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Gingerbread Latte

This cozy gingerbread latte combines warm milk infused with fresh ginger, cinnamon, molasses, and a touch of black pepper to create a fragrant, spicy drink. The mixture is gently heated and strained to achieve a smooth, velvety texture with a rich, aromatic appearance. Perfect for holiday mornings or a comforting treat anytime, it offers a sensory experience of festive spices in every sip.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Holiday
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 inch piece of fresh ginger peeled and grated
  • 2 tablespoons molasses dark and rich
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg or allspice
  • a pinch black pepper freshly ground, optional
  • 2 cups milk dairy or plant-based

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Fine Mesh Sieve
  • Whisk or milk frother
  • Measuring spoons and grater

Method
 

  1. Grate a small piece of fresh ginger and set aside.
  2. Pour the milk into a small saucepan and add the grated ginger, molasses, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and black pepper.
  3. Warm the mixture over low heat, stirring gently with a whisk to dissolve the molasses and evenly distribute the spices. Keep an eye on it until the milk begins to steam, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Let the milk simmer on low for another 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to infuse and the mixture to become fragrant.
  5. Remove the saucepan from heat and strain the milk through a fine mesh sieve into a jug, discarding the spice bits.
  6. Pour the hot, spiced milk into mugs, and froth with a whisk or milk frother for a bubbly, creamy top if desired.
  7. Taste the latte and adjust sweetness by stirring in honey or sugar if needed.
  8. Garnish with a cinnamon stick or a sprinkle of nutmeg for an extra cozy touch.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy the warm, fragrant sip of your homemade gingerbread latte.