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Sugar Cookie Latte

A cozy holiday-inspired latte that blends the buttery sweetness of sugar cookies with bold espresso, steamed milk, and warm spices for a café-quality drink at home.
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Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 shots espresso or 1 to 2 ounces strong brewed coffee
  • 1 cup whole milk or milk of choice
  • 2 tablespoons sugar cookie syrup store-bought or homemade
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of cinnamon plus more for topping
  • Pinch of nutmeg optional
  • Whipped cream optional topping

Equipment

  • Espresso machine or Moka pot
  • Milk frother or steam wand
  • Measuring spoons
  • Coffee mug (12 to 16 ounces)
  • Small saucepan
  • Spoon for stirring

Method
 

  1. Pull two shots of espresso into your mug or brew 1 to 2 ounces of strong coffee.
  2. Pour 1 cup of whole milk into a pitcher and steam with a steam wand to 150 to 155°F, or heat gently in a small saucepan over medium heat until steaming but not boiling.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons of sugar cookie syrup to the espresso and stir to dissolve.
  4. Mix in 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  5. Sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon and a pinch of nutmeg into the espresso mixture.
  6. Slowly pour the steamed milk into the mug, holding back foam with a spoon to combine gently.
  7. Spoon a small amount of milk foam on top of the latte.
  8. Dust the foam with additional cinnamon and serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Make your sugar cookie syrup in a small batch and store it in a squeeze bottle in the fridge for quick latte prep throughout the week.