Who says gingerbread is only for cookies and Christmas? Meet the Gingerbread Spice Hot Coffee, the drink that gives you all the warm, cozy holiday feels without the annoying jingles. With this spicy-sweet concoction, you can indulge in holiday cheer any time of year—because life’s too short to wait for December. It’s like sipping a hug in a mug, but spiked with caffeine. Gingerbread spice in your coffee? Genius, or madness? Who cares—it’s delicious.
Gingerbread Spice Hot Coffee Recipe
Warm, spicy, and sweet, this Gingerbread Spice Hot Coffee is the holiday season in liquid form—minus the long lines at Starbucks.
Ingredients
- 2 cups brewed coffee
- 1/2 cup milk or your dairy-free alternative of choice
- 2 tablespoons molasses
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- Whipped cream optional, but why wouldn’t you?
- A pinch of sugar if your sweet tooth insists
Instructions
- In a saucepan, heat the milk and molasses over medium heat. Stir constantly to avoid that weird burnt taste.
- Add the ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, and whisk like you’re mad at it.
- Pour the brewed coffee into mugs, then top with your spiced milk mixture. Stir well, unless you like surprise spice pockets.
- Optional: Top with whipped cream because you deserve it.
- Sprinkle a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg on top if you’re feeling extra fancy.
- Sip, savor, and mentally transport yourself to a cozy fireplace somewhere.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 120
- Total Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Vitamin C: 2%
- Iron: 4%
- Calcium: 6%
- Potassium: 3%
- Magnesium: 2%
- Try adding a splash of vanilla extract for that extra cozy feel.
- Adjust the spice levels to your liking—some like it fiery, some like it mild.
- For a stronger gingerbread punch, add an extra dash of ground ginger.
