12 Cozy Coffee Drinks for Fall
Pumpkin Spice Latte
The quintessential fall beverage, Pumpkin Spice Latte is a warm, spiced drink perfect for embracing the autumn chill.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup brewed coffee
- Whipped cream, for topping
- A sprinkle of cinnamon, for garnish
Cooking method:
- In a small saucepan, combine the milk, pumpkin puree, and sugar.
- Heat over medium heat until hot, but do not boil.
- Remove from heat and whisk in the pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and brewed coffee.
- Pour into mugs, top with whipped cream, and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Caramel Apple Cider
This Caramel Apple Cider is a luscious, sweet, and tart drink that captures the essence of fall.

Ingredients:
- 2 cups apple cider
- 2 tablespoons caramel sauce
- 1 cinnamon stick
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Extra caramel sauce, for drizzling
Cooking method:
- In a saucepan, heat the apple cider and cinnamon stick over medium heat until warm.
- Stir in the caramel sauce until dissolved.
- Remove the cinnamon stick and pour into mugs.
- Top with whipped cream and drizzle with additional caramel sauce.
Maple Pecan Latte
Maple Pecan Latte is a nutty and sweet treat that perfectly complements the autumn foliage.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk
- 1/4 cup brewed espresso
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon pecan butter
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Crushed pecans, for garnish
Cooking method:
- In a saucepan, heat the milk until steaming.
- Stir in the maple syrup and pecan butter until well combined.
- Pour brewed espresso into a mug and top with the milk mixture.
- Finish with whipped cream and crushed pecans.
Cinnamon Chai Latte
Cinnamon Chai Latte is a spicy, aromatic drink that warms you from the inside out.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 black tea bags
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon honey
Cooking method:
- In a pot, bring the water and cinnamon stick to a boil.
- Reduce heat and add the tea bags, steeping for 5 minutes.
- In another saucepan, heat the milk until steaming, then stir in the honey.
- Remove the tea bags and cinnamon stick, and combine the tea with the milk mixture.
- Serve hot.
Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate
Salted Caramel Hot Chocolate is a decadent, rich, and creamy delight with a hint of salt.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup hot chocolate mix
- 2 tablespoons caramel sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- Whipped cream, for topping
Cooking method:
- Heat the milk in a saucepan over medium heat until hot.
- Stir in the hot chocolate mix and caramel sauce until smooth.
- Add the sea salt and mix well.
- Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream.
Gingerbread Mocha
Gingerbread Mocha combines the spiced goodness of gingerbread with rich chocolate and coffee.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk
- 1 shot espresso
- 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon gingerbread spice
- Whipped cream, for topping
Cooking method:
- Steam the milk until frothy.
- In a mug, combine the espresso, chocolate syrup, and gingerbread spice.
- Pour the steamed milk over the espresso mixture.
- Top with whipped cream.
Hazelnut Hot Cocoa
This Hazelnut Hot Cocoa offers a nutty twist on classic hot chocolate, making it a cozy fall favorite.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup hazelnut chocolate spread
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Crushed hazelnuts, for garnish
Cooking method:
- In a saucepan, combine the milk and hazelnut chocolate spread over medium heat.
- Stir in the cocoa powder and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream and crushed hazelnuts.
Vanilla Bean Latte
Vanilla Bean Latte is a simple, yet indulgent drink that showcases the pure flavor of vanilla.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste
- 1 shot espresso
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Whipped cream, for topping
Cooking method:
- Heat the milk in a saucepan until steaming.
- Stir in the vanilla bean paste and sugar.
- Pour the espresso into a mug and add the milk mixture.
- Top with whipped cream.
Spiced Cranberry Tea
Spiced Cranberry Tea is a tart and spicy brew that provides a refreshing change of pace.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cranberry juice
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 4 whole cloves
- 1 black tea bag
- 1 tablespoon honey
Cooking method:
- In a saucepan, combine cranberry juice, cinnamon stick, and cloves.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add the tea bag and steep for 5 minutes.
- Remove the tea bag and spices, then stir in honey.
- Serve warm.
Almond Milk Chai Latte
Almond Milk Chai Latte is a dairy-free, spicy, and nutty drink that's perfect for the fall season.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 chai tea bag
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Cooking method:
- Heat the almond milk in a saucepan until steaming.
- Remove from heat, add the chai tea bag, and steep for 5 minutes.
- Remove the tea bag and stir in honey and cinnamon.
- Serve hot.
