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Sipping on this warm, comforting oat milk honey latte is a lovely way to start the day. With just 4 simple ingredients like coffee, milk, honey, and vanilla, I can have this cozy drink ready in under 10 minutes, which makes it perfect for the holiday season.
This honey cafe latte is the perfect budget-friendly drink to enjoy whenever I need a boost of caffeine! While it is lovely for the morning, this honey bee latte is equally desirable as an afternoon pick-me-up. With a recipe this easy, there’s no need to spend extra money on coffee shop drinks every day. It tastes like it came from a professional barista, but it’s healthier and more budget-friendly. I also love mixing things up with other fun lattes, like a creamy ube latte or a fragrant lavender latte, to keep my coffee routine exciting.
For me, the real fun begins with frothing the milk, which adds extra creaminess and makes the latte indulgent. I usually use a simple hand frother, but sometimes I go for an electric frother, an immersion blender, or even my regular blender. In just a few minutes, I have a delicious latte ready to enjoy. I like to add a pinch of cinnamon, then sit back and enjoy this lightly sweet honey oat latte. I have to warn you, it quickly became my new favorite coffee drink after the very first sip!
I love this honey cinnamon oat milk latte because it has become a little morning ritual in our home. My husband declared it the best homemade latte he had ever tasted. It only takes a few minutes to make, and now it’s our go-to drink to enjoy together before starting the day.
I heat the oat milk with a bit of vanilla, brew a shot of espresso, and stir in honey. Then I top it with frothy milk for a creamy finish. The honey blends perfectly with the espresso, and the froth adds an extra touch that makes it amazing. It’s easy to customize too, I sometimes add a sprinkle of cinnamon or a dash of nutmeg, or swap in maple syrup instead of honey.
This honey latte is perfect for anyone who wants a coffee shop-style treat at home. I made a batch for a friend recently, and she couldn’t stop talking about it while we sat at the kitchen table. It saves money, tastes indulgent, and has become a little daily ritual my family enjoys together. This latte is always a small moment of happiness in our day.
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🥘 Ingredients
This oat milk honey latte copycat recipe only needs a few simple ingredients that I usually have on hand. Here’s what I need:
Oat Milk: I love using unsweetened oat milk for lattes because it adds a slight sweetness and a creamy texture that works perfectly in this honey oat milk latte.
Vanilla Extract: I add pure vanilla extract because it pairs great with the creamy oat milk and soothing honey.
Espresso: A shot of espresso gives me the perfect caffeine boost in this oat milk coffee.
Honey: Honey is my go-to star ingredient in this latte, adding just the right hint of sweetness and extra flavor.
Ground Cinnamon: I like to sprinkle a little cinnamon on top to finish the latte. Not only does it taste amazing, but it also has great health benefits like helping balance blood sugar and reducing inflammation.
Substitutions
Milk: I use any milk I like for this recipe. I sometimes go for regular whole milk, and other times I use dairy-free options like unsweetened almond or soy milk.
Vanilla: I like using vanilla-flavored nut milk, but I sometimes experiment with almond extract for a different flavor.
🔪 How To Make
With very minimal effort, this oatmilk honey latte recipe can be mastered by even a first time at-home barista! Here is how I make this delicious drink:
Simmer Milk, Prepare Espresso: In the first step, I heat the milk and vanilla extract over medium heat until it just starts to simmer. Meanwhile, I prepare the espresso shot.
Add Honey To Coffee: Next, I add the honey to my hot coffee and stir until it melts.
Froth Milk: I remove the heated milk and froth it using a milk frother.
Assemble Latte: I pour the warm milk into my espresso, top it with milk froth, and sprinkle with cinnamon if I’m using it. For the best results, I serve it right away and enjoy it immediately.
My #1 Secret Tip for this recipe is to froth the milk really well. When I do not have my frother nearby, I use an immersion blender or a handheld whisk, and sometimes I pour the hot milk into a blender and blend it until it becomes light and frothy.
