Description
This Gingerbread Latte combines warm spices and rich espresso for an irresistible drink. It’s easy to prepare at home, perfect for chilly days, and full of festive flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp molasses
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1 cup hot water
- 1 shot espresso
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup whipped cream
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon or nutmeg for topping
Instructions
- Mix together maple syrup, molasses, and spices until smooth, adding hot water if needed.
- Combine the syrup mixture with hot espresso and stir well.
- Steam the milk until frothy and pour it into the espresso mixture.
- Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg, if desired.
Notes
Avoid over-steaming milk to maintain a silky texture.
Experiment with spice amounts to match your taste.
Prepare the syrup a few days in advance for easy use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 30mg