Beverages (Non-Alcoholic)

Lavender Latte (Hot or Iced)

Learn how to make a lavender latte (hot or iced) with this simple recipe that’s easy to customize to your liking. After moving back to KC last summer, one of my good friends introduced me to her favorite drink at our neighborhood coffee shop — an iced lavender latte — and it was love at […]

Learn how to make a lavender latte (hot or iced) with this simple recipe that’s easy to customize to your liking.

Lavender Latte

After moving back to KC last summer, one of my good friends introduced me to her favorite drink at our neighborhood coffee shop — an iced lavender latte — and it was love at first sip. ♡

I’ve long been a fan of pairing lavender with earl grey tea to make a London fog latte. But this was the first time I had ever tasted lavender paired with espresso. And when out for a morning stroll around the neighborhood with our iced lattes on a hot summer’s day, that extra hint of delicate floral flavor in my coffee was just delightful. Loved it!

The cost of those extra pumps of syrup at the coffee shop have a way of adding up quickly, though. So last summer, I got into the routine of making small batches of homemade lavender syrup so that we could make our own lavender lattes here at home. And now nearly a year later, a hot or iced lavender latte continues to be one of my favorite ways to begin the day. They’re easy to make and customize with your favorite type of milk and espresso, and taste equally delicious hot or iced. So whenever you feel like giving your latte a floral twist, let’s simmer up a quick batch of lavender syrup and make some lavender lattes together!

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Matcha Latte

This classic matcha latte recipe is easy to make and customize to your liking and always so delicious. The older I get, the more I’m convinced that one of life’s simplest pleasures is looking forward to the next morning’s warm and cozy drink. And this winter in particular, I’ve found myself often trading in my […]

This classic matcha latte recipe is easy to make and customize to your liking and always so delicious.

The older I get, the more I’m convinced that one of life’s simplest pleasures is looking forward to the next morning’s warm and cozy drink. And this winter in particular, I’ve found myself often trading in my usual coffee for a vibrant matcha latte to start the day. ♡

I’ve always loved the ritual of making a matcha latte just as much as the drink itself — sifting the gorgeous green powder into a bowl, whisking it rhythmically into a paste, swirling it together with frothy steamed milk, and savoring that deliciously warm and earthy first sip. It always feels like such a simple yet sacred process, and it’s one that I’ve come to really enjoy making at home over the last few years. And the resulting nutrient-rich drink with its layers of comforting flavors is always such a treat.

The joy of making your own homemade matcha latte, of course, is that you get to customize the type and amount of sweetener that you use, if you choose to sweeten your drink at all. (I personally find the Starbucks matcha latte a bit too sweet for my taste.) You can also use your favorite type of milk, and tweak the specific milk to matcha ratio that you prefer. And of course, a homemade matcha latte is almost always significantly cheaper than the coffee shop version.

If you’re new to making matcha lattes, there’s a tiny learning curve that comes with the process, so I recommend reading through the notes and watching the video below for a visual. Then in no time, you too can be starting the day with your own cozy homemade matcha latte too. Cheers, friends!

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Nutella Hot Chocolate

A cozy mug of Nutella hot chocolate is quick and easy to make with 3 ingredients, full of the classic chocolate-hazelnut flavor we all love. Who else is ready to cozy up with a warm mug of Nutella hot chocolate? ♡ We’re settling in for a cold and rainy weekend ahead here in Kansas City, […]

A cozy mug of Nutella hot chocolate is quick and easy to make with 3 ingredients, full of the classic chocolate-hazelnut flavor we all love.

Who else is ready to cozy up with a warm mug of Nutella hot chocolate? ♡

We’re settling in for a cold and rainy weekend ahead here in Kansas City, so warm drinks of all kinds are on the agenda, including a round of this delicious chocolate-hazelnut hot chocolate. I actually first shared this recipe here on Gimme Some Oven over a decade ago, and all of these years later, it continues to be a favorite winter tradition here in our home.

This recipe is probably the quickest and easiest version of homemade hot chocolate that you can make, simply stirring a big dollop of Nutella into a warm mug of milk along with a sprinkle of sea salt to bring out the best of the chocolate and hazelnut flavors. It comes together in just a few minutes (and is definitely easy enough for kids to DIY their own mugs). And it always tastes wonderfully nostalgic and indulgent and perfectly Nutella-y.

