Salted Caramel Mocha Latte

Anyone else out there trying not to wish away summer but yet wishing away summer because you are done with the heat? 

It's me. 

I'm ready to embrace all things fall, even though I love soaking up all the good things of summer.

In lieu of giving away a Starbuck's gift card (the winner revealed at the end of the post!!!) AND the arrival of their fall drinks I thought what better time to share this delicious latte I happened to create on accident. 

Introducing my cleaned up version of Starbuck's Salted Caramel Mocha latte. If you don't have an espresso machine no need to fret. I've kept you in mind so you can enjoy this tasty treat as well!

 Salted Caramel Mocha Latte

2 shots of espresso (or 1 cup strong brewed coffee)

Your choice of milk 

2 scoops of Chocolate Collagen Peptides 

Toppings

Whipped cream (optional)
And the best part--

1/2 the recipe of this Homemade caramel sauce  drizzle 

 *I used this vegan peanut butter caramel for a healthy, fun twist however you can always sub it for an easier pre-made caramel sauce sold in any grocery store

1. Make ahead the homemade caramel sauce via the recipe linked above (side note: the sauce has only a slight hint of peanut butter! Still mostly tastes like a sweet, caramel sauce but without all the crud)

2. Pull two shots of espresso or make 1 cup strong brewed coffee

3. Add 1 1/2 scoops of Chocolate Collagen Peptides to espresso/coffee and stir well

4. Use a steam wand to froth the milk or use an electric milk frother. Pour milk into cup.

5. Top with whipped cream and drizzle on your choice of salted caramel sauce

**For all my iced latte lovers, add ice to your cup first and then pour the espresso over. If your using brewed coffee make sure to have it chilled beforehand. Then follow suit by stirring in the chocolate powder and your choice of milk.

I claim this recipe was created on accident, because I first tried the chocolate collagen powder in my smoothie but then the idea came to me to try it in my morning latte. It was love at first sip. I instantly thought this is a Starbuck's Salted Caramel Mocha dupe but it just needed the whip and caramel drizzle!!

And now to say thank YOU to all of you wonderful humans who took a part in the blog survey. It is so helpful to hear from ya'll and I am excited to create content you guys enjoy. And basically you guys enjoy it all which was just the sweetest thing to see. Also, I am most shocked about all the book lovers here!! Legit thought my book reviews were mainly for me, but nope. You guys feel me. I love this space.

Without further adieu, congrats to Nikole N. on winning the gift card!!!! 

If I could I would go all Oprah Winfrey on you guys, whether you took my survey or not, and hand out free Starbs to each and everyone of you here. But alas, I will just send you virtual hugs. 

xoxox