You Don't Need A Fancy Machine To Make A Pistachio Paste Latte

Homemade anything is bound to bring on warm and cozy vibes, but a homemade pistachio paste latte takes comfort to the next level. Whether you're using pistachio milk as a creamy, nutty upgrade over your beloved oat and almond milk or experimenting with homemade creamy pistachio nut butter, there is no end to the fancy ways that pistachios' rich flavor can make your day. If you like your morning latte with a hint of smooth earthiness but don't want to trek to a coffee shop, then DIYing it is the way to go. Thankfully, this nutty drink is easy to recreate at home and makes being your own barista a breeze.

You won't need to learn the ropes of another kitchen gadget as you can easily make a pistachio paste latte at home. Creating this green-hued masterpiece comes down to a few simple ingredients: pistachio paste, a sprinkling of pistachio nuts, an espresso brewed to your liking, and your milk of choice. Line your mug with the pistachio paste and, once your espresso and milk are poured, the flavors will melt together for a delicious latte topped with chopped pistachios. You'll be sipping on a foamy and aromatic pistachio latte from the comfort of your sofa in no time.

One of the benefits of making a pistachio paste latte at home is that you have full autonomy over the consistency, color, and texture of the pistachio paste. The trick is choosing between roasted pistachios or raw blanched ones. For a vibrant green color, you're best to go with raw, skinless pistachios but for a deeper, brownish paste you can go ahead and grab a bag of roasted pistachios. The taste will be slightly different too. Roasted pistachios tend to have a deeper and more pronounced flavor while the raw nuts will be fresher and lighter to taste. Once you've decided on your preference, you can choose a store-bought paste that appeals to you or pull out your food processor or blender and combine until you get a paste of gooey goodness.

The milk you use can also take this latte from a nice-to-have drink to a staple that you'll want to serve to everyone who enters your home. A blend of pistachio milk and a creamier milk (try condensed milk, cow's milk, or soy milk as a plant-based alternative) can be used to add a fuller flavor to your latte. For the perfect froth levels, whisk the heated milk with a frother for about 20-45 seconds. No worries if you don't have a frother on hand; you can also pour your heated milk into a blender to achieve a frothy texture or add the milk to a jar, seal the lid, and shake well.