Homemade Gingerbread Latte (Starbucks Copycat Recipe) (2024)

The holiday season is nearly upon us, and what better way to get into the spirit than with a Gingerbread Latte? With a homemade gingerbread syrup, you can use on all the things!

Trust me, this Gingerbread Latte is filled with warm spices like cinnamon and ginger, and it’s super easy to make! You’ll feel like you’re sipping on a little bit of holiday magic.

Skip the coffee shop lines and make this comforting drink right in your own kitchen with this copycat recipe! Not only will you save a ton of money (that stuff is so expensive these days), but you’ll also enjoy it more.

Perfect for sipping while listening to Christmas music or watching snowflakes fall, this is a festive treat that will warm you from the inside out.

Honestly, though, who needs a holiday to enjoy one of these? My husband looks at me funny when I make this in the middle of the summer, haha! What can I say? It’s just plain good!

And guess what? The syrup is amazing in other ways too. I love using it in both cold and hot beverages, desserts, or even over pancakes and waffles! So, if you’re not a coffee drinker, I’ve got you covered too.

Whether it’s Christmas Day or just another morning, this amazing latte will be one of your new favorite things.

So grab your favorite mug; we’re about to have some cozy, delicious fun! Let’s get into this easy recipe for my favorite Gingerbread Latte!

Some of our other favorite coffee recipes we have on our site include: How to Use Coffee Syrup at Home, Chocolate Espresso Cake, and White Chocolate Mocha Frappuccino.

WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:

1. Simple Ingredients: All you need are some pantry staples and a few holiday spices. You can even do a kid’s version with hot chocolate! There are so many ways to enjoy this.
2. Quick and Easy: You can whip up this yummy Gingerbread Latte in just 10 minutes. That’s faster than a trip to the coffee shop!
3. Tastes Like Christmas: With ground ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, this drink captures the classic gingerbread flavor in a cup! It’s a holiday drink that you won’t soon forget.

INGREDIENTS NEEDED (SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST FOR THE FULL RECIPE CARD):

• Water
• Granulated sugar
• Dark brown sugar, packed
• Molasses
• Ground ginger
• Ground cinnamon
• Ground nutmeg
• Ground cloves
• Fine sea salt
• Vanilla extract
• Hot espresso or strong coffee
• Frothed whole milk
• Whipped cream, for serving
• Ground cinnamon, for serving
• Ground nutmeg, for serving

HOW TO MAKE GINGERBREAD LATTE:

1. Place the water, sugar, brown sugar, molasses, ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt into a medium-sized saucepot. Stir it all to combine.
2. Place over medium-low heat and bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Once at a low simmer, constantly stirring for 5 minutes. Take off the heat and stir in the vanilla. Set aside.

1. Add espresso or coffee to your mug.
2. Add gingerbread syrup and frothed milk. Add whipped cream, cinnamon, and nutmeg if using.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RECIPE:

Notes

The gingerbread syrup is enough to make 9 lattes if you use 2 tablespoons of syrup per latte. I believe this is the perfect amount of sweetness, but use more or less to your taste!

You can also use a whisk and whisk vigorously until the milk is frothed. If it is at temp, it will froth and hold.

WHAT IS THE PERFECT TEMPERATURE TO FROTH MILK FOR A LATTE?

Heat your milk to 170°F for proper frothing. You can use an electric milk frother or a steam wand to achieve the best frothy milk.

You can also use a whisk and whisk vigorously until the milk is frothy. If it is at the proper temp, it will froth and hold.

Check out this link for my favorite handheld milk frother.

CAN I USE THE GINGERBREAD SYRUP IN OTHER RECIPES?

Absolutely! The syrup is super versatile.

Use it in iced lattes, hot coffee, or even drizzle it over pancakes and waffles for a festive treat. Feel free to try out new places to use it.

In your hot cocoa or drizzled-over cookies. Get creative!

ANY ADDITIONS?

As with any coffee recipe, there are so many possibilities!

• Add a shot of espresso for extra caffeine.
• A sprinkle of cocoa powder for a chocolatey twist.
• Dash of cardamom for added complexity.
• Stir in some maple syrup for a unique sweetness.
• A splash of vanilla extract to enhance flavors.
• Top with caramel sauce for extra indulgence.
• Add coconut flakes for a tropical touch.
• Toss in a cinnamon stick for extra spice and a great look.
• Mix in some blackstrap molasses for a deeper flavor.
• Crush some gingerbread cookies and sprinkle on top for a crunchy texture.

ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?

I’ve got you covered. Here are a few ideas if you want to swap something out.

• Almond milk for a dairy-free option.
• Coconut milk for a tropical flair.
• Soy milk for another plant-based milk option.
• Oat milk for a nut-free, dairy-free alternative.
• Replace ground cinnamon with a cinnamon stick.
• Use honey instead of molasses for a lighter flavor.

HOW TO STORE:

Refrigerator: Store the gingerbread syrup in a glass bottle or mason jar in the fridge for up to a month. Before using, make sure to warm it again in a saucepot or in the microwave and stir it well to distribute the spices.

It will probably get gobbled up quickly. Especially if it’s the holiday season!

Freezer: Freezing is not recommended for this recipe.

Making a Gingerbread Latte at home is so much fun and way more budget-friendly than buying one at a coffee shop. Plus, the homemade gingerbread syrup really takes it to the next level.

Perfect for those winter months, this latte will make your holiday season extra special.

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