Honey latte is a quick, easy, and comforting treat for coffee lovers. This sweet drink stylishly blends honey and oat milk in coffee. Gentle wafts of vanilla and baking spice round out the flavour. This is no ordinary honey oat milk latte.
Love dairy-free coffee drinks? Don't miss my almond milk latte - with soft undertones of cardamom it's another irresistible sip.
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Why I enjoy this latte
You don't have to be on a dairy-free diet to enjoy this honey oat milk latte - it's a drink for everybody to enjoy:
- Quick and easy: Ready in 5 minutes.
- Great taste: Mellow honey plus subtle hints of vanilla and cinnamon really amplify the cosy vibes this honey oat milk latte gives off (and they make it smell fantastic).
- Adapatable: Vary the sweetness and the strength of the coffee according to taste.
- Versatile: Serve this drink warm or as an iced honey latte.
- Fun name: Due to the inclusion of honey this drink can be referred to as a honey bee latte.
Jump to:
Loving the idea of honey in a hot drink? Don't miss my salted honey hot chocolate - it's a decadent hit within my family. Alternatively, stick with the coffee theme and have a go at my other flavoured coffees such as creamy vanilla bean latte, pistachio latte or Irish Mocha Latte (just for the grown-ups).
Ingredients notes
Oat milk: For best results use barista blend oat milk. Barista oat milk is the closest dairy-free substitute to whole milk, created with the intention of being able to create a noteworthy creamy frothy top for hot drinks. My favourite barista blend oat milk is Oatly.
Standard oat milk still creates a tasty drink but it does not have the ability to form a frothy top.
Coffee: Freshly brewed ground coffee is the best option. You want the coffee to have plenty of strong flavour as it is being used in the classic latte ratio of one third coffee to two-thirds milk. I use around 18g of ground espresso for 75ml of coffee.
Honey: Runny honey blends well into drinks. Pick one you enjoy the flavour of generally. Even honey with notes of lavender would work nicely.
Extras: A dash of vanilla extract, a smidge of cinnamon and a pinch of salt all add extra depth to the overall flavour profile of this honey oat milk latte without dominating it.
Step by step instructions
Full instructions and measurements are given in the printable recipe card at the end of this post.
- Step 1: Brew your coffee (I use 18g ground espresso coffee to pull 75 ml coffee). Mix the honey into the coffee.
- Step 2: Measure the milk, vanilla, salt and cinnamon into a jug.
- Step 3: Steam the milk and pour it into the coffee. (alternatively, heat the milk and foam it manually). Stir and serve immediately.
Expert tips
- Warm the serving cup: For the best-temperature honey oat milk latte. Simply fill the cup with hot water and let it stand for at least 30 seconds before emptying the water out and proceeding with the recipe.
- Increase the sweetness: Use more honey to amplify the sweetness of your oat milk latte. You could go up to 30ml of honey, if you have a very sweet tooth.
- Heat the milk gently: Don't let the oat milk boil as it can split. Heating the milk to around 60-65°C is sufficient to create a lovely oat and coffee drink at a good temperature for sipping.
- How to foam milk if you do not own a coffee machine with a steaming wand: There are so many ways to foam milk at home, including shaking in a jar or using a dedicated milk frother. My go-to solution is to use my immersion blender.
Frequently asked questions
Oat milk has got great body, with a creaminess akin to full-fat milk, and a delightfully unobtrusive taste - unlike some plant-based milk alternatives, its flavour is mild. This means that it won't dominate the flavour of your coffee.
If going down the route of oat milk in coffee is not the way you want to go then feel free to use full-fat cow's milk or barista editions of other non-dairy milk drinks, such as coconut.
This drink has been devised to be the best-tasting honey oat milk latte I can muster rather than a Starbucks copycat. You'll have to judge for yourself if it tastes anything like the Starbucks version (but you can bet a serving of this homemade oat milk latte is a whole lot cheaper).
No, it is not. Honey is not considered vegan as it is a product made by bees for themselves rather than for human consumption. On this basis, honey latte is not vegan.
Maple syrup can be used in place of the honey if you would like to make a similar style of oat milk latte that is suitable for vegans.
Yes, you can. It's best to let the batch cool then store it in a bottle or jug in the fridge for up to 3 days. You will need to shake or stir the honey latte before pouring out a portion. It can be reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Serving suggestions
Sometimes simplicity wins out. In the case of this oat milk honey latte, less is most definitely more. My preference is to skip the whipped cream and just enjoy this comforting drink as it is or with a light dusting of ground cinnamon.
That's just me. If you cannot live without a splurge of whipped cream and some fun garnishes, knock yourself out. It's your coffee, so enjoy it how you please.
As for tasty treats to enjoy with your honey oat milk latte here are a few suggestions.
Variations
- Cinnamon honey latte: Increase the cinnamon to enhance the prominence of this sweet spice. This is especially welcome on cold days. Go as far as ¼ teaspoon.
- Swap the spice: Replace the cinnamon with a couple of split green cardamom pods to make a cardamom honey latte. Alternatively use a dash of pumpkin spice blend or chai spice blend for an autumnal spice fix.
- Make a mocha: use chocolate oat milk to make a honey mocha version of this drink. Note that chocolate oat milk will not froth like the barista version does.
- Vanilla honey latte: Swap the regular oat milk for vanilla oat milk. It will be a little sweeter, so ultra-indulgent. Again, keep in mind that the foamy top will not be achievable when using vanilla oat milk.
- Iced honey latte: To turn this honey oat milk latte into a cold drink mix the honey, vanilla, salt and cinnamon directly into the hot coffee, then pour it all into a tumbler filled with ice. Top up with cold oat milk and enjoy.
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Oatmilk Honey Latte
Ingredients
- 75 ml Strong coffee use 18g ground espresso to pull the coffee
- 150 ml Barista edition oat milk Oatly is great
- 1 tablespoon Honey runny
- ½ teaspoon Vanilla extract
- ⅛ teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- Salt a small pinch
Instructions
- Fill your serving cup with freshly boiled water to heat through.
- Measure the milk, vanilla, salt and cinnamon into a jug.
- Tip the hot water out of the cup and brew your coffee directly into the warmed cup.
- Mix the honey into the coffee.
- Steam the milk until foamy (alternatively, heat the milk and foam it manually).
- Pour the oat milk into the prepared coffee.
- Stir and serve immediately with a light dusting of ground cinnamon if desired.
Notes
- Warm the serving cup: for the best-temperature honey oatmilk latte. Simply fill the cup with hot water and let it stand for at least 30 seconds before emptying the water out and proceeding with the recipe.
- Increase the sweetness: use more honey to amplify the sweetness of your oat milk latte. You could go up to 30ml of honey, if you have a very sweet tooth.
- Heat the milk gently: Don't let the oat milk boil as it can split. Heating the milk to around 60-65°C is sufficient to create a lovely oat and coffee drink at a good temperature for sipping.
- How to foam milk if you do not own a coffee machine with a steaming wand: there are so many ways to foam milk at home, including shaking in a jar or using a dedicated milk frother. My go-to solution is to use my immersion blender.
Jane Coupland says
Let me know how you like to serve yours - do you go with cream or not?