Butter Pecan Latte with Homemade Butter Pecan Syrup

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If you’re craving a sweet, nutty, and indulgent drink you can make right in your kitchen, this Butter Pecan Iced Latte with Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Cold Foam is for you. It’s layered with cozy fall flavors, creamy textures, and a buttery syrup that makes each sip feel like dessert in a glass. The best part? You can whip it up at home with simple ingredients. I love making a special treat with ingredients I trust.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Coffee shop flavor at home – Save money and skip the long lines.
• Homemade syrup – Freshly toasted pecans and butter make this syrup irresistibly rich.
• A decadent twist – Cream cheese cold foam + butter pecan drizzle = a latte that feels like a treat.
• Customizable – Make it sweeter, lighter, or extra nutty depending on your preference.

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Homemade Butter Pecan Syrup

Before we assemble the latte, let’s start with the heart of the recipe: a rich, nutty butter pecan syrup that is a one-of-a-kind syrup!

Ingredients

• ½ cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
• 1 cup water
• ½ cup pecans, finely chopped
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Instructions

Butter Pecan Iced Latte with Brown Sugar Cream Cheese Cold Foam

Now that you’ve got your syrup ready, let’s make the latte itself. This drink has two indulgent layers: the butter pecan latte base and a creamy brown sugar cold foam.

Ingredients

For the Latte:

• 2 shots espresso (or ½ cup strong brewed coffee)
• 1 cup milk of choice (whole milk or oat milk are best)
• 2–3 tbsp homemade butter pecan syrup
• Ice cubes

For the Cold Foam:

• ¼ cup heavy cream, cold
• 1 tbsp cream cheese, softened
• 1 tbsp brown sugar

Instructions

1. Prepare the latte base

2. Make the cold foam

3. Assemble the drink

Tips for Success

• Use strong coffee. If you don’t have an espresso machine, brew your coffee on the strong side so the butter pecan flavor doesn’t overpower it.
• Keep cream cold. Cold cream whips up into foam much faster than room temp.
• Make it dairy-free. Use oat milk, coconut cream, and vegan cream cheese to adapt this recipe for non-dairy diets.
• Prep ahead. Both the butter pecan syrup and the cold foam can be made ahead and stored in the fridge. I like prepping a large amount at the beginning of the week, so I can make myself a yummy drink each day!

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Butter Pecan Iced Latte with Homemade Syrup

Butter Pecan Iced Latte

Yield: 1 drink

Prep Time: 2 minutes

Cook Time: 7 minutes

Assemble Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 14 minutes

A sweet, nutty iced coffee with buttery pecan flavor, creamy milk, and a smooth espresso kick.

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Ingredients

• 2 shots espresso (or ½ cup strong coffee)
• 1 cup milk of choice
• 2–3 tbsp butter pecan syrup
• Ice cubes

Cold Foam

• ¼ cup heavy cream
• 1 tbsp cream cheese
• 1 tbsp brown sugar

Butter Pecan Syrup (Batch)

• ½ cup butter
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup water
• ½ cup chopped pecans
• 1 tsp vanilla
• Pinch salt

Instructions

1. Make syrup: simmer butter, brown sugar, and water with toasted pecans. Stir in vanilla and cool.
2. Make latte: stir espresso with syrup, add ice, and top with milk.
3. Cold foam: whip cream, cream cheese, and brown sugar until thick.
4. Assemble: top latte with foam, drizzle sauce, garnish with pecans.

Notes

After refrigerating, a layer of butter solids may rise to the top—simply skim them off before using.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 1 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 3239Total Fat: 209gSaturated Fat: 110gTrans Fat: 6gUnsaturated Fat: 85gCholesterol: 496mgSodium: 1638mgCarbohydrates: 338gFiber: 7gSugar: 302gProtein: 24g

Final Thoughts

This Butter Pecan Iced Latte is cozy, nutty, and sweet in all the right ways. With layers of homemade syrup, creamy foam, and buttery sauce, it’s the kind of drink you’ll want to sip slowly and savor. Perfect for fall mornings or anytime you want something indulgent and special. This drink is perfect for dropping off at a friend’s house—definitely a crowd-pleaser!