If you’re a college student who loves a seasonal coffee but does not love spending $6+ every time you want one, this apple pie latte is for you. Between classes, studying, work, and trying to have some of a social life, I don’t always have time to make an elaborate coffee at home. I wanted something that felt like a fun fall coffee-shop drink without requiring a million ingredients or taking 20 minutes to make.This is my quick and easy apple pie latte that I make when I’m craving something sweet, cozy, and a little more exciting than my usual coffee. The best part? Most of the ingredients are things I can keep in my kitchen and use over and over again, so it ends up being way cheaper than buying a seasonal latte every time.
What You’ll Need
- 2 shots of espresso (or your favorite strong coffee)
- 1 tablespoon Trader Joe’s Apple Pie Spread
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- About ⅓ cup whole milk
- Ice
- Optional: cold foam
If I have a few extra minutes, I love adding homemade cold foam on top. You’ll need:
- Heavy whipping cream
- A splash of milk
- A small spoonful of Trader Joe’s Apple Pie Spread
I don’t really measure the cold foam ingredients. I just mix them until I get the amount and consistency I want.
How to Make It
1. Brew the espresso (double shot)
Start by making one shot of espresso. If you don’t have an espresso machine, strong brewed coffee works too.
2. Make the apple pie mixture
Add 1 tablespoon of Trader Joe’s Apple Pie Spread and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar to your glass. Pour in about ⅓ cup of whole milk and stir everything together. The apple pie spread gives the latte that warm, spiced apple flavor, while the brown sugar adds just enough sweetness.
3. Add ice
Fill your glass with ice. I usually fill it pretty generously because I like my latte really cold.
4. Add your coffee
Pour your espresso or strong coffee over the top and give everything a good stir. And that’s it! You have an apple pie latte without leaving your dorm, apartment, or kitchen.
Optional: Make It With Apple Pie Cold Foam
If I have an extra minute before class, I’ll make a quick apple pie cold foam.I combine heavy whipping cream, a splash of milk, and some apple pie spread, then whip or froth it until it becomes thick and fluffy. Spoon it right over your iced latte.The cold foam is definitely optional, but it makes the drink feel much more like something you’d get from a coffee shop.
Why I Make This Instead of Buying a Latte
Honestly, the biggest reason I make this at home is money. College is expensive enough without spending $5–$8 on coffee every time I want a fun seasonal drink. I can make this in a few minutes while I’m getting ready, take it with me to class, and save the coffee-shop money for something I actually need.
I also love that I don’t have to make the recipe complicated. I already have coffee, milk, and brown sugar at home, and the apple pie spread can be used for multiple drinks. Once you have the ingredients,
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