Gingerbread Latte

If you love the flavors of a gingerbread cookie then you’re going to love this easy to make gingerbread latte.

A mug of gingerbread latte. One side of the milk is dusted with cinnamon sugar.

I dont’ know about you but give me all the flavored latte’s when the weather gets cold and the holidays are approaching. I mean latte is good any time of year right? This Maple Sea Salt Latte is my favorite go to latte year round, you can made it hot or cold.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

  • It’s easy to make
  • Saves you money
  • It’s has a nice light gingerbread flavor
A cup mug of gingerbread latte.

Ingredients

Espresso Coffee – You will need a double shot of regular or decaffeinated espresso.

Gingerbread Spice Mix – Store bought or homemade spice mix.

Brown Sugar – Dark brown sugar gives more flavor, however light brown sugar works just as well.

Molasses (Optional) – You only need a small amount, it adds a nice flavor to the drink but it’s not necessary.

Milk – Use your milk of choice

Cinnamon Sugar (Optional) – For sprinkling over your coffee for more flavor

Instructions

  1. Pour a double shot of espresso into a mug.
  2. Add in the molasses if using and stir.
  3. Add the milk, brown sugar, gingerbread spices to a small pitcher or measuring cup, warm the milk for 30 seconds then froth or blend together.
  4. Pour the milk over the espresso then mix it all together with a frother until is nice and foamy.
  5. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar if desired.
A top down view of gingerbread latte. Half of the milk foam is dusted with cinnamon sugar.

Recipe Tips

  • You don’t need to have a milk frother, you can simply use a small whisk.
  • You can make your own gingerbread spice mix, here is a good recipe for it gingerbread spice mix
A large cup of gingerbread latte.
A mug of gingerbread latte. One side of the milk is dusted with cinnamon sugar.
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Gingerbread Latte

A latte recipe with the flavors of the classic gingerbread cookie. A delicious blend of espresso, steamed sweetened milk, and gingerbread spices.
Prep Time5 minutes
Active Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cinnamon, coffee, gingerbread, latte
Yield: 1
Calories: 147kcal
Author: Stillwood Kitchen

Materials

  • 2 shots Espresso Can be regular or decaffeinated espresso
  • 1/2 tsp Dark Molasses (Optional)
  • 1 tbsp Dark Brown Sugar Can sub in light brown sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Gingerbread Spice Mix
  • 1/2 cup Milk/Creamer Can substitute non-dairy if desired
  • 1 pinch Cinnamon Sugar (Optional)

Instructions

  • To a microwaveable pitcher or small jar add the brown sugar, gingerbread spice, and the milk/creamer.
  • Warm the milk/non-dairy milk in the microwave until steamy about 30 seconds then whisk or froth the milk to combine the sugar and spices.
  • Make 2 shots of espresso and pour into your cup, add the molasses if using, then top it with the steamed/frothed milk.
  • Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar if desired.

Notes

You do not need to froth the milk but it should be warm and steamy so the sugar and spices will blend together and the latte stays nice and hot.
Dark brown sugar has a bit more molasses in it but light brown sugar will work if you don't have the dark brown sugar.
You can use 1/2 cup of strong brewed coffee if desired.
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 147kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 61mg | Potassium: 335mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 204IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 185mg | Iron: 1mg

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