Sugar Cookie Latte (Starbucks Copycat)
This sugar cookie latte recipe is a delicious copycat of the original Starbucks drink. Skip the drive through and save your money with this holiday favorite!
When Starbucks comes out with new holiday drinks in their seasonal menu, I am always the first person in line. Celebrating the holiday season with a festive Starbucks cup and hot coffee to start the day is my favorite!
Everyone knows that I am a Starbucks addict; I love the coffee, the baristas, the swag and the entire coffee experience. But when I can’t make it to my favorite cafe, creating a Starbucks copycat drink at home is the next best thing!
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My good friend Rachael has been a barista at Starbucks for years and is great about giving me tips to make the perfect drink! Any Starbucks copycat recipe should always start with this Starbucks ground coffee available on Amazon.
What is a Starbucks Sugar Cookie Latte made with?
The main ingredients in this latte recipe are espresso, milk, simple syrup and vanilla extract. You can find everything you need at the grocery store at a fraction of the cost of daily drive through.
If you don’t have an espresso maker, that’s okay! Simply use Starbucks dark roast to make a rich, strong brewed coffee instead.
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How to make steamed milk at home:
One of my favorite parts of any latte, is the frothy milk. It’s easy to make steamed milk at home by simply heating the milk in the microwave and then whipping it with a milk frother or immersion blender.
I love, love, love my Keurig single serve coffee maker that comes with a built in frother. I’ve also used one of these all in one, milk frother and steamers which are a great option to have at home if you are making a lot of lattes.
How to make simple syrup:
Combine hot water and sugar in a small bowl and stir until the sugar dissolves.
How to make a Sugar Cookie Latte:
Ingredients:
- Brewed strong coffee – I love this ground Espresso from Starbucks.
- Milk, frothed – you can use half and half or cream too.
- Simple syrup – made with 1/4 cup hot water, 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Starbucks sugar cookie syrup could be used as well.
- Vanilla and almond extract – brings a rich flavor to this latte.
- White chocolate chips – these Ghirardelli ones are a favorite!
- Christmas sprinkles– red & green sprinkles, colored sugar would work too.
Directions:
1. Pour the coffee into a 16 oz mug.
This gorgeous hand crafted mug is from a local potter in Vernon, you can find her at Wild Tree Studio.
2. Add 2 tablespoons of simple syrup and stir.
3. Add white chocolate chips to the mug and stir
4. Add extracts and stir.
5. Top with frothed milk and festive sprinkles.
This seasonal drink would be amazing served on a lazy Sunday morning with this delicious french casserole or cinnamon bun casserole. Together they would make a lovely Christmas breakfast or brunch!
Or add a splash of homemade baileys or rum to make a hot toddy, the perfect night cap for those chilly winter evenings.
I could honestly have this Starbucks copycat latte everyday! Especially if I were to make it sugar free with a bit of homemade sugar cookie syrup.
What to serve with this latte:
- This keto cranberry bliss bar is my absolute favorite treat to pair with a good latte!
- We also love these easy, three ingredient peanut butter cookies.
- Or try these Candy Cane Brownie Blossom Cookies for a truly festive treat!
- Get into the holiday spirit with this Starbucks Lattes Christmas cookie recipe.
How to make an iced sugar cookie latte:
- Use cold brew coffee and cold foam over ice.
- Serve in a mason jar with whipped cream.
Love festive drinks as much as I do? Check out these creative ideas and 20+ Starbucks Christmas Drinks!
Inspired by Starbucks:
- Starbucks Hot Chocolate Bomb Recipe
- DIY Starbucks Cup Ornament
- Peppermint Mocha Recipe
- Starbucks Latte Sugar Cookies
- DIY Starbucks Latte Ornament
- Sugar Cookie Latte Recipe
- White Hot Chocolate Recipe
- Polymer Clay Starbucks Ornament
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MY KITCHEN ESSENTIALS FOR DRINKS:
- I love using these mixing pitchers for all of my drinks.
- These silicone spatulas are perfect for mixing and stirring cocktails.
- This Henckel Knife is my favorite for slicing and dicing in the kitchen.
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Sugar Cookie Latter Starbucks Copycat Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups hot brewed coffee
- 4 Tbsps simple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp almond extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup white chocolate chips
Instructions
- 1. Pour the coffee into a 16 oz mug.
- 2. Add 2 tablespoons of simple syrup and stir.
- 3. Add white chocolate chips to the mug and stir
- 4. Add extracts and stir.
- 5. Top with frothed milk and festive sprinkles.
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