Iced Cinnamon Honey Latte

A creamy iced latte made with cinnamon-infused milk, vanilla, honey-sweetened espresso, and plenty of ice. This easy homemade coffee drink comes together in just 5 minutes and has a gently sweet, warmly spiced flavor.

Why You’ll Love This Iced Cinnamon Honey Latte

This iced cinnamon honey latte is an easy way to turn everyday coffee into something a little more special. The espresso gets lightly sweetened with honey while the milk is blended with vanilla and cinnamon until smooth and foamy.

The result is creamy, refreshing, and lightly spiced without being overly sweet. It makes a great quick breakfast drink, afternoon coffee, or homemade alternative to a coffee-shop latte.

The recipe makes two lattes and takes about 5 minutes from start to finish, so there’s very little preparation involved.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 1/2 cup milk of your choice
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Flaky sea salt, a small pinch
• 4 warm espresso shots or 6 ounces brewed coffee
• 1 tablespoon honey, plus more to taste
• Ice

Ingredient Notes

Milk: Whole milk gives the latte its creamiest texture, but oat milk, almond milk, goat milk, or another dairy-free milk can also work well.

Vanilla: Vanilla bean paste adds a slightly richer vanilla flavor, while vanilla extract is an easy substitute.

Cinnamon: Ground cinnamon gives the milk a warm, aromatic flavor that pairs naturally with honey and espresso.

Honey: Stir honey into the warm espresso so it dissolves easily and distributes evenly throughout the drink.

Espresso: Four warm espresso shots give the strongest coffee flavor. If you don’t have an espresso machine, use about 6 ounces of brewed coffee instead.

Flaky sea salt: Just a small pinch helps balance the sweetness and brings out the other flavors.

How to Make an Iced Cinnamon Honey Latte

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Froth the Cinnamon Milk

Add the milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and a small pinch of flaky sea salt to a blender or tall glass. Blend or froth for about 1 minute, until the milk is smooth and foamy.

A blender creates plenty of foam, but a handheld milk frother works just as well for a quick single-step preparation.

Sweeten the Espresso

Divide the warm espresso between two glasses. Add the honey and stir until it dissolves into the coffee.

Because the espresso is warm, the honey blends in much more easily than it would into cold coffee.

Assemble the Lattes

Fill each glass with ice, then pour the frothy cinnamon milk over the espresso.

Give each latte a gentle stir and serve immediately.

Helpful Recipe Tips

• Use warm espresso when mixing in the honey. The heat helps the honey dissolve smoothly.
• Froth the milk until it looks light and foamy rather than simply bubbly.
• Whole milk creates the richest, creamiest texture, but oat milk is an especially good dairy-free option.
• Start with the recommended amount of honey and add more if you prefer a sweeter latte.
• Don’t skip the small pinch of salt. It helps balance the sweetness without making the drink taste salty.
• For the coldest latte, use plenty of ice and serve immediately after assembling.

Easy Variations and Substitutions

Make It Dairy-Free

Use oat milk, almond milk, or another dairy-free milk you enjoy. Oat milk works particularly well if you want a creamy texture.

Adjust the Sweetness

For a less sweet latte, reduce the honey slightly. If you like a sweeter coffee drink, add extra honey to the warm espresso before combining everything.

Use Vanilla Extract

If you don’t have vanilla bean paste, use 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract instead. It adds the same basic vanilla flavor with an ingredient that’s often already in the pantry.

Use Brewed Coffee

No espresso machine? Use 6 ounces of warm brewed coffee instead. The finished latte will have a slightly different coffee intensity but will still have the cinnamon, vanilla, and honey flavors.

Make It Extra Cinnamon-Forward

For a stronger cinnamon flavor, add a small additional pinch of ground cinnamon to the milk. Keep in mind that too much cinnamon can make the drink gritty, so a little goes a long way.

What to Serve With an Iced Cinnamon Honey Latte

This latte pairs naturally with breakfast and brunch favorites. Try it alongside:

• Toast with butter or nut butter
• Banana bread
• Muffins
• Cinnamon rolls
• Oatmeal
• Pancakes or waffles
• Fresh fruit
• Simple breakfast pastries

The warm cinnamon and honey flavors also make it a particularly nice match for baked goods with vanilla, fruit, nuts, or warm spices.

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