Make this easy homemade eggnog latte for the holidays: a cozy, festive hot drink combining eggnog, milk and your favorite coffee or espresso. This homemade version captures the holiday flavors of a classic eggnog latte you might buy at a café, but it’s faster, less expensive, and easy to adapt to your taste and dietary needs.
Eggnog Latte
There’s something about a warm eggnog latte that instantly puts you in a holiday mood. You can recreate that seasonal coffeehouse treat at home in minutes. Whether you use a single-serve espresso machine, a moka pot, or strong brewed coffee, the key is pairing robust coffee with warm, frothy eggnog and a touch of spice. This recipe is flexible: use regular or reduced-fat eggnog, try dairy-free milk, or adjust sweetness and spice to suit your preferences.
Eggnog Latte
A festive holiday latte made with espresso or strong coffee, warm eggnog and a splash of milk. Top with a pinch of nutmeg and optional whipped topping for extra indulgence.
Yield: 1 serving
Serving size: 1 cup
Prep: 0 mins Cook: 5 mins Total: 5 mins
Ingredients
- 2 shots espresso, or 1/2 cup strong concentrated coffee
- 1/4 cup eggnog
- 1/4 cup nonfat milk (or milk of choice)
- Additional sugar or sweetener to taste (optional)
- Pinch of nutmeg, for garnish
- *Optional: reduced-fat whipped topping
Note: For dairy-free options, use almond, oat, or soy milk and a dairy-free eggnog alternative if available. You can also use full-fat eggnog for a richer, creamier latte.
Instructions
- Brew your coffee or pull your espresso shots.
- Warm the eggnog and milk together gently on the stove or in the microwave until hot but not boiling.
- Froth the warmed eggnog and milk. If you have an espresso steam wand, move the wand slowly up and down and side to side until the mixture is thick and foamy. If you don’t have a wand, blend briefly in a countertop blender or use a handheld milk frother.
- Pour the coffee or espresso into a mug. Sweeten to taste, if desired.
- Pour the frothed eggnog and milk over the coffee. Sprinkle a pinch of nutmeg on top and add whipped topping if you like.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade eggnog latte.
Tips & Variations
- If you prefer a stronger coffee flavor, use one extra shot of espresso or a slightly larger amount of strong-brewed coffee.
- To make an iced eggnog latte, chill the eggnog and milk, combine with cold-brewed coffee over ice, and lightly froth or shake to combine.
- Add a dash of cinnamon or a small amount of vanilla extract for additional warmth and complexity.
- For a lighter drink, increase the proportion of milk and reduce the eggnog slightly.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 cup • Calories: 73 kcal
Nutrition values are approximate and will vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.