Iced Ube Latte 🫶

Ingredients:

• Ube Halaya:

• 1 cup grated ube (purple yam) or 1 cup ube powder (reconstituted with water)

• 1/2 cup coconut milk

• 1/2 cup condensed milk

• 1/4 cup evaporated milk

• 1/4 cup sugar

• 1/4 cup butter

• Latte:

• 1 cup fresh milk (dairy or non-dairy)

• 1 shot of espresso or 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee

• Ice cubes

Instructions:

Make the Ube Halaya:

1. Cook the Ube:

• If using fresh ube, peel and grate it. If using ube powder, reconstitute it according to package instructions.

• In a saucepan, combine the grated ube, coconut milk, condensed milk, evaporated milk, and sugar.

• Cook over medium heat, stirring continuously to prevent sticking, until the mixture thickens (about 30-45 minutes).

• Add the butter and continue to cook, stirring, until the mixture reaches a jam-like consistency.

• Allow the ube halaya to cool. This can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Assemble the Iced Ube Latte:

1. Prepare the Glass:

• Fill a tall glass with ice cubes.

2. Mix the Latte:

• In a separate container, mix 2-3 tablespoons of ube halaya with the fresh milk. Stir until well combined and smooth.

• Pour the ube-milk mixture over the ice.

3. Add the Coffee:

• Pour the shot of espresso or strong brewed coffee over the ube-milk mixture.

4. Final Touch:

• Stir well to combine all ingredients.

• Optionally, you can top with a dollop of extra ube halaya or a swirl of coconut milk for added flavor.

Enjoy your authentic Filipino Iced Ube Latte!