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Gingerbread Latte (Moka Pot)
A cozy gingerbread latte with strong moka pot coffee, warm milk, molasses and gentle winter spices. No espresso machine needed.
Not tested yet We publish a recipe as tested only after making it in our own kitchen.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Total
- 15 min
- Makes
- 1 mug (about 10 oz)
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp (about 15 g) coffee, ground medium-fine
- ¾ cup milk of your choice
- 1 tbsp molasses
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ⅛ tsp ground cinnamon, plus a pinch for the top
- 1 pinch ground nutmeg or cloves, optional
Equipment
- Moka pot (3-cup size)
- Small saucepan
- Whisk or handheld frother
- Mug
Gear for this recipe
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Bialetti Bialetti Moka Express Strong, rich stovetop coffee to mix with milk. Who it suits (Bialetti Moka Express) -
OXO OXO Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder Moving from pre-ground coffee to fresh ground for French press, pour-over and drip. Who it suits (OXO Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder) -
Many brands Handheld milk frother Foamy milk for lattes on a small budget. Who it suits (Handheld milk frother)
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Instructions
- Brew the coffee in the moka pot and take it off the heat when it starts to sputter.
- In a small saucepan, warm the milk with the molasses, ginger and cinnamon. Whisk until steamy but not boiling.
- Froth the milk with a whisk or handheld frother for about 20 seconds.
- Pour the coffee into a mug, add the spiced milk and spoon the foam on top. Dust with a little cinnamon.
Tip: molasses is strong and a little bitter, so start with 1 tablespoon and add more after tasting. Brown sugar or maple syrup works if you don't have any.
No frother? Our guide to making a latte without an espresso machine shows a few ways to froth milk with what you have. Looking for another seasonal drink? See the Pumpkin Spice Latte.