This Butterbeer Latte is the perfect winter treat, it’s creamy, light and a great way to warm up on a chilly day. The flavors of this comforting beverage are sure to bring a bit of warmth to your day.
If you love making Skinny Lattes at home, then you will enjoy this recipe as well. No need to go out to a chain coffee shop when you can make this simple recipe at home!
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Starbucks Butterbeer Latte
For Starbucks Secret Menu hack you will be using a few simple ingredients. Espresso and milk are both main ingredients in this homemade latte, which means that you can get in some calcium and protein from the milk.
Why I Love This Recipe
Winter weather got you down? Step away from that hot cocoa and indulge in a delicious latte! A cozy concoction of creamy goodness that you don’t want to miss.
- Ready in under 30 minutes
- Easy to make
- Fills the house with a delicious aroma
- Harry Potter fans will love this hot latte
If you love coffee then next time you may want to check out this Coffee Mousse recipe.
Ingredients
You only need a few ingredients to help you make this delicious recipe. All of these ingredients can be found at your local grocery store, if you don’t have them on hand already in your pantry or coffee station.
Caramel Sauce – This is not the same as syrup. It’s a thicker/sweet sauce that is usually used for decorating the cup and topping. You can find it in the coffee aisle or near the ice cream toppings.
Espresso – Use your favorite espresso. I like to use Starbucks brand, but you can use any type that you choose.
Coffee Syrups – You will need caramel and toffee nut syrup for this recipe. Both of these can be found in the coffee aisle of your local grocery store.
Substitutions
Coffee: Espresso really works best for this drink, but you can use cold brew instead if you need to.
Milk: I use dairy milk, but you can use your favorite milk, like oat milk, coconut milk, or almond milk for this drink recipe.
Variations / Options / Add-Ins
There are so many ways you can customize this recipe to your liking.
Boozy: Add a shot of Bailey’s or Kahlua for an adult version.
Topping: Make it even sweeter by topping it with whipped cream and sprinkles.
Flavor Boost: Add some nutmeg or cinnamon for extra flavor.
Equipment Needed / Helpful Tools
You only need a few kitchen tools to help you make this warm drink.
- coffee mug or coffee cup
- milk steamer
How to Make Butterbeer Latte
Making this homemade latte is so simple. Just follow the directions below and you will feel like the barista of your house in no time at all.
Step 1: Drizzle the caramel sauce into your mug
Drizzle the caramel sauce into your chosen mug.
Step 2: Add the espresso
Pour in the shot of espresso.
Step 3: Mix in the syrup
Stir the caramel syrup and toffee nut syrup into the espresso.
Step 4: Heat the milk and add it to the drink
Use a milk steamer to heat and froth the milk and add to the mug.
Step 5: Drizzle with caramel sauce
Drizzle with caramel sauce, if you prefer an extra caramel drizzle on the top.
Serving Suggestions
I love to serve this latte with a slice of this Raspberry Cream Cheese Galette, Brown Sugar Pecan Cookies or this Air Fryer Bread Pudding.
Pro Tips
Here are a few tips to make sure that your coffee turns out perfectly every time that you make it.
- If you cannot find toffee nut syrup, toast 1/2 cup of pecans and then add to a saucepan with 1 cup of brown sugar and 1 cup of water over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, then reduce to medium-low and reduce liquid by half. Store the mixture in a cool spot in your kitchen.
- Make sure you use a good quality espresso
- Don’t over steam your milk or it will become bitter
- The sweetness of the drink will depend on how much syrup you add, so adjust according to your preference.
- If you love the butterscotch flavor, you can top this drink with butterscotch bits or even caramel bits.
- Add more flavor by adding a small dash of vanilla extract to this sweet recipe from the wizarding world.
- If you happen to spill your coffee while you’re making it, don’t worry, here’s how to get a coffee stain out of a carpet.
FAQs
Do you have questions about this recipe? Here are the answers to the most commonly asked questions for this sweet drink recipe.
Butterbeer coffee is a unique combination of sweet and creamy flavors. The espresso is balanced with the sweetness of the caramel sauce, the toffee nut syrup, and the frothed milk.
Yes, you can substitute regular coffee for espresso, however it will not be as strong. You can use a stronger blend of brewed coffee or increase the amount to compensate.
Yes, you can make this recipe dairy free by substituting your favorite non-dairy milk alternative. Oat milk, coconut milk, and almond milk work great in this recipe!
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📋 Recipe
Butterbeer Latte
Equipment
- coffee mug
- milk steamer
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon Caramel Sauce
- 1 cup Prepared Espresso
- 2 teaspoons Caramel Syrup or to taste
- 2 teaspoons Toffee Nut Syrup or to taste
- 1/2 cup Milk
Instructions
- Drizzle the caramel sauce into your chosen mug.
- Pour in the prepared espresso.
- Stir the caramel syrup and toffee nut syrup into the espresso.
- Use a milk steamer to heat and froth the milk and add to the mug.
- Drizzle with additional caramel sauce, if desired.
Notes
- If you cannot find toffee nut syrup, toast 1/2 cup of pecans and then add to a saucepan with 1 cup of brown sugar and 1 cup of water over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, then reduce to medium-low and reduce liquid by half. Store the mixture in a cool spot in your kitchen.
- Make sure you use a good quality espresso.
- Don’t over steam your milk or it will become bitter.
- The sweetness of the drink will depend on how much syrup you add, so adjust according to your preference.
- If you love the butterscotch flavor, you can top this drink with butterscotch bits or even caramel bits.
- Add more flavor by adding a small dash of vanilla extract to this sweet recipe from the wizarding world.