Iced Apple Cinnamon Latte
This iced apple cinnamon latte is one of my favorite ways to make a fall coffee at home. It has espresso, oat milk, homemade apple syrup, and a creamy dairy-free cold foam on top.
The homemade apple syrup is what gives the latte its apple cinnamon flavor, and I like to drizzle a little extra over the cold foam before drinking it. It’s sweet, creamy, and really easy to make once you have the syrup ready in the fridge.
What Is an Iced Apple Cinnamon Latte?
An iced apple cinnamon latte is made with espresso, milk, and an apple cinnamon syrup served over ice. For this version, I use my homemade apple syrup, which is made by reducing apple juice and adding brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla.
I use oat milk for the latte and finish it with a dairy-free cold foam made with dairy-free heavy cream, oat milk, vanilla, and a little maple syrup.
Ingredients for an Iced Apple Cinnamon Latte
You only need a few ingredients to put the latte together:
For the Apple Cinnamon Latte
- Ice
- Homemade apple syrup
- Espresso
- Oat milk
For the Dairy-Free Cold Foam
- Dairy-free heavy cream
- Oat milk
- Vanilla extract
- Maple syrup
- Salt
Homemade Apple Syrup for Coffee
The apple flavor in this latte comes from my homemade apple syrup. I make it with apple juice, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla, so you get apple and cinnamon in every sip without needing a flavored coffee creamer.
I like making the syrup ahead of time and keeping it in the refrigerator. That way, making the actual iced latte only takes a few minutes.
How to Make an Iced Apple Cinnamon Latte
Start by filling a glass with ice. Add the homemade apple syrup and espresso, then stir them together before pouring in the oat milk.
For the cold foam, combine the dairy-free heavy cream, oat milk, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and salt. Froth everything together until the mixture is thick and creamy.
Pour the cold foam over the latte and finish with another drizzle of homemade apple syrup if you want a little more apple flavor.
Can I Make This Without an Espresso Machine?
Yes. You can use freshly brewed espresso from an espresso machine, but instant espresso works too. Prepare 2 ounces according to the package directions and use it the same way in the latte.
How to Make This Latte Ahead of Time
The easiest part to make ahead is the homemade apple syrup. Keep a bottle in the refrigerator so it’s ready whenever you want to make a latte.
For the best texture, I would make the cold foam right before serving and assemble the drink when you’re ready to have it. This keeps the ice from watering down the coffee and the cold foam thick and creamy.
Iced Apple Cinnamon Latte Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
Iced Apple Cinnamon Latte
- Ice
- 3 tablespoons homemade apple syrup
- 2 ounces brewed espresso or prepared instant espresso cooled
- ¾ cup oat milk
- Additional homemade apple syrup for drizzling optional
Dairy-Free Cold Foam
- ¼ cup dairy-free heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons oat milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Fill a glass with ice.
- Pour 3 tablespoons of homemade apple syrup over the ice.
- Add 2 ounces of freshly brewed espresso (cooled) or prepared instant espresso. Stir the espresso and apple syrup together.
- Pour in ¾ cup oat milk and gently stir.
- Make the cold foam by adding the dairy-free heavy cream, 2 tablespoons oat milk, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and salt to a small glass or frothing container.
- Froth the mixture with a handheld milk frother until it becomes thick and creamy.
- Pour or spoon the dairy-free cold foam over the iced apple cinnamon latte.
- Drizzle additional homemade apple syrup over the cold foam, if desired. Serve immediately.
