This Iced Salted Maple Butter Latte is my take on the viral Trader Joe's maple butter latte that's taking over TikTok and Instagram right now! It's made with creamy maple butter, a pinch of sea salt, and espresso, all frothed together and poured over ice with milk. The result is sweet, salty, and so smooth.
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The secret is my homemade maple cream, which is the same thing as the maple butter everyone's using. It's made with just one ingredient (pure maple syrup!), so you never have to hunt for a jar on the shelf. Once it's ready, this latte comes together in 5 minutes flat.
The sea salt is what makes this drink so addicting. It cuts the sweetness and brings out all those rich, caramel-y maple flavors, kind of like salted caramel but cozier. If you love a salted maple latte, this is about to become your new go-to!
Remember when my Iced Teddy Graham Latte went viral a couple of years ago? This one has those same sweet, sip-it-every-day vibes. Grab your frother and let's make it!
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What Does the Salted Maple Butter Latte Taste Like?
This latte tastes like a creamy, maple-sweetened iced coffee with a little salty kick. The maple butter brings that deep, caramel-y maple flavor, while the sea salt balances it out so it's never too sweet.
The espresso keeps it bold, and frothing everything together gives it a silky, almost velvety texture. It's the perfect fall iced latte!
Why You'll Love This Maple Butter Latte Recipe
- 5-minute latte: With your maple butter ready to go, this comes together in just 5 minutes. No syrups to simmer and no fancy equipment!
- Sweet and salty: The pinch of sea salt makes the maple flavor pop and keeps every sip balanced. It's the most addictive sweet and salty latte!
- Viral for a reason: The Trader Joe's version of this latte is all over TikTok and Instagram, and it lives up to the hype. Now you can make it at home whenever the craving hits!
- Just a few ingredients: Maple butter, sea salt, espresso, and milk over ice. That's it!
- Easy to customize: Use any milk you like and adjust the salt and maple butter to your taste. It's the easiest maple latte recipe to make your own.
Ingredients Needed
- Maple butter: The star of the show! I use my homemade maple cream, which is the best maple butter for coffee since it melts right into hot espresso and turns this into a rich maple cream latte.
- Sea salt: Just a pinch makes the maple flavor pop and keeps the latte from tasting too sweet.
- Espresso: Brewing it hot right over the maple butter helps it melt, and it gives the latte that bold coffee base.
- Milk of choice: This makes the latte creamy and smooth, and any milk works (I love 2%).
Substitutions
- Store-bought maple butter: Trader Joe's Organic Maple Butter works great if you can find it! Any store-bought maple cream works too, just make sure it's made from 100% maple syrup.
- Sea salt: Flaky sea salt or kosher salt both work. If you're using table salt, use a little less since it tastes saltier.
- Espresso: No espresso machine? Strong brewed coffee or 2 teaspoon instast espresso mixed with half a cup of hot water works perfectly. Just make sure it's hot so the maple butter melts right in!
- Milk of choice: Oat milk is my favorite dairy-free swap since it's creamy and pairs so well with maple. Almond and soy milk are great too!
- Keeping it vegan: Homemade maple cream is naturally vegan, so just use a plant-based milk. If you're buying maple butter, check the label, since some brands are made with actual butter.
How to Make an Iced Salted Maple Butter Latte
- Step 1: Melt the maple butter. Add the maple butter and sea salt to a tall glass, then brew your espresso directly into the glass. The hot espresso helps the maple butter start melting right away.
- Step 2: Froth it. Froth with a milk frother for 20–30 seconds, until it's foamy and the maple butter has completely dissolved.
- Step 3: Add ice and milk. Fill the glass with ice, then top with your milk of choice. Give it a stir and enjoy!
Optional Variations
- Hot Salted Maple Butter Latte: Already know how to make an iced maple latte? For a hot version, skip the ice and steam or froth your milk hot instead.
- Maple Cold Foam: Froth a spoonful of maple butter with heavy cream and a splash of milk, then spoon it on top. It makes the latte extra indulgent!
- Cinnamon Maple Latte: Froth a pinch of cinnamon in with the espresso for a cozy, spiced twist. It tastes like a maple cinnamon roll!
- Brown Sugar Maple Latte: Add a little brown sugar along with the maple butter for a deeper, molasses-y sweetness.
- Maple Cold Brew: Swap the espresso for cold brew and stir the maple butter into a splash of hot water first so it dissolves. It's smoother and a little less bitter!
Recipe Success Tips
- Brew right into the glass: The hot espresso melts the maple butter instantly, which makes it way easier to froth everything together.
- Froth before adding ice: Ice will firm up the maple butter, so make sure it's fully dissolved in the espresso first. This keeps your latte smooth with no clumps at the bottom.
- Warm up cold maple butter: Maple butter thickens a lot in the fridge. Microwave it for a few seconds so it's easier to scoop and melts faster.
- Start with less salt: You can always add more salt, but you can't take it out! Taste and adjust until it's just right.
- Use a tall glass: Frothing can get a little splashy, so a tall glass gives you room to work without making a mess.
FAQs
A maple butter latte is a latte sweetened with maple butter instead of syrup. This viral maple butter latte adds a pinch of sea salt for that perfect sweet-and-salty flavor. Once you learn how to make a maple butter latte at home, you'll want one every single day!
Not in this recipe! The maple butter used here is really maple cream, which is just pure maple syrup that's been heated and whipped until creamy. Some brands sell actual butter flavored with maple, so always check the label.
Totally! Stir the hot espresso, maple butter, and sea salt together really well with a spoon or whisk until the maple butter is completely dissolved. Then add ice and milk like usual!
Nutritional Info
This latte comes in at 272 calories, and most of the carbs and sugar come from the maple butter. Most of the 367mg of sodium comes from the sea salt, so go easy on the salt if you're watching your sodium.
To lighten it up even more, use a little less maple butter or swap in unsweetened almond milk!
Total nutritional content per serving is:
- Calories: 272 calories
- Total Fat: 4 grams
- Protein: 6 grams
- Sodium: 367 mg
- Carbohydrates: 53 grams
- Sugar: 51 grams
*This nutritional information is an estimate and calculated based on the ingredients used to create the recipe. The nutritional value of your ingredients may differ slightly. Furthermore, this food is not intended to prevent, diagnose, cure, or treat any disease.
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Iced Salted Maple Butter Latte
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoon maple butter
- ⅛ teaspoon sea salt
- 2 oz espresso
- ice
- ¾ cup milk of choice (I used 2%)
Instructions
- Add the maple butter and sea salt to a tall glass, then brew your espresso directly into the glass.
- Froth with a milk frother for 20-30 seconds, until foamy and the maple butter has dissolved.
- Add ice, then top with milk of choice. Stir and drink up!
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xoxo Megan
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