This Cinnamon Dolce latte features bold coffee, sweetened with a delicious homemade syrup. It tastes just like Starbucks, but you can make it at home for a fraction of the cost.
I love visiting Starbucks, but my wallet does not. Most of their drinks can easily be made at home including the caramel frapp, the pink drink, and of course this cinnamon Dolce latte. It is so addicting! It has nutty brown sugar, robust coffee, and of course plenty of cinnamon.
It is great for breakfast or taking on the go to work.
Why I Love This Recipe
- Homemade Cinnamon Syrup: Homemade syrup tastes so much better than the bottled stuff.
- Affordable: Did you know one latte a day can cost almost 2,000 a year? Make this recipe at home for less than a dollar.
- No Fancy Equipment: No expensive machines required.
- Quick: Ready in less than 10 minutes. Because who has patience when you need your caffeine fix?!
What Does Cinnamon Dolce Mean?
Cinnamon dolce simply means cinnamon sweet. The latte has a mix of sweetness from the brown sugar and spiciness from the cinnamon.
Ingredient Notes and Shopping Tips
- Brown Sugar: Pack it down in the cup when you measure it. To keep brown sugar soft store a few marshmallows in your canister.
- Cinnamon: For an extra burst of flavor grate this fresh from cinnamon sticks.
- Coffee: You can use espresso, Instant espresso, or even strong brewed coffee. I used Starbucks French roast.
- Milk: For the creamiest drink use whole milk.
How To Make a Cinnamon Dolce Latte
- Make the syrup: Simmer all ingredients until reduced by half.
- Mix: Brew coffee, stir in syrup and milk.
- Garnish: Top with whipped cream, and cinnamon if desired.
Fun Variations
- Iced Latte: Use cold milk, and top with ice. You can even make coffee ice cubes to avoid dilution.
- Hot Latte: Warm milk in a saucepan or use a milk frother.
- Frappuccino: Blend with ice in a blender.
Tips
- Cinnamon Syrup: Keep the leftover syrup on hand for additional coffees, cocktails, or even french toast. Stored in the fridge it will last about 1 month.
- Froth Milk: Froth milk without any special equipment by stirring in a saucepan with a whisk.
More Starbucks Copycat Recipes
Cinnamon Dolce Latte
Robust coffee with homemade cinnamon syrup come together in this creamy coffee house beverage.
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Servings: 1 Drink
Calories: 172kcal
Ingredients
For the Syrup
- 1 Cup Water
- 1 Cup Brown Sugar
- 1 Teaspoons Cinnamon
For the Latte
- 2 Ounces Espresso or Extra Strong Coffee I used Starbucks French Roast
- 6 Ounces Whole Milk
- Ice
- 2 Tablespoons Cinnamon Dolce Syrup
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Instructions
- Combine all syrup ingredients in a medium saucepan. Simmer until it is reduced by half (around 5-7 minutes).
- Cool syrup and add 2 tablespoons into a large mug.
- Brew coffee. Combine coffee, milk and syrup.
- Garnish with whipped cream, cinnamon sugar, and cinnamon syrup if desired.
Notes
Ingredient Notes and Shopping Tips
- Brown Sugar: Pack it down in the cup when you measure it. To keep brown sugar soft store a few marshmallows in your canister.
- Cinnamon: For an extra burst of flavor grate this fresh from cinnamon sticks.
- Coffee: You can use espresso, Instant espresso, or even strong brewed coffee. I used Starbucks French roast.
- Milk: For the creamiest drink use whole milk.
- Cinnamon Syrup: Keep the leftover syrup on hand for additional coffees, cocktails, or even french toast. Stored in the fridge it will last about 1 month.
- Froth Milk: Froth milk without any special equipment by stirring in a saucepan with a whisk.
Nutrition
Calories: 172kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 107mg | Potassium: 265mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 347IU | Calcium: 234mg | Iron: 2mg
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This is SO good! Highly recommended!
Amazing flavors, and so refreshing!
I love this on every level. I stumbled across this recipe a few days ago and gave it a try. It is so good – even better than the Starbucks version. It also doesn’t cost an arm and a leg!
OMG.. absolutely delicious, this has been my one drink to go to SB for….
I did make mine with coconut almond milk unsweetened.
Thank you for all the money I’ll be saving
Hi Tami,
Yay so glad you enjoyed. I bet coconut almond milk tastes great!
I can’t wait to try this recipe! I love the Cinnamon Dolce Lattes, but they are way too pricey!
Agreed! So overpriced 🙁
Love a good Bux copycat recipe!
Your creations look really delicious! I however, got distracted because that coffee cup you show at the bottom is the same ones my mom and grandma had that I grew up with! 🙂
So way, that’s pretty cool. Guess i’m old fashioned 🙂
I know quite a few people who would love this, especially since they can save money!
I have never had one of these at Starbucks, but I would love to make one at home! It looks so yummy! 🙂
This is a great recipe.. I LOVE CINNAMON!
Oh I wish I wasn’t allergic to cinnamon!!!! This looks amazing! 🙁
Hi Taylor,
Any other warm spice would be good like nutmeg or cardamom maybe if you are able to have those 🙂
YUM! Thanks for this copycat recipe! I love starbucks, but I would go broke going there everyday! This recipe makes it easier to repeat on a daily basis but at a frugal price!
My love of all things coffee has no bounds 🙂 I rarely stop at Starbucks because of the numbers above but I love trying new recipes at home like this one!
I love that cinnamon syrup! Yum!
It is amazing! Thanks Wendy!
Looks delicious! I’ll try mine iced with extra whipped cream!
Gotta have that whip!