Gingerbread Latte

Skip the pricey coffee shop, because this homemade gingerbread latte recipe is quick, easy, cozy, and festive -- no special equipment necessary!

Course Breakfast, Drinks

Cuisine American

Keyword gingerbread latte, gingerbread latte recipe, gingerbread latte syrup, gingerbread syrup

Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings lattes (about 3/4 cup gingerbread syrup total)

Calories 198kcal

Author Blair Lonergan

2 tablespoons gingerbread syrup, or more to taste
2 shots espresso (or ¼ cup very strong brewed coffee)
1 cup milk, heated and frothed
Optional, for serving: whipped cream, dusting of cinnamon or nutmeg, holiday sprinkles

In a small saucepan, whisk together the molasses, brown sugar, water, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Once it boils, remove the pan from the heat. Whisk in the vanilla extract.
Store the gingerbread syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Shake well before each use to redistribute the spices.

In a large mug, combine 2 tablespoons of gingerbread syrup and 2 shots of espresso or ¼ cup strong coffee. Whisk or stir well to make sure that the syrup is incorporated with the espresso.
Pour the warm frothed milk over the espresso mixture. Top with whipped cream and a dusting of cinnamon, if desired.

If you don't have a milk frother, simply combine the gingerbread syrup, espresso, and milk in a small saucepan on the stovetop. Whisk until warm and combined. It won't have the foamy top, but it will still taste delicious!
For the best foam on your latte, use a heated milk frother like this one or this one. You can also use an inexpensive milk frother like this; however, you'll need to warm the milk on the stovetop or in the microwave first.
Adjust the proportions to suit your taste preferences. For instance, use more coffee or espresso and more syrup for a larger latte, or use half as much syrup for a less-sweet version. Make it your own!
For a true Starbucks coffee shop experience, add extra festive toppings to really amp up the flavor and fun! Try whipped cream (or this gingerbread whipped cream or peppermint whipped cream), Christmas sprinkles, or a dusting of cinnamon or nutmeg.