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–+ servings
gingerbread latte with a gingerbread cookie propped on top
Prep: 5 minutes
Total: 5 minutes

Gingerbread Latte Recipe

If you love Starbucks gingerbread lattes but hate spending the money, this easy dupe is what you need in your life! Super easy to make and the perfect latte for the holidays.
Yield: 1

Ingredients

For the gingerbread coffee syrup:

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons dark molasses not blackstrap
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves

For the gingerbread latte:

  • 2 shots espresso or 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
  • 2-3 tablespoons gingerbread coffee syrup to taste
  • 1 1/2 cups milk 12 ounces; I prefer full-fat oat milk. Dairy milk, almond milk, or soy milk also work!
  • whipped cream and ground cinnamon for topping, optional

Instructions

Make the gingerbread coffee syrup.

  • Place all ingredients in a small saucepan over high heat. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves. Turn off the heat and let cool off until cool enough to handle. Drain through a cheesecloth if you can to catch any grittiness.
  • Place a fine-mesh strainer over a mason jar or another container. Lay cheesecloth on top if you have it (not crucial but nice to catch any residual grittiness from the spices). Strain coffee syrup into your jar.

Make the gingerbread latte.

  • Brew the espresso or coffee and add it to a 16-ounce or larger mug.
  • Heat the oat milk over the stove or froth it using a frothing machine. You can also froth it using a hand frother or a wire whisk - just place the wire part in the cup, place the handle between both of your hands, and spin it in the cup.
  • Stir in the gingerbread coffee syrup. I recommend starting at 2 tablespoons and increasing to 3 if you prefer.
  • Top with whipped cream, if using, and sprinkle with cinnamon. Serve.

Notes

Nutrition facts do not include whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1g, Calories: 333kcal, Carbohydrates: 47g, Protein: 12g, Fat: 12g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g, Monounsaturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 44mg, Sodium: 171mg, Potassium: 643mg, Sugar: 47g, Vitamin A: 593IU, Vitamin C: 0.1mg, Calcium: 457mg, Iron: 2mg