Eggnog lattes are my favorite way to enjoy eggnog. Eggnog’s rich, creamy, lightly sweet, and spicy flavor pairs perfectly with freshly brewed espresso. A huge thank you to the person who invited me for an eggnog latte. One of my favorite espresso drinks.
This is also a drink that you can easily make at home. With minimal ingredients for a complex flavor, an eggnog latte is the perfect seasonal treat when you’re looking for a little caffeine boost.
Related: Do you love classic espresso-based drinks? Next, learn how to make a proper cortado, macchiato, affogato, espresso martini, or cappuccino.
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Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to brew a rich, concentrated espresso shot.
The secret to a delicious latte is perfectly frothed milk, or in this case, eggnog. If you have an espresso machine with a steam wand, place the steam wand just below the surface of the milk and turn it on.
Tilt the pitcher slightly to create a swirling motion. Continue steaming until the eggnog doubles in volume and has a smooth, velvety texture.
If you don’t have a steam wand, you can heat the milk on the stove and froth it by hand. milk frother Stir until foamy.
Pour espresso into a mug with simple syrup and top with hot, frothy eggnog. Optionally sprinkle with a little nutmeg.
best home espresso maker
We’ve tried many espresso makers over the years, and here are our favorites at various price points and skill levels.
- Cafe fully automatic espresso machine – my current machine. Whole beans are used, so using high-quality beans will yield high-quality espresso. Automatically create espresso shots (no barista skills required) and includes a milk frother wand to heat and froth milk. I bought this machine last Christmas and have used it almost every day since. I like it very much. There are 3 colors available.
- stovetop espresso – This is the cheapest way to make espresso at home. It is more labor intensive and also requires a method of grinding the beans for best results. However, this is a classic method and can be very effective if done well.
- breville barista touch – I once bought this for my best friend as a wedding present and she said she loved it. Although it is a high-end machine and requires barista skills to operate, it is an excellent home espresso maker.
- nespresso virtuo – For those who want an espresso maker that uses pods, this is my favorite. Depending on the pod you use, you can make espresso or coffee.
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Rich and creamy latte made with eggnog
Instructions
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Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to brew a rich, concentrated espresso shot.
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The secret to a delicious latte is perfectly frothed milk, or in this case, eggnog. If you have an espresso machine with a steam wand, place the steam wand just below the surface of the milk and turn it on.
-
Tilt the pitcher slightly to create a swirling motion. Continue steaming until the eggnog doubles in volume and has a smooth, velvety texture.
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If you don’t have a steam wand, you can heat the milk on the stove and froth it by hand. milk frother Stir until foamy.
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Pour espresso into a mug with simple syrup and top with hot, frothy eggnog.
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Optionally sprinkle with a little nutmeg.
Note
Simple syrup is optional in this recipe. I think most eggnog lattes are sweetened, but it’s a very rich and creamy drink, so you can leave it unsweetened. Many eggnog recipes already contain sugar anyway.
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eggnog latte
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