2 shots of espresso
  • 1/2 cup milk of choice (whole milk recommended)
  • Whipped cream (optional)
  • Caramel sauce for drizzling
  • Extra cinnamon for dusting

Instructions

  1. Make the Apple Crisp Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup water, 1/2 cup packed brown sugar, 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Stir until sugar dissolves. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until syrup thickens slightly. Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract. Let cool. Optionally strain through a fine-mesh strainer.
  2. Brew Your Coffee: While syrup simmers, brew 1 cup of strong coffee or pull 2 shots of espresso.
  3. Froth the Milk: Heat 1/2 cup of milk until steaming (not boiling). Use a milk frother, whisk, or jar-shaking method to create foam.
  4. Assemble the Drink: In a mug, add 2 to 3 tablespoons of apple crisp syrup. Pour in hot coffee, leaving room for milk. Stir gently. Slowly pour frothed milk over the back of a spoon to create layers.
  5. Finish with Toppings: Add whipped cream, drizzle caramel sauce, and dust with cinnamon. Serve immediately.

Notes

The syrup can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to a week. For a dairy-free version, use oat milk. For an iced version, cool the syrup completely and use cold brew or iced coffee. The syrup also works well in teas, lemonades, or drizzled over pancakes.

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