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Homemade Gingerbread Latte: 1 Cozy Escape

Homemade Gingerbread Latte

Whip up a delicious Homemade Gingerbread Latte at home. This recipe brings the cozy flavors of the holidays to your mug with warm gingerbread spices, rich espresso, and creamy milk.

Ingredients

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  • 2 shots espresso or strong brewed coffee
  • 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 2 tablespoons gingerbread syrup (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Pinch of ground cloves
  • Pinch of ground nutmeg
  • Whipped cream for topping (optional)
  • Cinnamon stick for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Brew your espresso or strong coffee.
  2. Warm the milk in a saucepan over medium heat, or froth it using a milk frother. Do not boil.
  3. Stir the gingerbread syrup, ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg into the warm milk.
  4. Pour the spiced milk mixture into your mug.
  5. Add the brewed espresso or coffee to the mug.
  6. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
  7. Top with whipped cream and a cinnamon stick, if desired.
  8. Enjoy your festive gingerbread latte immediately.

Notes

  • For a homemade gingerbread syrup, combine 1 cup water, 1 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg in a saucepan. Heat and stir until sugar dissolves. Simmer for 5 minutes, then let cool and strain.
  • Adjust the amount of spices to your preference.
  • Use your favorite type of milk, such as almond, oat, or soy milk.

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