Absolutely — here are three homemade latte recipes that bring major café vibes, but better flavor and way more customization. You’ll save money and impress yourself, promise.
1. Vanilla Maple Latte (Smooth & Naturally Sweet)
Ingredients:
- 1 shot espresso (or ½ cup strong brewed coffee)
- ¾ cup milk (any kind – oat milk is especially creamy)
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Brew your espresso or coffee.
- Heat and froth the milk (stovetop or microwave, then shake in a jar or use a frother).
- Stir maple syrup and vanilla into your coffee.
- Pour frothed milk over it. Optional: dust with cinnamon or nutmeg.
Why it’s better: No artificial syrups, and maple + vanilla? Next level.
2. Coconut Mocha Latte (Rich & Tropical)
Ingredients:
- 1 shot espresso
- ¾ cup coconut milk (from a can for richness or carton for lighter)
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp sugar or coconut sugar
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions:
- Mix cocoa, sugar, and salt with a splash of hot coffee to make a paste.
- Add the rest of the coffee and stir.
- Heat and froth the coconut milk, then pour over.
- Optional: top with shaved dark chocolate or toasted coconut.
Why it’s better: That deep mocha flavor + coconut is dreamy and dairy-free.
3. Honey Lavender Latte (Floral & Cozy)
Ingredients:
- 1 shot espresso
- ¾ cup milk (whole or oat works best)
- 1 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp dried culinary lavender (or 1 tsp lavender syrup)
Instructions:
- Steep lavender in hot milk for 5 minutes, then strain (skip this step if using syrup).
- Reheat the milk if needed, then froth.
- Stir honey into your espresso or coffee.
- Add the lavender-infused milk on top.
Why it’s better: Relaxing, soothing, and something Starbucks only wishes they nailed.
Want a seasonal twist or sugar-free version of any of these? I got you.