A Cozy Holiday Drink You’ll Crave All Winter
This cozy gingerbread latte is a warm, spiced, and dairy-free seasonal drink made with molasses, maple syrup, and classic holiday spices. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for a comforting winter beverage to share with a friend.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Drink
- Method: Blending and Stovetop Heating
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1¾ cups almond milk
- 1 cup coffee (hot or cooled)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon molasses
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- Whipped cream, for topping (dairy-free or regular)
Instructions
- Add almond milk, coffee, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, vanilla extract, molasses, and maple syrup to a blender.
- Blend until all ingredients are well combined and smooth.
- Transfer the mixture to a small saucepan and heat over medium heat until steaming and hot, about 5 minutes.
- Divide the hot mixture into two mugs.
- Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.
Notes
- Use any plant-based milk like oat or soy for variations.
- Adjust the amount of maple syrup to taste for sweetness preference.
- Add a pinch of cloves or cardamom for deeper spice flavor.
- Use decaf coffee for a caffeine-free version.
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