Irresistible Gingerbread Latte Recipe Perfect for Holidays
A cozy and festive drink with warm spices, molasses, and frothy milk, perfect for chilly winter mornings or holiday gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) espresso or strong coffee
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk (whole milk, almond, oat, or coconut milk)
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) molasses
- 1 tablespoon (15 g) brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- Pinch of ground nutmeg
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg (for garnish)
Instructions
- Brew the coffee: Start by brewing your espresso or strong coffee. You’ll need about 1/2 cup (120 ml).
- Make the gingerbread syrup: In a small saucepan, combine 2 tablespoons (30 ml) molasses, 1 tablespoon (15 g) brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger, and a pinch of ground nutmeg. Heat over low-medium heat until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Stir continuously to avoid burning.
- Warm the milk: In the same saucepan (or a separate one), heat 1 cup (240 ml) of milk over medium heat until hot but not boiling. Use a whisk or frother to create foam.
- Combine: Pour the brewed coffee into a mug, then stir in the gingerbread syrup. Slowly add the warm milk, holding back the foam with a spoon if desired. Top with the foam.
- Garnish: Add a dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg on top for a festive finish.
Notes
[‘Don’t overheat the milk to avoid affecting its texture.’, ‘Adjust sweetness by reducing brown sugar or molasses.’, ‘Froth milk using a whisk or shake it in a jar with a lid if you don’t have a frother.’, ‘Feel free to adjust spice ratios to suit your taste.’, ‘Preheat your mug to keep your latte warmer for longer.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 28
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 4
- Saturated Fat: 2.5
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 6
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