Just Like Starbucks Cinnamon Dolce Latte Copycat Recipe (2024)

A Starbucks cinnamon dolce latte is one of the best drinks for the Fall. With earthy cinnamon, tasty espresso, vanilla, and whipped cream, this is the perfect Starbucks copycat latte. The homemade cinnamon dolce syrup is easy to make and you can make extra for future drinks. Making a dolce latte at home, or any Starbucks beverage, is a great way to save money. Read on for how to make a DIY cinnamon dolce latte recipe that will give you all the autumn vibes.

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Although it can be fun to try different coffee recipes each time a caffeine craving hits, sometimes you will find a favourite and want to make it again and again! Whether you’re more partial to a strong cup of coffee with cinnamon dolce syrup recipe or a Starbucks cinnamon dolce latte recipe, you can make your own for a fraction of the cost.

Making dolce latte at home means you can rustle up this delicious beverage whenever you like. It’s great at any time of the day when you crave Starbucks cinnamon dolce latte. Forget paying $5 and having to go to the coffee shop though. It’s just too easy to make one of these specialty drinks yourself and avoid the higher cost! It really is one of my seasonal Starbucks favourites and when you taste it you’ll know why it’s such a popular drink.

The word ‘dolce’ is Italian for ‘sweet’ making this a sweet cinnamon coffee. It’s the perfect way to describe this fantastic fall latte with homemade cinnamon syrup. This copycat Starbucks cinnamon dolce latte is one of my favourite coffee recipes.

I am excited when autumn rolls around and you can start to make this from the comfort of your own home. It’s one of the nicest seasonal Starbucks favourite drinks, and the best part is you can make it at home and indulge in a second if you want!

Maybe this will end up being one of your favourite drinks. Else there are many more Starbucks copycat recipes to try out and you don’t have to be a Starbucks barista to rustle them up. So get started making this copycat Starbucks iced cinnamon dolce latte recipe and let me know what you think.

Homemade Cinnamon Dolce Syrup

This flavoured syrup is a very important part of your homemade cinnamon dolce latte. It tastes just like the Starbucks version. You will need two kinds of sugar, along with cinnamon, salt, vanilla, and water. It is like a simple syrup but with a cinnamon flavour.

Many Starbucks drinks use a simple syrup base, so it is good to learn how to make it so you can re-create your favourite drinks at home in your favourite coffee mugs. I love drinking in my own mugs and enjoy it to the last sip!

Everything is wonderful, from the sweet cinnamon flavour to the way the cold milk adds creaminess and another taste. If you prefer other latte recipes or other coffee drinks, you can tweak them to your heart’s content.

Add all of those ingredients to a pan and bring the mixture to a boil. After that, simmer the homemade cinnamon dolce syrup for a few minutes. Take it off the heat and pour the homemade cinnamon dolce crème syrup into a heatproof container.

How to Make a Cinnamon Dolce Latte

Once you have prepared the Starbucks cinnamon dolce syrup, you can make the Starbucks copycat latte. Pour espresso into your favourite mug (or mason jar) and then add some of the sweet cinnamon syrup. Next you can add whipped cream and cinnamon. I like to add a cinnamon sticks to my dolce latte at home too. If you are feeling extra special, you can add a sprinkle of cinnamon, brown sugar or cinnamon sugar on top of your coffee drink.

Tips and Tricks for Making Dolce Latte at Home

Don’t worry about making this Starbucks cinnamon dolce latte taste perfect because it will! The recipe is really easy to prepare, I promise. You might be wondering about the espresso shots. Do you have to use a coffee machine? Actually no, because there are instant espresso mixes you can use if you don’t have one. Personally, I prefer to use an espresso machine for my homemade cinnamon dolce latte recipe and you can find some reasonably priced stovetop versions that can be used to ground espresso beans.

Another common question about this starbucks cinnamon dolce recipe is how to froth the milk. You can use a steam wand if you have one. If not, shake the milk vigorously in a jar or pump the plunger in a French press to get the air in there. You can’t have a Starbucks copycat cinnamon dolce latte without the milk froth foam! Cinnamon dolce creme is just delish!

Oat milk froths up well if you prefer a non-dairy variety in your plain coffee or delicious latte. Soy milk, rice milk or almond milk are other options for this DIY cinnamon dolce latte if you are keen on a vegan or skinny version.

Because the cinnamon dolce syrup is enough for 6 lattes, you will probably have some over. Unless you’re making this drink for yourself and five friends! It will keep for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator. You can use any kind of airtight bottle or container.

Making Dolce Latte at Home: Variations

When I’m in Starbucks cinnamon dolce latte is one of my favourites to order. However, at home I can make this great homemade cinnamon dolce latte. And it’s hard to tell the difference in flavour. If you are a fan of a pumpkin spice latte, I am sure you will love this version.

If you want to make your own lattes but you’re in a rush, there are speedy shortcuts. Cinnamon dolce syrup can be bought instead of made. You could buy it from Starbucks. Unfortunately they discontinued their sugar-free version of this coffee syrup several months back. If you prefer to use sugar-free there are other brands to choose from. If you are a fan of cinnamon dolce but want a shortcut, just get the pre-made syrup.

You can buy syrups directly from most Starbucks stores although seasonal and premium flavours usually won’t be available. I’ve tried different coffee syrups and the Torani brand is pretty good and they have a cinnamon and also a brown sugar cinnamon option.

However, if you make your own syrup for this Starbucks copycat latte, it will taste extra good and extra fresh. Plus once you know how easy it is to make, you will want to make other varieties.

What’s the Difference Between Latte and Cappuccino?

Although I love both drinks, I especially love lattes. This Starbucks cinnamon dolce latte is just perfect. You might be wondering what the difference is between a latte and cappuccino though, since they’re so similar.

While a cappuccino has the same amount of espresso, foamed milk and steamed milk, a latte has more steamed milk and less foam. Also, cappuccino is layered while latte is more blended.

So if you’re looking for a perfect Starbucks copycat drink for the season, consider this. The Starbucks cinnamon dolce latte combines coffee with foamy milk plus the sweetness of cinnamon. It’s a wonderful drink for the fall season, especially if you’re a real cinnamon lover.

Just Like Starbucks Cinnamon Dolce Latte Copycat Recipe

I love this delicious Starbucks copycat recipe with donuts or cookies, as a special late afternoon treat. Once you realize how simple it is to prepare, you will want to make this Starbucks cinnamon dolce latte all the time! What are your favourite copycat Starbucks recipes? I will get more DIY specialty coffee recipes soon.

Whether you are a fan of hot coffee, strong coffee or a fancy coffee, you may want to grab a snap of your tasty beverage and find a coffee Instagram caption for the ‘gram. Once you learn how to make a cinnamon dolce latte you definitely will want to snap a pic of it.

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