Eggnog Latte
Servings: 1 Serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee or 1-2 shots of espresso, to taste
- 1 to 2 tablespoons light brown sugar to taste
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ cup eggnog
- ½ cup milk whole milk recommended
- ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg plus more for garnish, if desired
Instructions
To Make a Hot Eggnog Latte
- Prepare the Coffee: Brew 1 cup of strong coffee or prepare 1-2 shots of espresso. Stir in the light brown sugar and vanilla extract until dissolved.1 cup strong brewed coffee, 1 to 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Heat the Eggnog Mixture: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the eggnog, milk, and ground nutmeg. Heat until it begins to lightly simmer, then remove from heat.½ cup eggnog, ½ cup milk, ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Froth the Eggnog Mixture: Use a milk frother, immersion blender, or whisk to froth the heated mixture until foamy.
- Combine: Pour the frothed eggnog mixture over the prepared coffee. Stir gently to combine.
- Optional Garnish: Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with ground cinnamon or nutmeg, if desired.
To Make an Iced Eggnog Latte
- Prepare the Coffee: Brew 1 cup of strong coffee or prepare 1-2 shots of espresso. Allow to cool, then stir in the light brown sugar and vanilla extract until dissolved.1 cup strong brewed coffee, 1 to 2 tablespoons light brown sugar, ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Combine: In a bowl combine the cold eggnog, milk, and ground nutmeg.½ cup eggnog, ½ cup milk, ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Assemble: Fill a glass with ice. Pour the cooled coffee mixture over the ice, then top with the eggnog mixture. Gently stir to combine.
- Optional Garnish: Add whipped cream and sprinkle with cinnamon or nutmeg, if desired.
Notes
- The calories listed are an approximation based on the ingredients in the recipe card and a serving size of 1 (16 ounce) drink. Actual calories will vary.
- Cold brew works well in place of coffee/espresso in the iced version.
- Either store-bought or homemade eggnog works in this recipe.
Nutrition Facts
Eggnog Latte
Serving Size
1 drink
Amount per Serving
Calories
240
% Daily Value*
Fat
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
6
g
38
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.4
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Cholesterol
90
mg
30
%
Sodium
123
mg
5
%
Potassium
528
mg
15
%
Carbohydrates
28
g
9
%
Fiber
0.1
g
0
%
Sugar
28
g
31
%
Protein
10
g
20
%
Vitamin A
460
IU
9
%
Vitamin C
2
mg
2
%
Calcium
331
mg
33
%
Iron
0.4
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
