Description
Enjoy this festive gingerbread iced latte, perfect for the holiday season!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 tablespoons gingerbread syrup
- Ice cubes
- Whipped cream
- Ground cinnamon or nutmeg (optional)
- Chocolate sprinkles (optional)
- Mini gingerbread cookies (optional)
- Marshmallows (optional)
Instructions
- Brew Coffee: Prepare 1 cup of espresso or strong coffee. Allow it to cool to room temperature.
- Prepare Milk: Froth 1 cup of milk using a frother or by shaking it in a jar. Alternatively, use unfrothed milk if desired.
- Mix the Latte: In a tall glass, add 2 tablespoons of gingerbread syrup. Pour the cooled coffee over the syrup and stir well. Add ice cubes to the glass.
- Add Milk: Slowly pour the frothed milk over the iced coffee mixture.
- Garnish: Top with a generous amount of whipped cream. Sprinkle ground cinnamon or nutmeg for additional flavor. Add chocolate sprinkles for decoration. Garnish with mini gingerbread cookies and mini marshmallows if desired.
Notes
- To make gingerbread syrup at home, simmer equal parts sugar and water with ginger, cinnamon, allspice, and cloves until the sugar dissolves, then strain.
- Customize the sweetness by adjusting the amount of gingerbread syrup.
- Use flavored whipped cream for an extra festive touch, such as cinnamon or vanilla.
- For a vegan version, use almond, oat, or soy milk and dairy-free whipped cream.
- Serve with a festive straw for added holiday charm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1