The Best Homemade Gingerbread Latte
Warm up your winter with The Best Homemade Gingerbread Latte, a cozy blend of rich coffee and festive spices. This delightful drink features notes of ginger, cinnamon, and creamy milk, creating a heartwarming experience in every sip. Perfect for chilly mornings or holiday gatherings, this latte is sure to become a seasonal favorite that wraps you in comfort like a warm sweater.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Brewing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup brewed coffee
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Brew your favorite coffee blend according to package instructions.
- In a small saucepan, heat milk, brown sugar, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla over medium heat until steaming (do not boil).
- Whisk the mixture vigorously until frothy and creamy.
- Pour the brewed coffee into a large mug and add the warm milk mixture on top.
- Optional: Top with whipped cream and additional cinnamon or ginger.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: - For a dairy-free version, use almond or oat milk as a substitute for regular milk. - Adjust sweetness by starting with less brown sugar and adding more to taste. - Experiment with additional spices such as cloves or allspice for unique flavor variations.