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This Starbucks apple crisp macchiato is the ultimate fall drink. It is the newest addition to the Starbucks fall menu and for a good reason! It is made with apple brown sugar syrup to bring you all the fall flavors in a nice cup of coffee!
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Starbucks has done it again! It released this apple crisp macchiato and it tastes like an absolute dream.
I immediately went and grabbed myself a grande iced apple crisp macchiato, Kyle got a cold brew but he ended up wanting my drink after tasting it because it’s actually really really good.
This is the best Starbucks apple crisp macchiato recipe ever!
After trying it, I took a few notes on my phone to rememeber what the drink tasted like exactly and it had light flavors of apple mixed with a subtle hint of cinnamon spices and espresso.
All these flavors worked so well very harmoniously and weren’t too overpowering. I usually thing Starbucks drinks are super sweet but this was one was very well balanced.
Table of Contents
- This is the best Starbucks apple crisp macchiato recipe ever!
- Why you need to make this recipe!
- Ingredients for this Starbucks apple crisp macchiato
- What’s the anatomy of a Starbucks Apple Crisp Macchiato ?
- How to make Starbucks apple crisp macchiato
- Frequently asked questions – FAQ
- Starbucks iced apple crisp macchiato
- Homemade Starbucks apple crisp macchiato Recipe
- Shop this recipe
- If you enjoyed this Apple crisp macchiato recipe make sure to pin it for later!
Why you need to make this recipe!
- It is the perfect Starbucks copycat recipe
- This drink might be better than the Starbucks PSL!! Can you believe it!!
- This apple crisp macchiato is so so easy to make at home.
- No need to wait in those long pesky lines at Starbucks to get your caffeine fix!
Ingredients for this Starbucks apple crisp macchiato
Here are the ingredients you will need to make this iced apple crisp macchiato. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the full detailed ingredient measurements.
- Apples– You will need one full apple to make the simple syrup.
- Cinnamon– The cinnamon will be used in both the apple syrup as well as in the apple sauce. I mean hey, it’s a fall flavored drink after all!
- Brown sugar– You can use either dark brown or light brown sugar for the syrup and the sauce.
- Apple juice– This recipe used reduced apple juice and spices to make the apple crisp sauce.
- Milk– Starbucks uses 2% milk but you can use any milk you’d like for this recipe.
- Espresso– Since this is a macchiato drink you will need a fresh espresso shot poured over the top of the drink to create the layered effect.
- Apple flavoring- This ingredient is optional but will make your drink have a lo tmore apple flavor, jus tlike the Starbucks apple crisp macchiato.
What’s the anatomy of a Starbucks Apple Crisp Macchiato ?
A starbucks apple crisp macchiato is made by first adding in some brown sugar apple syrup then either ice and cold milk or steamed milk, topped with espresso coffee, then drizzled with the spiced apple sauce.
If you’ve seen the pictures, it looks like there is some sort of this syrup at the bottom, well that’s the apple drizzle that sinks to the bottom. Hence why you should definitely mix your drink before drinking it especially if using a straw.
How to make Starbucks apple crisp macchiato
This is how you can make this fall apple coffee drink. Make sure to scroll down to the recipe card for the full detailed instructions!
- Place the sliced apple in a medium sauce pan, top them with brown sugar, apple juice, vanilla, water, and cinnamon.
- Bring to a boil then reduce to simmer for 10 minutes.
- Let the syrup cool down fully then strain.
Can I purchase the brown sugar apple syrup instead?
Yes! You can purchase the Monin brown sugar syrup and the apple syrup instead if you don’t want to go through the hassle of making your own. You can then mix a little bit of both to create the Starbucks fall flavored drink.
Make the apple crisp drizzle sauce
- Place the apple juice, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a medium saucepan.
- Bring to a boil and reduce to simmer until the apple juice is 3/4 reduced.
Build your Starbucks apple crisp drink.
- Add in the apple syrup to a cup.
- Top with ice and milk.
- Add in the freshly brewed espresso and drizzle with the apple crisp sauce
- Enjoy!
Frequently asked questions – FAQ
How does this apple crisp macchiato taste like?
This fall Starbucks drink tastes literally like an apple pie or apple crisp! I mean it has all the fall spices in the syrup and the apple drizzle sauce so it delivers a nice kick of spices with the smooth apple flavors.
II personally prefer it cold because it’s a lot more refreshing and better tasting too. I don’t know if it’s because I’ve had it today and it was 100 degrees outside or if it’s just better cold. Let me know wha tyou think if you’ve tried it.
Do Starbucks iced apple crisp macchiatos have caffeine?
Yes! These apple macchiatos have caffeine because they use espresso shots.
Here is the anatomy of a macchiato, usually it starts with a vanilla syrup but in this case, we are using the brown sugar apple crisp syrup. It is then topped with steamed milk if hot or just regular milk over ice if iced. last but not least, it is topped with freshly brewed espresso which has about 65-75mg of caffeine.
So all this to say that yes your drink will have caffeine, which makes it awesome for morning time or afternoon pick-me-ups.
What to do with the apple I boiled to make the syrup?
I am all about no waste when it comes to making recipes. That’s why I don’t toss the apples used to make the syrup, instead, I use them in oatmeal and yogurts and you should too!
