Decadent Copycat Starbucks Apple Crisp Macchiato in 5 Minutes
Recreate the beloved Starbucks Apple Crisp Macchiato at home with this easy-to-follow copycat recipe. Perfect for a cozy autumn treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons apple cider or apple juice
- 1 tablespoon caramel sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup strong brewed coffee or espresso
- Whipped cream (for topping)
- Crumble topping (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine milk, apple cider, caramel sauce, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until warm and steamy. Do not boil.
- Pour the warm apple mixture into a mug.
- Brew your coffee or espresso and pour it into the mug with the apple mixture.
- Stir well to combine.
- Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of crumble topping, if desired.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use apple cider instead of apple juice.
- Adjust the amount of cinnamon and nutmeg to your preference.
- If you don’t have espresso, strong brewed coffee works well.
- The crumble topping can be made with crushed graham crackers or shortbread cookies mixed with a little cinnamon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: Approx. 250-300 (will vary based on milk and caramel sauce)
- Sugar: Variable
- Sodium: Variable
- Fat: Variable
- Saturated Fat: Variable
- Unsaturated Fat: Variable
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Variable
- Fiber: Low
- Protein: Variable
- Cholesterol: Low