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Celebrate Christmas with this Eggnog latte made right at home. A super simple coffee drink that uses real eggnog instead of creamer.
Looking for more Christmas recipes? Make sure you try our Mexican Hot Chocolate, Christmas Mimosas, and our fun Snickerdoodle Latte.
Warm Up with This Easy Eggnog Latte
There’s something about eggnog lattes that feels like the official start of holiday mornings—cozy, a little indulgent, and just festive enough to make you pause for a moment of joy in the midst of the seasonal chaos. For me, it’s the creamy richness of the eggnog mingling with the warmth of espresso that’s perfection.
Making one at home is as simple as it is satisfying, and the best part? You can tweak the sweetness and spices to create your perfect cup. Plus, you get to skip the drive-thru lines and keep your slippers on. Whether it’s your morning boost, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a way to treat yourself after a day of gift wrapping, this eggnog latte is here to bring a little holiday cheer, one steamy sip at a time.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Budget Friendly: Save money and avoid the coffee shop, these lattes are so easy to make at home and taste even better!
- Simple Ingredients: This recipe only needs 2 ingredients to make at home!
- Cozy: Wam and filled with the comforting flavor and spice of eggnog.
Ingredients Needed
- Dark Brewed Coffee or Espresso: Brew your coffee or espresso according to your regular method for use in this recipe.
- Eggnog: You can use a store bought or homemade eggnog. Use a dairy free or egg free version as needed.
how to make an Eggnog Latte (step-by-step)
- Brew Espresso: Brew espresso according to your preferred method. Or you can brew a dark coffee.
- Warm Eggnog: Pour the eggnog into a small saucepan and heat over medium low heat until scalded, but not boiling. If you’re using a thermometer it should reach 140-150 degrees F.
- Froth the Eggnog: Pour the heated eggnog into a jar or glass. Then use a frother to froth the eggnog until foamy. If you don’t have a hand held frother you can use a whisk.
- Pour: Next, pour the brewed espresso or coffee into the mug. Then pour the eggnog into the mug. As you pour the eggnog into the mug, foam from entering by using a spoon.
- Topping: Spoon the eggnog foam onto the top of the drink. Next, add a sprinkle of nutmeg as a garnish.
Serving
Serve this eggnog latte warm for breakfast or an afternoon treat. It’s a fun pairing for your Christmas breakfast and I recommend serving it with our Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole, Ham and Cheese Croissant Casserole, or Sausage Kolaches.
For an indulgent treat, add a spoon of whipped cream to the top of the latte.
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Eggnog Latte
Ingredients
- ½ cup espresso or dark coffee
- 1 cup eggnog warm
Topping
- ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare the coffee according to your preferred method.
- Pour the eggnog into a saucepan and heat over medium heat until it reaches a temperature between 140-150 degrees F, just scalding it and not bringing it to a simmer.
- Remove the eggnog from the heat, pour it into a jar or cup, and froth using a handheld frother or a whisk.
- Pour the coffee into the mug. Then pour the eggnog into the mug, using a spoon to hold back the foam while pouring.
- Spoon the foam onto the top of the drink, top with a sprinkle of ground nutmeg.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Recipe was first published November 2017. Updated Nov, 2023. Updated again, December 2, 2024.
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