Starbucks Eggnog Latte

This Starbucks Eggnog Latte is the perfect copycat holiday favourite made with steamed eggnog and espresso, then topped with nutmeg.

Ingredients in this drink

You don't need much to make this easy holiday drink! Here's what you need:

• 2 espresso shots
• 1/2 cup eggnog
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 pinch nutmeg
• Whipped cream, to serve

How to make an eggnog latte

1. Steam milk and eggnog together to froth
2. Brew espresso shots in a large mug.
3. Pour steamed milk/eggnog mixture overtop of espresso shots, stirring gently.
4. Finish off the drink with whipped cream if desired, then sprinkle with nutmeg. Serve and enjoy!

Ingredient substitutions

• Espresso – If you don’t have espresso beans, use the darkest roast you have and brew it extra strong. Grind the beans as fine as you can and use 1 1/2 to 2 times the coffee you would normally use when making coffee. You can also use instant espresso and make it according to the directions on the container.
• Eggnog – There are so many different versions of eggnog available this time of year that you should have no problem finding the perfect style of eggnog to make your own lattes. Sugar-free and dairy-free eggnogs will also work in this.
• Milk – Milk helps thin the eggnog in the latte a bit and make it less overpowering. Use your favorite milk or plain or vanilla-flavored, non-sweetened, plant-based milk substitute.
• Nutmeg – This is the distinctive seasoning you get on top of all the seasonal drinks. Use cinnamon or just leave it off if you don’t have any or don’t like it.
• Whipped cream – Use your favorite non-dairy substitute to top off the drink or just skip it if you don’t want the extra calories.

How to make homemade eggnog

If you can’t find an eggnog that you like in the supermarket, it is pretty easy to make it yourself at home.

One fantastic benefit of making homemade eggnog is that it won’t have the preservatives, artificial flavors and extra sugar that Starbucks and most store brands of eggnog have.

You can use non-dairy substitute for the cream and the milk for the eggnog, if you prefer. The result just won’t be as thick and rich as the original recipe is.

Making it vegan

The recipe below can be made using coconut milk or almond milk, mixed with ground nutmeg and cinnamon. There are also vegan versions of eggnog available in stores.

Does Starbucks eggnog latte contain alcohol?

There is no alcohol in their eggnog latte. The official ingredients of the Starbucks drink are eggnog, milk, espresso, and nutmeg.

Calories in Starbucks' version vs this recipe

When you make it according to the recipe below, the drink has 207 calories and 17 grams of sugar. According to the Starbucks website, there are 450 calories and 59 grams of sugar in one 16-ounce serving of their latte!

The eggnog, whole milk, and extra whipped cream add up to extra calories in the Starbucks version. You might be able to enjoy a second latte if you use my recipe!

Storing and reheating

These are so good that you will want to have them throughout the season! It is best to keep the ingredients in separate containers in the refrigerator, and put them together whenever you are ready. I like to use mason jars with lids, but any airtight container will be fine.

If you make homemade eggnog ahead of time, be sure to use it within 3 days. This is just a precaution, because the fresh eggs in it can spoil.

If you make the entire drink ahead of time, don’t add the whipped cream until the end.

To reheat it, put the milk, eggnog, and espresso in a microwave-safe mug and microwave for 30-second increments until warm. Add the whipped cream and nutmeg on top and enjoy!

More Starbucks recipes

Here are a few other recipes to try if you don’t want to spend time in line for your favorite seasonal drinks.

• Peppermint Mocha
• Cinnamon Dolce Latte
• Salted Caramel Mocha
• Starbucks holiday drinks (5 recipes!)

Meal prep tools for this recipe

• Order some similar clear glass mugs
• Order some Starbucks caramel syrup online