Gingerbread Latte (Starbucks Copycat) Recipe
Enjoy a cozy homemade Gingerbread Latte that perfectly mimics the Starbucks favorite. This warm, spiced coffee drink combines rich espresso with sweet gingerbread syrup and steamed milk, topped with a festive whipped cream and pumpkin spice garnish. A delightful treat for chilly mornings or afternoon pick-me-ups.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup milk of choice (whole milk recommended for creaminess)
- 2 tbsp gingerbread syrup
- 2 oz espresso or 8 oz freshly brewed strong coffee
Optional Garnish
- Whipped cream
- Pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Heat the milk and syrup: Whisk together the milk and gingerbread syrup in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Continue heating until the mixture is steaming and just starting to foam, but avoid boiling.
- Froth the milk: Remove the saucepan from heat and froth the milk slightly using a milk frother or a whisk to create a creamy texture. Set aside.
- Brew the coffee: Prepare your coffee by brewing 2 oz of espresso or 8 oz of strong coffee into your favorite coffee mug.
- Assemble the latte: Pour the steamed gingerbread milk over the brewed coffee, blending the flavors together.
- Add garnish: Top your gingerbread latte with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice if desired to enhance the festive flavors. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk with almond, oat, or soy milk.
- If espresso is not available, use strong brewed coffee as a suitable alternative.
- Adjust the amount of gingerbread syrup to taste depending on your sweetness preference.
- To make your own gingerbread syrup, combine molasses, brown sugar, ground ginger, cinnamon, and cloves simmered with water.
- Use a milk frother for best texture; otherwise, vigorously whisk to create foam.
Keywords: Gingerbread Latte, Starbucks Copycat, Holiday Coffee, Spiced Latte, Homemade Latte
