Bright, fruity, and creamy, this Strawberry Latte with Oat Milk comes together quickly for an easy at-home coffee treat. Made with bold espresso, sweet strawberry simple syrup, and oat milk, it's perfect served iced or warm for a refreshing morning or afternoon pick-me-up!
Looking for a fun twist on your usual coffee routine?
This creamy, dairy-free latte uses oat milk for a rich, vegan base, with fresh strawberry syrup for naturally sweet, bright flavor.
It's totally customizable. You can make it with espresso or matcha, add as much or as little ice or sweetener as you like, and enjoy it hot or iced.
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Ingredients
These are the simple, everyday ingredients you need to make a bright and creamy strawberry latte at home!
Espresso: One or two shots of espresso make the base of this latte. I use a Nespresso, but any espresso or strong brewed coffee will work.
Oat Milk: Oat milk keeps this latte dairy-free and creamy. You can also use almond, soy, or your favorite plant-based milk.
Strawberry Simple Syrup: While strawberries and coffee might seem unconventional, this combination creates a refreshing, bright twist on your usual latte!
The syrup itself is made from just three simple ingredients: fresh strawberries, organic cane sugar, and water.
See recipe card for quantities.
How to Make This Recipe
Whether you prefer it iced or warm, this latte comes together in just a few minutes and is a fun twist to your everyday coffee.
The full written recipe can be found in the recipe card below.
Step 1: This latte is made with a 3-ingredient strawberry syrup. Make it first using the full recipe here: Strawberry Simple Syrup.
Step 2: Add the strawberry simple syrup to the bottom of a tall glass and fill with ice and pour in the oat milk.
Step 3: Brew a double shot of espresso and pour over the oat milk. Stir and taste to adjust sweetness and flavor.
Note: Use a medium or dark roast espresso for the best results. I usually prefer a stronger roast to complement the fresh strawberries and creamy oat milk. Darker beans are also less acidic, giving the latte a smoother, richer flavor.
Substitutions & Variations
This strawberry latte is easy to customize to your taste or try other flavors!
Change the fruit flavor: Swap strawberries for other fruit syrups. Try a Blueberry Latte for a bright, fruity twist, or our Banana Latte for a sweeter, banana bread flavor!
Cozy flavors: For a warm, comforting latte, check out my Cinnamon Dolce Latte or my creamy Oat Milk Caramel Latte.
Different milk or coffee: Use almond, soy, or cashew milk instead of oat milk, or substitute matcha for espresso to make a fruity matcha latte.
Sweetness & ice: Adjust the amount of syrup and ice to suit your preference.
Serving Tips
Brewed espresso tastes best right away, so it's best to serve any prepared latte immediately.
Prep ahead by making the strawberry syrup in advance so your latte comes together in minutes on busy mornings.
Tips & Tricks
Adjust sweetness: Taste your latte and add more or less syrup to suit your preference.
Choose the right espresso: A medium or dark roast works best. I usually opt for a stronger espresso to balance the fresh strawberries and creamy oat milk. Darker beans are also less acidic, giving a smoother, richer latte.
Control sweetness with milk: Use unsweetened oat milk so you have full control over the sweetness of your latte.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Use strong brewed coffee or cold brew concentrate if you don't have espresso on hand. It still tastes delicious!
Yes! Any plant-based milk works, though oat milk is the creamiest.
You can, but homemade strawberry syrup gives the freshest flavor!
More Latte Recipes
Want to try other delicious latte variations? Here are a few favorites:
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Recipe
Strawberry Latte with Oat Milk
Ingredients
Strawberry Simple Syrup
- 1 cup Organic Cane Sugar
- 1 cup Water
- 2 cups Strawberries quartered
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Paste or extract
- Pinch of Kosher Salt
Strawberry Latte
- 1-2 tablespoons Strawberry Syrup to preference
- Ice Cubes
- ½ cup Oat Milk
- Double Shot of Espresso
Instructions
- Wash, dry, and quarter the strawberries. You will need about 2 cups.
- Combine the organic cane sugar, water, quartered strawberries, and vanilla to a saucepan and stir together.
- Bring the mixture to a slight boil then immediately reduce to a simmer over medium for 8-10 minutes.
- Position a fine-mesh strainer over a bowl or measuring cup, and carefully pour the syrup through it. Avoid using a spoon to press or mash the strawberries; instead, allow the syrup to naturally strain through the mesh to maintain clarity and prevent cloudiness.
- Allow the syrup to cool to room temperature.
- Add 1 tablespoon strawberry simple syrup to the bottom of a tall glass.
- Fill with ice and pour in the oat milk.
- Brew a double shot of espresso and pour over the oat milk. Stir and taste to adjust sweetness and flavor.
- If making a hot strawberry latte, froth and steam the milk and omit the ice.
Notes
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