Eggnog Latte (Starbucks Copycat Recipe)

Name: Eggnog Latte (Starbucks Copycat)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1-2 shots of espresso; ½ cup eggnog; ¼ cup 2% milk; Cinnamon or nutmeg for topping; Optional: whipped cream

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Making an eggnog latte at home couldn't be easier! Enjoy the seasonal flavors and make this cozy coffee drink in under 5 minutes.

eggnog latte topped with a cinnamon stick and star anise.

Eggnog is a classic holiday flavor that you either really love or really hate. It is a thick and creamy beverage made of milk, sugar, and egg yolks. Nutmeg is the prominent spice that typically flavors eggnog, and it is also commonly spiked with dark rum, bourbon, or whiskey.

Eggnog can be enjoyed hot or cold, and it froths deliciously to accompany espresso in this eggnog latte. Starbucks had an eggnog latte on the menu for years before they discontinued it in 2021, alluding to its fall in popularity. If you miss that drink, you'll love this Starbucks copycat recipe!

This copycat eggnog latte recipe is simple to prepare in under 5 minutes with just 4 ingredients. It's creamy, spicy, and the perfect pick-me-up for the holidays.

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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Ingredient Notes
Step-by-Step Instructions
What to Serve with an Eggnog Latte
Expert Tips
Frequently Asked Questions
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Why You'll Love This Recipe

The perfect holiday flavor! Tastes just like the discontinued Starbucks eggnog latte!
Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less eggnog.
Uses just 4 ingredients.
Made in under 5 minutes. Just brew some espresso and froth the eggnog.
Easy to spike with rum or whiskey.
This recipe is naturally gluten-free and nut-free.

Want more holiday coffee? Try my healthy gingerbread latte, healthier pumpkin spice latte, healthy peppermint mocha and syrups like this brown sugar syrup or classic syrup.

Ingredient Notes

Here are all the ingredients you'll need to make an eggnog latte:

1-2 shots of espresso—brew a single shot or a double shot if you like it stronger. Use instant espresso, a Nespresso machine, strongly brewed coffee, or brewed espresso.
Eggnog—use your favorite high quality eggnog.
2% milk—a little milk cuts the sweetness and creaminess of the eggnog. Skim milk, 1% milk or 2% milk are my recommendations. Whole milk will work fine but will be quite rich.
Cinnamon or nutmeg for topping—I'm not a huge nutmeg fan so I opt for cinnamon.
Optional topping—Whipped cream is delicious on top of an eggnog latte.

Substitutions

There are many ways to change up this latte. Here are some substitution suggestions:

Spike it! Add 1.5 oz of dark rum, brandy, or whiskey for a boozy eggnog latte.
Adjust the sweetness. Adding more or less eggnog to milk ratio will change the sweetness and creaminess of the drink. A dash of maple syrup would be delicious too!

top view of an eggnog latte with a cinnamon stick.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Be sure to read the recipe card below for the full recipe.

(1) Add the eggnog and the milk together to a milk frother. Heat and froth until foamed.

(2) While the milk is frothing, brew your espresso or strong coffee into a medium size mug.

(3) Add the frothed eggnog mixture to the espresso. Stir lightly.

(4) Top with whipped cream if desired then add a dusting of cinnamon or nutmeg if preferred. Enjoy hot!

What to Serve with an Eggnog Latte

This homemade eggnog latte is the perfect way to start Christmas morning. Enjoy it as a festive morning coffee, mid-day pick-me-up, or a boozy late night treat. It's especially delicious with Christmas cookies dipped in the eggnog latte, so here are some suggestions:

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Make Ahead

Note that this latte is best served and consumed fresh after preparing.

Batching

Make a larger quantity of drinks by frothing as much eggnog and milk as your frother allows for. Split the eggnog between espresso shots for smaller, stronger lattes.

Expert Tips

Here are some of my top tips and tricks for a delicious eggnog latte:

Move quick. This drink comes together quickly, so you can enjoy it nice and hot.
Don't add nutmeg into the milk frother. Nutmeg tends to break down the air bubbles in milk foam, so it may not aerate well.
Try to time it so the milk is done frothing when the espresso is done brewing.
Choose a small-medium glass for the perfect proportions of eggnog and espresso.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is eggnog gluten-free?

Yes, eggnog is primarily a dairy and egg beverage, so it should be gluten-free. Be sure to check the label for any extra ingredients.

Does Starbucks still do eggnog lattes?

No, they discontinued the eggnog latte in 2021 due to decreased demand. Good thing you can now make it at home!

Make yourself a cozy eggnog latte this holiday season! It's quicker, easier, and cheaper than going to the coffee shop and you can perfectly customize it to your liking. I hope you enjoy this recipe!

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