Santa’s on PTO and this is in his cup. Our Iced Caramel Eggnog Latte is made with Crazy Cups Caramel-flavored coffee, chilled eggnog, and a dash of cinnamon to keep things cozy even in 90° weather.
Picture this: Santa poolside, shades on, sipping a chilled caramel eggnog brew. Ice. Spice. Zero chance of snow.
Prep Time: 5 minutes | Difficulty: Easy sleighin’ | Calories: 130–180
Ingredients
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1 Crazy Cups Caramel Coffee Pod (regular or decaf)
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½ cup eggnog (traditional or dairy-free)
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¼ cup milk of choice (whole, oat, or almond)
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½ tsp ground cinnamon
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Ice
Optional Garnishes:
- Whipped cream
- Caramel drizzle
- Nutmeg or cinnamon sprinkle
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Crushed shortbread or gingerbread cookie rim (for full Santa effect)
Instructions
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Brew the Bold:
Brew one Crazy Cups Caramel Coffee Pod using the 6 oz setting. Let cool slightly. -
Shake It Up:
In a shaker or jar, combine the eggnog, milk, and cinnamon. Shake until frothy. -
Assemble the Chill:
Fill a tall glass with ice. Pour the cooled caramel coffee over the ice, then top with the eggnog mixture. -
Garnish (Optional but Extra Santa):
Add whipped cream, caramel drizzle, and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg.
Bonus: Rim the glass with crushed cookies for flair. -
Sip & Sleigh:
Grab your floatie. Take a sip. Pretend it’s snowing somewhere else.
Tips & Variations
Can't find eggnog? No worries, use almond, oat, or whole milk with a few warm spices and a touch of sweetener:
Combine:
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¾ cup milk of choice
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¼ tsp nutmeg
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¼ tsp cinnamon
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1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
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Splash of vanilla
You can also make it a frappe: Blend everything with ice for a creamy frozen latte