Can you froth coconut milk?

Absolutely! Frothing coconut milk is the same as any other milk—just toss it in a pitcher-style milk frother or use a stick-style frother. Keep in mind that it won’t create quite the same froth as traditional milk. If you find that yours isn’t giving you the foam you desire, I recommend: - Using full-fat coconut milk or coconut cream . More fat means more stable bubbles. - Adding a small pinch of xanthan gum to the milk while it’s frothing. It helps to stabilize the milk so it can hold air. - Opting for a “barista blend” sold in a carton, which is specifically made for creating creamy coffee concoctions!

What’s the best coconut milk for latte recipes?

I always recommend using a brand of canned coconut milk that lists coconut as the first ingredient (or second, if you’re using a light variation) and contains as few additional ingredients as possible. Native Forest , Thai Kitchen , and Arroy-D are all great options!

Coconut Latte Recipe (With Iced Variation!)

Coconut Latte

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This easy Coconut Latte recipe will have you feeling like you're sipping your morning coffee in Hawaii! It's made with coconut in not one but THREE forms to give it the best creamy, tropical flavor. This latte is dairy-free and vegan friendly, and made in just 5 quick minutes!

Author: Alexandra Azary
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: one 12 ounce latte 1x
Category: coffee and tea
Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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6 fluid ounces canned light unsweetened coconut milk, whisked until smooth
4 teaspoons sweetened condensed coconut milk
1/4 teaspoon coconut extract
1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste
dash of ground cinnamon
4 fluid ounces espresso or strong coffee
Optional garnishes: dairy-free whipped cream, ground cinnamon, or toasted coconut flakes

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Instructions

Combine the plain coconut milk, sweetened condensed coconut milk, coconut extract, vanilla extract or paste, and cinnamon in a milk frother to heat and froth. If you don't have a frother, warm the mixture in a small saucepan over medium heat, just until bubbles start to form on the surface. Then, froth with a stick-style frother, shake vigorously in a mason jar, or whisk rapidly to create a thin layer of froth.
Transfer the milk mixture into your coffee mug of choice.
Brew the espresso (or coffee) and pour over the warm milk in your mug.
Garnish as desired with whipped cream, a dash of cinnamon, or a sprinkle of toasted coconut flakes before serving.

Notes

Ingredients Notes and Substitutions:

When opening a jar of canned coconut milk, the water and cream/fat will be separate. Whisk or blend the contents before using, and store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Full fat coconut milk can also be used.
You can also make this latte with regular cow's milk. Increase the coconut extract to 1/2 teaspoon to maintain the coconut flavor.
Coconut sugar, brown sugar, maple syrup, or traditional sweetened condensed milk can be used as a substitute for sweetened condensed coconut milk.

Iced Variation:

Rather than frothing the milk mixture, blend it in a Nutribullet or other blender; this will ensure that the coconut milk is completely smooth and will also create foam. Stir in espresso/coffee and then add ice.

Find it online: https://www.brighteyedbaker.com/coconut-latte/