How To Make A Latte With Keurig That Tastes Great Hot or Iced

Lattes are a traditional hot coffee drink made with espresso and steamed milk. They are based on an Italian coffee called caffè latte, which translates to “coffee with milk.” Lattes can also be enjoyed iced. If you have a Keurig machine, you may be wondering how to make a latte with Keurig. Keep reading to learn more.

Can Keurig Make Lattes?

Can you make a latte with Keurig machines? Technically, the answer is no. To make a real latte you need to brew espresso. A shot of espresso is a highly concentrated coffee prepared under significant hot water pressure. Keurig machines cannot make espresso because the brewing process they use is not designed to achieve the needed level of high pressure. You would need an espresso maker or Nespresso machine for a true espresso. You can see my related post on the differences between Keurig and Nespresso.

What You Need To Make A Latte With Keurig

Even though you cannot make an authentic latte with a Keurig, you can get something pretty close. If a bold tasting and milky drink is what you are craving, here is what you’ll need:

Milk Frother

To make a drink that is like a latte, you will need to be able to froth milk. Unless you have the Keurig K-Cafe or Keurig K-Latte (only available at Walmart), your model does not have a built in milk frother. That means you will need to buy an accessory.

Keurig makes its own milk frother which is compatible with all machines. The Keurig frother heats up in just 3 minutes. You can use it to froth any dairy milk or soy and almond milk; however, generally speaking, whole milk or reduced fat milk tends to froth better than others.

Espresso Roast K-Cups

In addition to a frother, you’ll want to stock up on K-cups that try to replicate an espresso taste. Look for a dark roast or espresso roast. I think the K-cups shown below are the best pods for lattes.

HyperChiller For Iced Lattes

If you prefer to enjoy your lattes iced, you may want to buy a HyperChiller. I use mine every day during the spring/summer. It chills your coffee in just a minute or two before you pour it over ice. This helps minimize ice melt so that you can enjoy a latte that tastes deliciously milky and not watered down.

How To Make a Latte With Keurig K-Cafe

The Keurig K-Cafe makes it easy to make a latte in just 3 steps

1. Brew a dark roast K-cup or espresso roast pod using the SHOT size
2. Add cold milk to the frother to the Latte line
3. Press the latte button – then enjoy!

To make an iced latte with the K-Cafe, follow the same steps. Just add ice at the end and be sure to use a plastic or thermal cup (not glass).

How To Make a Latte With Keurig K-Latte

The Keurig K-Latte makes it easy to make a latte in just 3 steps

1. Brew a dark roast K-cup or espresso roast pod using the SHOT size
2. Add 6 oz cold milk to the frother to the MAX line. Press the top hot froth button.
3. Add the frothed milk to the glass with the brewed Keurig coffee – then enjoy!

To make an iced latte with the K-Latte, follow the same steps but press the cold froth button on the frother instead. Then, just add ice at the end and be sure to use a plastic or thermal cup (not glass).

How To Make a Latte With All Other Keurig Machines

1. Brew a dark roast K-cup or espresso roast pod using either the 4 oz, 6 oz or STRONG button. The STRONG button is preferred if available.
2. Add 6 oz cold milk to the frother to the MAX line. Press the top hot froth button.
3. Add the frothed milk to the glass with the brewed coffee – then enjoy!

To make an iced latte with your Keurig, follow the same steps but press the cold froth button on the frother instead. Add ice next. Be sure to use a plastic or thermal cup (not glass).

Keurig Latte Recipes

If you like lattes with a bit of rich flavor, you’ll enjoy these simple single serve K-cup recipes. Use any of your favorite coffee pods that are dark or espresso roast.

Vanilla Latte Recipe

1. Pour one ounce of vanilla syrup into a glass that is 12 oz or larger.
2. Froth 6 ounces of milk and pour the milk into the glass.
3. Brew one Keurig dark roast or espresso roast pods directly into the glass.
4. Top with whipped cream and / or cinnamon (optional)

Matcha Latte Recipe

1. Froth 6 ounces of milk and pour the milk into the glass.
2. Brew one Keurig matcha green tea K-cup directly into the glass.

Caramel Latte Recipe

1. Grab a 12 oz glass or larger. Place 1 oz of caramel syrup into the bottom of the glass.
2. Prepare 6 oz of frothed milk, then add to glass and stir.
3. Brew one Keurig dark roast or espresso roast pods directly into the glass.
4. Top with whipped cream and / or caramel sauce drizzle (optional)

Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe

1. Grab a 12 oz glass or larger. Place 1 oz of pumpkin spice syrup into the bottom of the glass.
2. Prepare 6 oz of frothed milk, then add to glass and stir.
3. Brew one Keurig dark roast or espresso roast pods directly into the glass.
4. Top with whipped cream and / or pumpkin spice (optional)