Can I store the apple syrup drizzle and brown sugar apple syrup for later?
Absolutely!
This recipe makes enough syrup for a few drinks so you can store your syrups in an airtight jar container in the fridge for up to 1-2 weeks. I doubt they will last that long though!
Can you make this Starbucks apple crisp macchiato dairy free?
Yes! You can use whichever milk you’d like. I used 2% milk to make this recipe to keep it as similar to the original one as possible but you can use oat milk, almond milk, soy milk, or any milk you have on hand.
My apple crisp drizzle syrup reduced too much and now it’s solid after I chilled it, what should I do?
If the syrup has reduced too much, you can add a few tablespoons of apple juice and bring to a simmer again to combine it. Remove from the heat and cool down again before drizzling your
Starbucks iced apple crisp macchiato
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Homemade Starbucks apple crisp macchiato
Ingredients
Apple crisp drizzle
- 2 cup Apple juice
- 2 tbsp Brown sugar
- 1/8 tsp cinnamon
Apple crisp syrup
- 1 large Apple Sliced
- 1/3 cup Brown sugar
- 1/4 cup apple juice
- 3/4 cup Water
- 1/4 tsp Cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp vanilla
- 1/2 tsp apple flavoring optional
Starbucks apple crisp macchiato
- 2 tbsp Apple crisp syrup
- 3/4 Cup 2% milk Can use any milk you'd like
- 1 Espresso shot
- 2 tbsp Apple Crisp drizzle
Instructions
Make the brown sugar apple syrup
- Place the sliced apple in a medium sauce pan, top them with brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, apple juice and water.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat then reduce to medium-low heat and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from the heat and add in the apple flavoring, and stir
- Let the syrup cool down fully then strain.
Make the apple crisp drizzle sauce
- Place the apple juice, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a medium saucepan.
- Bring to a boil and reduce to simmer until the apple juice has reduced by about a little over 3/4 of the original amount. You should have about 1/3-1/2 cup of syrup left. On medium high heat, this took about 25-30 minutes for me.
- Let the syrup cool down to room temperature. To speed up this process, pour the syrup into a shallow bowl to increase the cooling surface. It will thicken as it cools down and becomes almost like a caramel sauce or syrup.
Build your Starbucks apple crisp drink.
- To a cup of ice add in the milk, 2 tablespoons of the brown sugar apple syrup (use 3 tablespoons if you want it sweeter).
- Top it with the freshly brewed espresso and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of apple crisp sauce, give it a good stir after taking a picture for the gram and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Hi Zjazjie! Yes, vanilla means vanilla extract here. If you don’t have an espresso machine, you can try strong brewed coffee or instant espresso powder as a substitute. Starbucks does have a blond espresso roast, but any espresso shot or strong coffee will work great for this recipe. So glad you’re enjoying it and thanks for your lovely message!
Hi Shannon, I’m sorry the syrup didn’t thicken well! Sometimes it takes a bit longer to reduce depending on your stove and pot size, so try simmering on medium heat a little longer with occasional stirring. Also, make sure to dissolve the brown sugar fully while warming. I am also not exactly sure how brown sugar didn’t dissolve in a warm liquid. That’s very odd.
Does the drizzle require refrigeration?
Yes, the drizzle should be refrigerated in an airtight container. It will last about 1 week in the fridge.
do you have a suggestion on what type of apples? I made it with honey crisp apples and its still missing that strong apple flavor that I taste in the Starbucks version, also after reading the other comments, I think I didnt reduce my syrup or drizzle enough, do you think it will be okay to put back and boil even though it’s already been refrigerated?
Hi Kris! Honeycrisp apples are great, but for a stronger apple flavor I recommend Granny Smith or a mix of tart and sweet apples. If your syrup wasn’t reduced enough, it’s totally fine to gently reheat even after refrigeration. Just bring it back to a simmer, stir well, and cool again before using.
Wow!! Awesome!!!
Thank you!!
Please stop messing up her ratings because YOU don’t know how to cook…
Anyway thank you! I made the syrup and was just here to look at the ratios other people use. I also wanted to suggest that people mash the cooked apples & cinnamon up and make apple butter!! It’s the best part of making the syrup 🤩
You’re welcome! I’m glad you found the ratios helpful. That’s a fantastic suggestion about mashing up the cooked apples and cinnamon to make apple butter—it sounds like a delicious way to enhance the syrup-making process. Thank you for sharing!
Was there part of the recipe you were having troubles with?
Can you use apple cider instead of apple juice?
Yes, you can use apple cider instead of apple juice. It will give the drink a slightly deeper and spicier apple flavor.
My apple drizzle did not thicken at all. I had to add a lot more brown sugar to get it to thicken up
Hi Brittany! Thanks for the feedback. The drizzle thickens as it cools, but if it’s too thin, adding a little more brown sugar while simmering can help achieve a thicker consistency. Let it cool completely before using—it will get syrupy and almost caramel-like.
Hello! I’m a college student so I don’t really have access to a stove all the time, do you have a good replacement in mind for the Apple drizzle? Thank you!! Will definitely try to make it myself when I go home 🙂
Using storebought caramel with apple spice in it should do!