Cookie butter and eggnog walked into a latte and created the most unexpectedly perfect holiday drink combination I have ever stumbled on. If you are someone who loves eggnog but wants your morning coffee to feel a little more interesting than just pouring it into your cup, this cookie butter eggnog latte is about to become your December non-negotiable. Five ingredients, five minutes, and a drink that tastes like the holidays in the most warm, spiced, caramelized way imaginable.
The cookie butter is the detail that makes this latte completely different from any other eggnog coffee drink you have ever had. A tablespoon melted in the bottom of your mug, two shots of espresso poured right over and stirred together until it forms this glossy, caramelized, Biscoff flavored espresso base that is so good on its own you will want to stop there. But then the eggnog and milk get frothed together and poured on top and it becomes something else entirely. Creamy, rich, warmly spiced from the eggnog and that signature cookie butter flavor woven through every single sip.
The eggnog and milk split is the move for keeping this latte balanced and not too heavy. Full eggnog alone is thick and very sweet and can overpower the espresso completely. Half eggnog and half milk gives you all that classic holiday eggnog flavor with just enough lightness that the cookie butter and espresso can still do their thing. Froth them together until foamy and pour slowly over your espresso base for those beautiful layers that make this look as good as it tastes.
A dusting of cinnamon on top is the finishing touch that ties everything together and makes this look like something from a really good coffee shop. This cookie butter eggnog latte is the holiday drink for eggnog lovers, Biscoff lovers, and anyone who wants their December morning coffee to feel like a little celebration. Make it once and I promise it goes in the rotation immediately.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Cookie butter and eggnog together in a latte is one of the most unexpectedly perfect holiday flavor combinations and once you try it you will wonder why nobody thought of this sooner
- The cookie butter melted into the espresso creates a caramelized Biscoff base that is so good on its own you will want to stop there before the eggnog even goes on top
- Half eggnog and half milk is the balance that gives you all the classic holiday eggnog flavor without the drink being so heavy and sweet that it overwhelms the espresso and the cookie butter
- Five ingredients, five minutes, and a December morning coffee drink that tastes like a celebration in a mug every single time
Key Ingredients:
- Cookie butter:ย One tablespoon melted in the bottom of the mug for thirty seconds in the microwave until smooth and pourable is the ingredient that makes this latte so uniquely special and so completely different from any other eggnog coffee drink. It melts into the espresso and creates a caramelized Biscoff flavored base that runs through every single sip
- Two shots of espresso:ย Poured directly over the melted cookie butter and stirred until combined into that glossy caramelized base. The bold espresso balances the sweetness of both the cookie butter and the eggnog so the finished latte tastes rich and complex rather than just sweet and heavy
- Eggnog:ย Half a cup frothed together with the milk creates all that classic holiday spiced sweetness and creaminess that makes an eggnog latte taste so specifically like December. Full eggnog alone is too thick and too sweet for a latte but half eggnog is exactly the right amount for balanced flavor
- Whole milk:ย Half a cup mixed with the eggnog before frothing lightens the whole milk layer and gives you just enough creaminess that the eggnog flavor comes through beautifully without the drink feeling heavy or cloying
- Cinnamon:ย The finishing dusting that ties the cookie butter and eggnog flavors together in one last cozy warm spice note and makes this look completely finished and beautiful in a holiday mug
Tips for Success:
- Microwave the cookie butter for about thirty seconds rather than a full minute so it melts to a smooth pourable consistency without getting too hot. Cookie butter that is too hot can make the espresso taste slightly bitter when stirred together
- Stir the melted cookie butter and espresso together thoroughly until you have a completely uniform glossy base with no pockets of unmelted cookie butter remaining in the bottom of the mug before the eggnog goes on top
- Froth the eggnog and milk together in a milk jug or tall container at the same time rather than separately so they are the same temperature and combine into one uniform creamy foam rather than two separate layers
- Pour the frothed eggnog mixture slowly over the cookie butter espresso base for the most beautiful layered presentation in the mug before everything comes together as you drink
Storage:
This cookie butter eggnog latte is best enjoyed immediately while it is hot and the frothed eggnog is at its creamiest. Eggnog lattes do not store or reheat well as the frothed texture deflates and the flavors separate. The cookie butter is shelf stable and always ready in the pantry so the only prep is the thirty seconds of microwaving and the frothing which makes this a fully on-demand drink rather than something you need to prepare ahead.
FAQ:
Can I make this iced?
Yes. Melt the cookie butter in the mug, pour the espresso over and stir, let cool for a minute, then pour over a glass of ice and add cold eggnog and cold milk without frothing. The iced version is a completely different experience from the hot one but the cookie butter and eggnog combination is just as delicious cold and makes a great option for mild December days when you want something festive without the heat.
What can I use instead of espresso?
Strongly brewed coffee at double strength is the most accessible substitute and works well here. Use twice the amount of coffee grounds with the same amount of water for the most concentrated result. The cookie butter and eggnog are bold flavors so the coffee base needs to be strong enough to hold its own against them. A light or medium brew will get lost under the sweetness of both.
Can I use dairy free eggnog?
Yes. Several brands make dairy free eggnog using oat milk, almond milk, or coconut milk and they work beautifully in this latte. The flavor profile is slightly different from traditional dairy eggnog but still completely delicious and festive. Oat milk eggnog specifically has a creaminess and natural sweetness that pairs really well with the cookie butter and espresso combination.
Cookie Butter Egg Nog Latte
Ingredients
- 1 Tbs cookie butter
- 2 shots espresso
- ยฝ cup egg nog
- ยฝ cup whole milk or milk of choice
- cinnamon for dusting
Instructions
- Put 1 Tbs cookie butter into a microwave safe mug and heat until melty and smooth (about 30 seconds)
- Pour 2 shots of espresso over the cookie butter and stir to make a caramely base.
- Pour egg nog and milk into a milk jug and froth or heat in the microwave and froth with a hand frother.
- Pour on top of cookie butter espresso.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon and enjoy!
Comments +