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Gingerbread Latte

Gingerbread Latte

This cozy gingerbread latte combines rich espresso with warm spices, fresh ginger, and molasses, creating a fragrant, comforting drink. The process involves simmering the milk with spices and ginger, frothing it for a silky texture, and blending everything into a dark, aromatic cup with a frothy top. The final appearance is a warm, inviting mug topped with foam and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Drinks
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 shot Espresso or strong coffee
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger grated about a teaspoon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon Molasses unsulphured preferred
  • 250 ml Milk dairy or plant-based
  • 1 teaspoon Honey or sugar adjust to taste
  • Cinnamon stick or nutmeg Garnish optional

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Grater
  • Frother or jar with lid
  • Measuring spoons
  • Thermometer (optional)

Method
 

  1. Brew a shot of strong espresso and set it aside.
  2. Grate about a teaspoon of fresh ginger using a microplane or fine grater, then add it to a small saucepan along with the ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and a tablespoon of molasses.
  3. Pour the milk into the saucepan with the spice mixture and warm gently over low heat, stirring occasionally, until steaming and fragrant—about 5 to 7 minutes. Do not let it boil.
  4. Once the milk is warmed, stir in the brewed espresso and adjust sweetness with honey or sugar, tasting as you go.
  5. Froth the milk using a handheld frother or shake it vigorously in a jar with a lid until it’s creamy and frothy, about 20 to 30 seconds.
  6. Pour the hot, frothy latte into a mug, spooning a little foam on top. Garnish with a cinnamon stick or a pinch of nutmeg if desired.