Healthy Gingerbread Latte
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This Healthy Gingerbread Latte is paleo, refined sugar free + easy to make! A much healthier version of the classic Starbucks holiday drink.
There’s nothing cozier than sipping a warm gingerbread latte on a chilly day!
This Healthy Homemade Gingerbread Latte is super easy to make and uses minimal ingredients. Naturally free of refined sugar, dairy-free, and gluten-free, it’s a festive treat that anyone can enjoy if they’re looking for some fancier coffee!
I am the type of person who can (and does) eat gingerbread all year round. I love the mix of sweet and spiciness that comes with it. It’s so perfect in cakes, cookies, and drinks – like this yummy gingerbread latte!
P.S..If you’re looking for other holiday recipes, check out these Healthy Christmas Recipes!
What makes this Gingerbread Latte healthy?
- No added sugar – This latte has no added sugar other than pure molasses (if you want!), compared to Starbucks’ which has 30g of sugar per one tall latte (crazy!!)
- Dairy-free – Using almond milk in this latte helps keep it lower in fat, and gives it a rich taste with no dairy necessary!
- Simple ingredients – This latte is made with just almond milk, spices, espresso, and molasses as a sweetener if you choose!
This time of year is traditionally filled with tons of treats and LOTS of sugar. Which is totally fine. You only get to have these things once a year. Why should you deprive yourself of the things you love?!
I do, however, try to be mindful about just how much sugar I’m intaking. If I’m going to enjoy something, I want it to be made with high quality, delicious ingredients.
That’s why I came up with this recipe! I used to love Starbucks’ Gingerbread Lattes. Long before they discontinued their version, I made my own dairy-free & refined sugar-free version that only has 6 real food ingredients. We love it at our house and I think you’ll love it at your home to this winter!
Ingredients
To make this recipe you’ll need:
- almond milk or milk of choice – oat milk, whole milk
- espresso – we use Nespresso but you can use instant espresso too
- ground cinnamon, ground ginger + nutmeg – these give you the best gingerbread flavors
- molasses – can substitute for maple syrup or honey
If you want to sweeten your latte, you’ll also need molasses, which isn’t pictured below. We prefer our latte’s unsweetened and sugar-free – so we didn’t include it in the image, but it is in the recipe for you if you’d like!
Substitutions
Can I make this whole30? Yes, omit the molasses.
Honey/ Maple Syrup: You can use either in place of molasses but it will not have as much of a ‘gingerbread-y’ taste.
Milk: You can use any milk in this recipe and it will work just fine. I prefer dairy-free milk but if you like whole milk and don’t follow any specific diet feel free to use that! Homemade almond milk or walnut milk go great in this recipe too.
Can I make this without an espresso machine? Our Nespresso is one of the most used kitchen utensils that we have and I think it is well worth the $$ (If you buy even ONE latte a week at Starbucks and make it at home instead this will pay for itself!) You could sub in 1/2 cup coffee to this recipe but it will not have the same amount of caffeine and may taste a little watered down… Treat yourself and get the Nespresso machine (They’re less than $110!)
Can I make this without a frother? Yes! You can whisk the milk vigorously in the pan and it will get super frothy!
We have a Nespresso machine that we got years ago and LOVE. It’s seriously the best. If you drink a lot of lattes/espresso coffee drinks – you will love having this in your kitchen!
Cooking Instructions
Making a gingerbread latte is pretty easy to do at home!
- Simply heat your almond milk over medium heat in a small saucepan. Bring it to a simmer and stir in your spices (and molasses if you’re using it!). Froth or whisk together.
- While it’s heating up, brew your espresso. Pour the milk mixture into a mug and top with espresso. That’s it!
If you’re looking for the perfect thing to cozy up with this winter, this skinny gingerbread latte is totally for you.
It couldn’t be easier to make (under 5 minutes) and will totally leave you feeling festive without a sugar headache or stomach ache.
Healthy holiday desserts to enjoy with a latte
- Healthy Gingerbread Muffins
- Peppermint Mocha Muffins
- Healthy Gingerbread Loaf
- Gingerbread Breakfast Cookies
- Healthy Anginetti Cookies
Other Healthy Coffee Drink Recipes
Healthy Gingerbread Latte
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1/4 cup espresso (1-2 oz shot)
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
- sprinkle ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon molasses or maple syrup
Instructions
- Warm almond milk in the microwave or stovetop until it is at your preferred temperature.
- Whisk together almond milk, spices and molasses for approximately 30 seconds until everything is thoroughly combined. Pour into a mug + top with espresso.
I haven’t made this yet, but noticed there isn’t any sweetener? Is it supposed to be unsweetened? Seems like the 1/2 tsp molasses won’t be anywhere near enough sweetener to sweeten. Just wondering?
you can use more molasses or maple syrup! it calls for 1 tsp!
Can this latte be made with tea in lieu of coffee? I’m not a coffee drinker. Thank you. Love Gingerbread anything!!!
Hi Ginny, Unfortunately I wouldn’t recommend that. I think it would taste watered down. We have some other gingerbread recipes on our site thought that don’t have coffee! and are some of my favorites!
Thanks to your recommendation I got the Nespresso maker you link and have fallen in love with it. Finally made this recipe this morning and it was so easy! And it tasted amazing, of course. I’ve never had a gingerbread latte before so I don’t have anything to compare it to, but this one is super tasty!
Woo! I’m so glad you’re loving your nespresso!
I’ve been making this every morning, it’s so easy to make AND delicious!
Thank you so much, Gloria! I’m so happy you like it!
Instead of going to Starbucks I’ve been trying to make my own drinks at home. This recipe was so good, not too sweet and it has the perfect gingerbread flavor! I used Oatly Barista “milk” because we’re dairy and nut free and it was a great substitute.
Thanks for this recipe! It’s perfect for the season.
Yay! I’m so glad you liked it, Teresa! This is way cheaper (and better!) than Starbucks!
I am so ready for fall and cooler weather. This was exactly what I needed today. Thank you for the recipe.
Glad you liked it, Robin! I’m ready for fall too!!
30g of sugar in one tall Starbucks latte?! I didn’t know! Maybe that explains the extra weight I gained these past few months. Ugh, I should really stop myself from drinking to much of those. Maybe I should try this recipe instead. Would love to try it soon. Thanks for sharing this recipe 🙂 xoxo
Hi Kyla – Crazy, right?!! Definitely give this one a try!!