Cinnamon Toast Coffee: A Nostalgic Breakfast Drink That’ll Make Your Mornings Epic

Key Info

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings: 4

Difficulty: Easy

Dietary Tags: Vegetarian, Contains Dairy

Equipment Needed

• Coffee maker
• Milk frother
• Fine mesh strainer
• Measuring cups
• Large mugs

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups whole milk
• 2/3 cup Cinnamon Toast Crunch cereal
• 2 oz double shot espresso
• 1/4 cup whipped cream
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• Optional: white chocolate syrup

Method

Cereal Milk Magic

1. Combine milk and cereal in a container
2. Let steep for 15 minutes exactly
3. Strain through fine mesh, discarding cereal pieces

Espresso Perfection

1. Pull double shot of espresso into serving mug
2. Ensure espresso crema is golden and rich

Milk Steaming Technique

1. Heat strained cereal milk to 150-155°F
2. Create microfoam by steaming carefully
3. Watch for glossy, thin foam surface

Final Assembly

1. Pour steamed milk over espresso
2. Top with whipped cream
3. Dust with ground cinnamon
4. Sprinkle cereal pieces for crunch

Crucial Tips

• Temperature is everything: Too hot kills milk’s sweetness
• Use whole milk for best microfoam
• Steep cereal precisely 15 minutes
• Fresh espresso makes all the difference

Storage & Variations

• Refrigerate cereal milk up to 3 days
• Iced Version: Serve over ice for summer twist
• White Chocolate Upgrade: Add syrup for extra sweetness

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Don’t over-steam milk
• Use fresh, high-quality espresso
• Measure ingredients precisely
• Don’t skip the steeping process

Pro Tip

Invest in a good milk thermometer to nail the perfect temperature every single time!

Drink transforms basic coffee into a nostalgic breakfast adventure. Each sip brings childhood cereal memories crashing into sophisticated coffee culture. Prepare to have your morning completely revolutionized.