Vanilla Spice Latte
Prep Time
minutes
Cook Time
minutes
Total Time
minutes
Serving
size
Rich, comforting, and infused with seasonal spice, this Vanilla Spice Latte is like a warm hug in a cup. Featuring a homemade syrup of vanilla, cinnamon, and nutmeg, this cozy drink blends perfectly with espresso and steamed milk. Whether it’s a chilly morning or an afternoon pick-me-up, this latte delivers café-worthy flavor from the comfort of your kitchen.
Ingredients
For the latte:
- 12 ounces espresso brewed coffee
- 6 cups milk
- 12 tablespoons vanilla spice flavoring syrup (recipe follows)
Vanilla spice flavoring syrup:
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste, or 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
Preparation
For the flavoring syrup:
- In a saucepan over medium heat, dissolve the sugar into the water and stir in the vanilla and spices.
- Allow to cool slightly and pour into a glass container for storage.
- Store any unused in the refrigerator.
To make Vanilla spice lattes:
- Combine 2 ounces espresso coffee with ½ cup milk and 2 tablespoons syrup.
- Top with cinnamon, grated nutmeg and whipped cream for garnish.




