Food & Cooking

How to Make a Gingerbread Latte at Home

Cafe-style festive coffee for a fraction of the price, with a quick homemade gingerbread syrup.

Editorial TeamNovember 6, 20261 min read

Festive coffee drinks are a winter favourite. Making a gingerbread latte at home is quick, cheap and you can adjust the sweetness.

Gingerbread syrup

  • 100 ml (½ cup) water
  • 100 g (½ cup) brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • A pinch of nutmeg and cloves
  • A little vanilla

Simmer everything for 5 minutes, then cool. Store in a jar in the fridge for up to two weeks.

Make the latte

  1. Brew a shot or two of espresso, or strong coffee.
  2. Stir in 1–2 tablespoons of syrup.
  3. Heat and froth milk (any kind).
  4. Pour milk over the coffee.
  5. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
No frother?Shake hot milk in a sealed jar for 30 seconds, or whisk it quickly in a pan.

Variations

  • Iced version over ice with cold milk
  • Decaf or chai for a caffeine-free treat
  • Use the syrup in hot chocolate or porridge
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