Creamy Oat Milk Latte
A smooth, velvety latte made with rich oat milk and bold espresso. Naturally sweet and dairy-free, this cozy coffee shop favorite comes together in minutes with just three ingredients. Perfect for a quiet morning or an afternoon pick-me-up.
For 1 serving
- prep · ~1 min
Brew the espresso.
Pull a double shot of espresso using your espresso machine or moka pot. You need about 30ml of strong, hot espresso. Set aside.
TIPIf you don't have an espresso maker, use 60ml of strongly brewed dark roast coffee. - steam · ~2 min
Heat and froth the oat milk.
Pour the oat milk into a small saucepan and warm over medium heat. Whisk vigorously or use a handheld frother until the milk is steaming hot and a layer of silky microfoam forms on top. Do not let it boil.
TIPBarista edition oat milk froths best because it has added stabilizers. Shake the carton well before measuring. - assemble · ~1 min
Pour and layer the latte.
Pour the hot espresso into your serving mug. If using maple syrup, stir it into the espresso now. Slowly pour the steamed oat milk over the espresso, holding back the foam with a spoon. Spoon the remaining foam on top.
TIPPour from a slight height to help the milk and espresso blend into a cohesive, creamy body. - serve
Serve immediately.
Enjoy your creamy oat milk latte right away while it's hot and the foam is at its peak.
What to keep in mind.
6 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1Use barista-edition oat milk for the creamiest microfoam that resists curdling.
- 2Shake the oat milk carton well before pouring to redistribute the stabilizers evenly.
- 3Heat oat milk only until steaming (about 65°C/149°F); boiling can break the foam and cause graininess.
- 4Pour the steamed milk from a few inches above the mug to help the espresso and milk emulsify into a silky body.
- 5For a stronger coffee kick, use two double shots (60 ml total) of espresso or add a pinch of salt to the grounds before brewing.
- 6Store leftover oat milk in the fridge for up to 5 days; shake again before using.
Adapt it for your goals.
Sugar-free
Swap maple syrup for a few drops of stevia or monk fruit sweetener to keep it low-carb and sugar-free while preserving sweetness.
spiced latteSpiced latte
Add 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice to the espresso grounds before brewing for a warm, aromatic twist.
extra foamExtra-foam
Skip holding back the foam — pour all the steamed milk at once and top with a thick layer of foam for a cappuccino-style oat latte.
high proteinHigh-protein
Replace 60 ml of oat milk with unsweetened soy or pea milk for a protein boost while keeping the drink dairy-free.
Why this is on our healthy list.
Dairy-Free & Lactose-Free
Uses oat milk instead of dairy, making this latte suitable for lactose-intolerant or vegan diets without sacrificing creaminess.
Lower in Saturated Fat
Oat milk contains less saturated fat than whole dairy milk, supporting heart health when used in daily coffee.
Naturally Sweet Option
The optional maple syrup is a whole-food sweetener with trace antioxidants, and you can skip it entirely for a zero-added-sugar drink.
Contains Soluble Fiber
Oat milk is rich in beta-glucan, a soluble fiber that may help maintain healthy cholesterol levels and steady energy.
Frequently asked questions
Oat milk can curdle when it gets too hot or is exposed to acidic coffee. Use barista-edition oat milk, heat it gently without boiling, and pour the espresso into the milk rather than the reverse for better stability.
