Description
A creamy, dairy-free autumn latte made with full-fat coconut milk, real maple syrup, and warming spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. This quick 5-minute drink offers a rich, velvety coffee experience without dairy.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (240ml) strong coffee (espresso, cold brew concentrate, or strong drip coffee)
- 1/2 cup (120ml) full-fat canned coconut milk
- 1–2 tablespoons Grade B (dark) maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 pinch nutmeg
- 1 pinch cardamom (optional)
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 cinnamon stick (for garnish/stirring)
- Whipped coconut cream (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Brew your coffee strong. If using drip coffee, use twice the amount of grounds. Set aside, keeping it hot.
- Scoop the thick cream from the can of full-fat coconut milk into a small saucepan. Add the rest of the coconut water if a lighter drink is preferred.
- Add the maple syrup, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, nutmeg, and salt to the coconut milk in the saucepan.
- Heat the milk mixture over medium-low heat. Do not let it boil; aim for a temperature around 150-160°F (steaming but not simmering).
- While heating, use a handheld milk frother to whip the milk into microfoam. If no frother is available, whisk vigorously.
- Pour the hot coffee into a mug.
- Slowly pour the hot, spiced milk over the coffee, holding back the foam with a spoon to let it sit on top.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon and nutmeg. Stir with a cinnamon stick and serve immediately.
Notes
Do not boil the coconut milk as it can separate or taste metallic. Use full-fat canned coconut milk for best frothing and creaminess. Toasting spices in a dry pan before adding to milk enhances flavor. Warm your mug with hot water before serving to keep the drink hot longer. This drink is best made fresh; do not freeze.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
Keywords: dairy-free latte, fall drink, cinnamon maple latte, coconut milk coffee, vegan breakfast, autumn recipe, gluten-free drink