Eggnog Latte

a rich and creamy latte made with eggnog

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Keyword eggnog, espresso

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Servings

Calories 280kcal

Author Emma Chapman

Equipment

espresso maker

Ingredients

1 shot espresso
1 cup eggnog
1 tablespoon simple syrup

Instructions

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions to extract a rich, concentrated shot of espresso.
The secret to a luscious latte lies in perfectly frothed milk, or in this case eggnog. If you have an espresso machine with a steam wand, place the 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 has doubled in volume and has a smooth, velvety texture.
If you don’t have a steam wand, you can heat the milk on the stovetop and whisk by hand or use a milk frother vigorously until it becomes frothy.
Pour the espresso into a mug along with the simple syrup, then pour the hot and frothy eggnog on top.
Sprinkle on a little nutmeg, optional.

Notes

The simple syrup is optional in this recipe. While I think most eggnog lattes do get sweetened, it's such a rich and creamy drink that if you want to leave it unsweetened, that's fine too. Many eggnog recipes already contain some sugar anyway.

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