Coffee Academy Creamy Vanilla Latte A café favourite that is surprisingly easy to make at home. Ingredients 1 shot espresso or 60ml strong coffee 200ml milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon sugar or syrup Method Prepare your espresso or strong coffee. Heat the milk until hot but not boiling. Froth the milk using a frother, whisk, or French Press. Add vanilla and sugar to the coffee. Pour in the milk while holding back the foam. Spoon the foam on top. Pro Tip A medium roast coffee works beautifully in milk-based drinks.