Starbucks Eggnog Latte

5 from 3 votes

This Starbucks-inspired eggnog latte is a festive holiday drink made with strong brewed espresso, steamed eggnog, and cozy spice.

Prep Time5

Cook Time5

Total Time10

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: eggnog latte, eggnog latte starbucks, starbucks eggnog latte

Servings: serving

4 ounces boiling water
1 to 2 teaspoons instant espresso powder I use Medaglia D'Oro Instant Espresso Coffee (you want a strong cup of coffee)
¼ cup milk (use skim or 2%)
½ cup eggnog
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
½ tablespoon light brown sugar
⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon or to taste
pinch of nutmeg or to taste, plus more for dusting
whipped cream optional, for topping

Brew the coffee. Stir the espresso powder into the hot water and set aside.
Mix the eggnog mixture. In a glass measuring cup combine milk, eggnog, vanilla, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Whisk until thoroughly combined.
Make it frothy. Heat the eggnog mixture in the microwave for 1 minute and 30 seconds, or until the milk starts to froth up. Stir, and return the mixture to the microwave for an additional 30 seconds, or until the milk froths up again.
Combine. Remove the eggnog mixture from the microwave and slowly add the brewed coffee, stirring constantly.
Serve. Top your eggnog latte with whipped cream, dust with nutmeg, and enjoy!