This gingerbread latte is the perfect Christmas coffee drink. I’m no barista, so I made this in a crockpot, and let me tell you, it turned out perfect! This is a great festive drink that’s ready to enjoy after dinner and makes enough for a crowd. It’s loaded with Christmas spices and brown sugar to really bring the holiday flavor. I like to prep a batch on Sunday and enjoy it all week long.

Two translucent mugs filled with gingerbread latte

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Being that it’s almost Thanksgiving, that means it’s time to start preparing for Christmas, right? It’s time for gingerbread to swoop in and replace pumpkin spice as the flavor of the season. I love gingerbread because it’s the most classic Christmas flavor if you ask me. This Starbucks-inspired gingerbread latte recipe is made in a crockpot, which means it’s super simple. It makes a huge amount, so it’s perfect for Christmas Eve.

What’s in This Gingerbread Latte Recipe?

  • Milk: I like to use whole milk for an extra creamy sip, but this will work well with other dairy or plant-based milks too.
  • Maple Syrup: Adds a subtle sweet flavor to the drink.
  • Brown Sugar: Adds a touch of molasses flavor to the drink.
  • Spices: Ground ginger, cinnamon sticks, ground cloves, and ground nutmeg add a warm and spicy flavor to the drink.
  • Vanilla Extract: Enhances the sweet flavor of the drink.
  • Coffee: I prefer to use espresso, but strongly-brewed coffee also works. Use a blend you love, although I don’t recommend a flavored blend.
Two homemade gingerbread lattes viewed from above
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Tips for Success

  • Keep an eye on your crockpot from time to time, making sure that it doesn’t boil.
  • I rimmed my glasses by dipping them in caramel sauce and crushed graham crackers.

How to Store and Reheat

Store leftover crockpot gingerbread lattes in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Reheat in a pot set over medium-low heat as needed. It’s perfect to have on hand when you are entertaining during the holidays.

Close up on a gingerbread latte topped with whipped cream and caramel sauce
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Crockpot Gingerbread Latte

4.66 from 20 votes
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 5 hours
Total: 5 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 6 lattes
Author: Becky Hardin
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This crockpot gingerbread latte is the perfect Christmas coffee drink. It's loaded with Christmas spices and brown sugar!
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Ingredients 

  • 8 cups whole milk
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 3 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 1 pinch ground cloves
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg
  • cups freshly brewed espresso or strong coffee

Optional Garnishes

Instructions 

  • Add all ingredients to a large slow cooker.
    8 cups whole milk, ¼ cup pure maple syrup, 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar, 3 teaspoons ground ginger, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, 2 cinnamon sticks, 1 pinch ground cloves, ½ teaspoon freshly ground nutmeg, 3½ cups freshly brewed espresso
  • Cook on low for 3 hours or until heated through. Monitor to make sure it doesn’t boil.
  • Turn slow cooker to warm setting and cook for another 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir again right before serving and taste.
  • Dip rims of cups in caramel sauce and then in graham cracker crumbs to create the look above (optional). Top with fresh whipped cream and caramel syrup if desired. For extra fun, top with gingerbread cookies.
    Caramel sauce, Graham cracker crumbs, Gingerbread cookies, Whipped cream

Becky’s Tips

Storage: Store crockpot gingerbread lattes in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Serving: 1latteCalories: 265kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 11gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 39mgSodium: 146mgPotassium: 697mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 528IUVitamin C: 0.3mgCalcium: 422mgIron: 0.4mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Meet Becky Hardin

Becky Hardin is a wife and mother living in Saint Louis Missouri. She founded The Cookie Rookie in 2012 as a creative way to share recipes. Now, she is a trusted resource for easy cooking around the world, being featured in Taste of Home, The Kitchn, ABC’s Home and Family, and more. Here at The Cookie Rookie she is the editor in chief of all recipes and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for cooking for busy families. She has since founded two additional food blogs, Easy Chicken Recipes and Easy Dessert Recipes.

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Angie Parmer
Angie Parmer
October 25, 2022 8:08 am

Was wondering if I could add sweetened condensed milk to this as in the peppermint hot cocoa recipe?

Samantha Marceau
November 4, 2022 9:25 am
Reply to  Angie Parmer

You could certainly try it!

Zoë Higgins
Zoë Higgins
August 5, 2020 11:08 am

Hello! Does this make six measuring cups of coffee? 1 serving is exactly 1 measuring cup?

Becky Hardin
Becky Hardin
November 3, 2020 11:39 am
Reply to  Zoë Higgins

It makes six serving sizes of coffee!

Zachary Beatty
Zachary Beatty
August 26, 2018 9:54 pm

Would it be just as good without Coffee/Expresso? I’d like to make it for my family, but due to health concerns, Coffee is kind of out of the equation. Is there a good substitute? Or could I just leave it out of the recipe? Thank you!

DEE
DEE
November 8, 2021 9:26 am
Reply to  Zachary Beatty

I think you could use tea. Black tea or decaf black tea would be best. I make a sweet chai a lot and use a lot of the same ingredients.

JOanNa
JOanNa
December 22, 2017 8:35 pm

Can i subsTitute with coconut milk?

Sarah
Sarah
December 22, 2017 7:32 am

Planning on making this for Christmas morning and I was wondering what i should do if my slow cooker doesn’t have a warm setting? I appreciate your reply:)

king4d
king4d
November 18, 2017 7:41 am

thank you for the recipe. looks delicious!

Thea
Thea
November 8, 2017 5:52 am

Can one substitute low fat milk or almond milk for the whole milk? Thanks in advance!

juesgosio
juesgosio
June 7, 2017 4:31 am

What a great idea! So great to wake up to this for breakfast5 stars