Other Tips To Keep In Mind:
- Allergy Benefits: If I’m dealing with seasonal allergies, I use a local honey because it can help provide some relief. It’s an extra win on top of this tasty coffee drink!
- Adjust Sweetness: If I’m in the mood for something sweet, I add an extra tablespoon of honey. If I want to keep it lighter, I just drizzle a little on top of my oat milk latte.
- For 2 Drinks: If I want to make 2 honey cinnamon oat milk lattes, I simply double the recipe and brew two espresso shots.
📖 Variations
I like to switch up my honey cinnamon oat milk latte by trying different plant-based milks, sweeteners, or flavor additions to match my mood and taste.
Pumpkin Spice: I love turning my honey latte into a pumpkin version by stirring in a spoonful of pumpkin puree into the milk. I finish it off with a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice on the frothy milk and sometimes swap the espresso for a cozy fall blend coffee.
Iced Honey: For more of a cold brew vibe, I make my espresso in the espresso maker and pour 1 shot over a cup of cold milk in a glass filled with a handful of ice cubes. Then I stir in some honey and a dash of vanilla extract!
Honey Cappuccino: I use 1/2 the amount of regular oat milk and double the frothed milk to turn this hot oat milk drink into a delicious cappuccino.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
I love to garnish my honeycomb latte with a cinnamon stick and a swirl of honey on top. It’s perfect on its own, but I also like pairing it with some of my favorite breakfast treats. I often enjoy it with healthy apple carrot muffins, which add a gentle sweetness and a bit of texture. Another favorite of mine is gluten-free banana muffins, which go perfectly with the warm spiced latte.
Sometimes, I like to make breakfast a little more indulgent. I’ll pair my latte with healthy cinnamon rolls, which bring a soft, aromatic touch to the morning. Croffles are another favorite of mine; the crispiness of the waffle-like croissant pairs wonderfully with the creamy honey latte.
🧊 Storage Directions
Refrigerating: I like to enjoy this oat milk honey latte right away when it’s hot and fresh, but if I have leftovers, I store them in a mason jar in the fridge for up to one day. I don’t recommend freezing it since the texture and flavor won’t hold up.
Freezing: I don’t recommend freezing this honey latte.
Reheating: I pour it into a small saucepan and gently reheat over medium-low heat.
❓Recipe FAQs
Heating the milk too much or for too long can make it separate. I always warm it gently and froth it just before serving to keep it creamy.
I usually froth my milk with a handheld whisk or an immersion blender, but sometimes I pour the hot milk into a regular blender and blend until it’s nice and frothy. I make sure the milk is warm, not boiling, so it stays smooth and creamy.
I like using oat milk for my honey latte, but almond milk, soy milk, or any other plant-based milk works too. If the milk is unsweetened, I usually adjust the honey a bit to get the sweetness right.
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Oatmilk Honey Latte
Sipping on this warm, comforting oat milk honey latte is a lovely way to start the day. With just 4 simple ingredients like coffee, milk, honey, and vanilla, I can have this cozy drink ready in under 10 minutes, which makes it perfect for the holiday season.
Servings: 1
Calories: 113kcal
- My #1 Secret Tip for this recipe is to froth the milk really well. When I do not have my frother nearby, I use an immersion blender or a handheld whisk, and sometimes I pour the hot milk into a blender and blend it until it becomes light and frothy.
- Allergy Benefits: If I’m dealing with seasonal allergies, I use a local honey because it can help provide some relief. It’s an extra win on top of this tasty coffee drink!
- Adjust Sweetness: If I’m in the mood for something sweet, I add an extra tablespoon of honey. If I want to keep it lighter, I just drizzle a little on top of my oat milk latte.
- For 2 Drinks: If I want to make 2 honey cinnamon oat milk lattes, I simply double the recipe and brew two espresso shots.
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 113kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 62mg | Potassium: 109mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 13g