On a cold winter’s night, there’s nothing better. So grab a jar of Nutella and let’s make some hot chocolate together.

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Kir Royale

This classic kir royale recipe is easy to make with sparkling wine, crème de cassis and your choice of berries for garnish. Tell me you watched Emily in Paris without telling me you watched Emily in Paris…♡ Yes, I admit that Netflix’s favorite influencer recently influenced me to make a round of these bubbly cocktails […]

This classic kir royale recipe is easy to make with sparkling wine, crème de cassis and your choice of berries for garnish.

Kir Royale

Tell me you watched Emily in Paris without telling me you watched Emily in Paris…♡

Yes, I admit that Netflix’s favorite influencer recently influenced me to make a round of these bubbly cocktails for a recent gathering with girlfriends. But a classic kir royale genuinely is just so lovely and refreshing to sip on a warm day. And with just two main ingredients, it couldn’t be easier to make.

If you happen to be new to the kir royale, this classic French cocktail is traditionally made by topping crème de cassis (a sweet blackcurrant liqueur) with sparkling white wine (such as Champagne). It is a sophisticated, bubbly, vibrant red cocktail that takes literally less than a minute to prepare, making this a great option for easy entertaining. And if you feel like adding a garnish, fresh berries or a lemon twist are always beautiful additions.

Cheers and sauté!

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Golden Milk (Hot or Iced)

This simple golden milk latte recipe is made with cozy warming spices, your choice of milk, and can be served either hot or iced. Whether you’re craving a cozy mug of warm golden milk on a chilly day, or looking to cool off with a refreshing glass of iced golden milk, my favorite golden milk […]

This simple golden milk latte recipe is made with cozy warming spices, your choice of milk, and can be served either hot or iced.

Whether you’re craving a cozy mug of warm golden milk on a chilly day, or looking to cool off with a refreshing glass of iced golden milk, my favorite golden milk recipe always hits the spot. ♡

It’s quick and easy to make with a simple blend of warming spices that you likely already have in your pantry, including nutrient-dense turmeric, which gives the drink is famously bright and beautiful golden color. And when making homemade golden milk, you of course have the option to completely customize the spice blend, type of milk, and amount of sweetener to your liking. If you enjoy golden milk on the regular like we do in our home, I’ve also included instructions below for how to pre-mix a large batch of golden milk powder (basically all of the spices, salt and pepper) ahead of time, so that you can just add a quick spoonful to steamed milk whenever the craving hits. And while we normally only keep ground turmeric stocked in our kitchen, I’ve included an option as well for how to make golden milk with fresh turmeric if you happen to have some on hand.

I’ve been in the habit of making myself a warm mug of golden milk each evening after dinner this winter, and have to say that I find myself looking forward to that soothing, delicious blend of warming spices so much. It’s just such a delicious drink, in addition to its impressive list of healing benefits (see below), and never fails to deliver on those cozy hygge vibes.

So whether you’re craving hot golden milk or a chilled glass of iced golden milk, bookmark this recipe below and give it a try!

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Ginger Shots

My favorite ginger shot recipe is super easy to make in the blender, more affordable than store-bought versions, and completely customizable to your liking. As someone who’s a bit of a ginger fanatic, I absolutely adore a well-crafted ginger shot. But the cost of those tiny store-bought bottles can definitely add up! So this is […]

My favorite ginger shot recipe is super easy to make in the blender, more affordable than store-bought versions, and completely customizable to your liking.

Ginger Shots

As someone who’s a bit of a ginger fanatic, I absolutely adore a well-crafted ginger shot. But the cost of those tiny store-bought bottles can definitely add up!

So this is of course where I try to talk you into making your own from scratch. ♡

It’s easy to make a quick batch in less than 10 minutes using a blender (no fancy juicer required). And the best part of making homemade ginger shots is that you get to control the intensity of the ginger and what other ingredients are included! I’m partial to a 3-ingredient mix of orange, lemon and coconut water as the base for my ginger shots. But you are welcome to just just about any type of fruit juice (such as grapefruit, pineapple, apple, etc) or water that you prefer. And while I love a very strong and spicy kick of ginger in mine, but you can easily tone down or amp up the amount of ginger however you would like.

I always love starting the week by blending up a quick batch. So if you love ginger shots as much as I do, join me!

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