Tsr Version of Starbucks Gingerbread Latte by Todd Wilbur
Recreate the cozy magic of your favorite coffeehouse with Todd Wilbur's TSR Version of the Starbucks Gingerbread Latte! This indulgent homemade recipe features a luscious gingerbread syrup made from a blend of warm spices like ginger, cinnamon, and cloves, paired with sweet vanilla and a touch of dark corn syrup for that signature richness. Combined with bold espresso, creamy steamed milk, and topped with a swirl of whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg, this latte is the perfect festive beverage to enjoy at home. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an easy and cost-effective way to savor holiday cheer year-round.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Water
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Dark corn syrup
- 1.25 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 shots Espresso or strong brewed coffee
- 1 cup Milk
- as desired Whipped cream
- for garnish Ground nutmeg
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine the water, granulated sugar, dark corn syrup, ground ginger, ground cinnamon, and ground cloves.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly to dissolve the sugar, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat, and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow the gingerbread syrup to cool slightly.
Brew 2 shots of espresso or prepare 1/2 cup of strong brewed coffee.
In another saucepan or using a milk frother, heat and froth the milk until it is hot and steamy but not boiling.
Add 2-3 tablespoons of the prepared gingerbread syrup (adjust to taste) to the espresso or coffee and stir to combine.
Pour the steamed milk over the spiced coffee mixture, holding back the foam with a spoon. Then spoon the foam on top.
Top with whipped cream and a small sprinkle of ground nutmeg for garnish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Gingerbread Latte!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1066 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.2 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 159 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 248.9 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.5 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 242.7 g | ||
| Protein | 8.9 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 373 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 502 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
