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This Honey Oat milk Latte recipe is your perfect Starbucks dupe, creamy, lightly sweetened with real honey, and beautifully balance with a pinch of salt and cinnamon. Whether you love a steaming mug on cold winter mornings or an iced latte on warm afternoons, this version gives you that barista-level flavor without the drive-through wait or the price tag.
Oatmilk honey lattes might sound like a simple drink but I promise you it’s much much more! It is a creamy, yet nutty coffee drink with just the right amount of honey to give it the best hint of sweetness and honey flavor ever.
This drink is especially good during the cold winter months because of how easy and cozy it is. With only a few simple ingredients you will be able to have a subtly sweet coffee latte in no time.
This is the best Starbucks honey oatmilk latte ever!
Last year, I shared a ton of coffee drinks then all of a sudden that stopped because I started sharing all the Crumbl cookies! For the holidays, I knew I had to go back to my roots and share an easy coffee drink.
This latte is inspired by the Starbucks honey oatmilk latte and can be made with a few simple ingredients that will save you precious time and money!
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Easy, 5-minute latte you can make at home!
- Cozy and lightly sweetened. Never overpowering.
- Works hot or iced!
- Dairy-free and easily made vegan.
- Cheaper and quicker than the Starbucks drive-thru.
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When I first shared this honey oat milk latte, I made it with a honey-water syrup but it always felt slightly watered down. So I went back and simplified it, Just like I reworked my Cutout Sugar Cookies That Don’t Spread, I revisited this oat milk latte to make it even creamier and smoother.
! Now, I mix the honey straight into the hot espresso with a tiny pinch of salt to smooth out the bitterness and bring out that cozy honey flavor.
The other big upgrade is using ultra-creamy oat milk for the dreamiest texture. It froths beautifully for the hot version and stays velvety when iced. With these small tweaks, this Starbucks-inspired latte tastes even better than the original!
Table of Contents
- This is the best Starbucks honey oatmilk latte ever!
- Why you’ll love this recipe
- Ingredients for the Honey oatmilk latte
- How to Make a Hot Honey Oat Milk Latte
- How to Make an iced Honey Oat Latte
- Pro Tips for the Best Starbucks Copycat Honey Oat Milk Latte
- Frequently asked questions – FAQ
- The easiest honey oatmilk latte Recipe
- If you enjoyed this Honey oat milk latte recipe make sure to pin it for later!
Ingredients for the Honey oatmilk latte
Here’s what you’ll need (measurements in recipe card below):
- Espresso- Use 1-2 shots (or strong brewed coffee). Starbucks uses blonde espresso, but any espresso works.
- Honey– Adds a natural sweetness and that signature flavor.
- Oat milk– Use creamy or barista-style oat milk for best texture and froth.
- Pinch of salt- Enhances the honey’s flavor and balances bitterness.
- Cinnamon– Adds warmth and a cozy finish.
How to Make a Hot Honey Oat Milk Latte
- Mix honey + espresso: In your mug, combine hot espresso, honey, cinnamon, and a small pinch of salt. Stir until the honey fully dissolves.
- Steam the oat milk: Heat oat milk using a milk frother or on the stovetop until hot and foamy.
- Combine: Pour the steamed oat milk over the espresso-honey mixture.
- Finish: Sprinkle cinnamon on top and enjoy warm.
How to Make an iced Honey Oat Latte
- Mix honey + espresso: Combine hot espresso, honey, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until dissolved.
- Assemble: Fill a glass with ice, pour in the honey-espresso mixture, then top with cold oat milk.
- Stir & enjoy: Add a dusting of cinnamon or a drizzle of extra honey if you’re feeling fancy.
Pro Tips for the Best Starbucks Copycat Honey Oat Milk Latte
- Use barista oat milk (like Oatly, Chobani, or Planet Oat extra creamy), it froths and blends beautifully.
- Always stir honey and salt into hot espresso, not cold milk, so it dissolves evenly.
- Add tiny pinch of salt, it’s the secret to rounding out the espresso’s bitterness.
- Want it vegan? Use maple syrup instead of honey for a similar flavor profile.
Flavor Variations & Seasonal Twists
- Pumpkin Honey Oat Milk Latte: Stir 1 tablespoon of pumpkin purée and a pinch of pumpkin spice into your espresso before adding oat milk.
- Vanilla Honey Oat Milk Latte: Add 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or a few drops of vanilla syrup for a smoother flavor.
Frequently asked questions – FAQ
Can I make this without an espresso machine?
Absolutely! Use 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee instead. Just make it slightly stronger than usual for that latte flavor.
What’s be the best Oat milk to use lattes?
Creamy or “barista” versions work best. They foam easily and taste the closest to real milk.
How to Froth Oat Milk for a Honey Oat Milk Latte
The easiest way to froth oat milk for your honey oat milk latte is with a handheld frother, just heat the oat milk until warm, then froth until creamy and foamy.
No frother? Try one of these:
- Blender: Warm oat milk, blend 20–30 seconds until foamy.
- Mason jar: Shake warm oat milk in a sealed jar until frothy.
- Automatic frother: Use a countertop frother (like Nespresso or Instant) for barista-style foam.
How much honey should I use?
Start with 1 tablespoon for milk sweetness or 2 for a stronger honey flavor.
Can I serve this cold?
Definitely, it’s amazing over ice! The honey still blends very well thanks to the hot espresso step.
If you liked this Honey Oat Milk Latte, you’ll also love my Iced Matcha Latte or Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso.
The easiest honey oatmilk latte
Ingredients
Instructions
How to Make a Hot Honey Oat Milk Latte
- In your mug, combine hot espresso, honey, cinnamon, and a small pinch of salt. Stir until the honey fully dissolves.1-2 tbsp honey, a pinch of salt, 1-2 espresso shots, 1/8 tsp cinnamon
- Heat oat milk using a milk frother or on the stovetop until hot and foamy.3/4 cup oat milk
- Pour the steamed oat milk over the espresso-honey mixture.
- Sprinkle cinnamon on top and enjoy warm.
How to Make an iced Honey Oat Latte
- Combine hot espresso, honey, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt until dissolved.1-2 tbsp honey, a pinch of salt, 1-2 espresso shots, 1/8 tsp cinnamon
- Fill a glass with ice, pour in the honey-espresso mixture, then top with cold oat milk.1-2 espresso shots
- Add a dusting of cinnamon or a drizzle of extra honey if you’re feeling fancy.
Notes
How do you froth Oatmilk?
To froth your oat milk you have a few options here:- Heat up the milk on the stove or the microwave then using a hanf held frother, froth it.
- Pour the milk in a blender, and blend until foamy, pour in a mug and heat up in the microwave.
- Pour the milk in a mason jar then seal, shake it well until the milk foams up then heat it up in the micowave.
- Use an instant milk frother cup which is what I usually use.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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