This Birthday Cake Latte is a sweet, celebratory coffee treat made with homemade cake batter syrup, creamy cold foam, and festive sprinkles.
Ready to turn your daily coffee into a party? This Birthday Cake Latte is a whimsical, café-style drink that tastes just like a slice of funfetti cake with sprinkles, sweet vanilla flavor, and a creamy cold foam on top. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday or just need a little extra joy in your morning routine, this latte brings the festive vibes with every sip.
Why You’ll Love This Birthday Cake Latte
- 🎉 Homemade birthday cake syrup gives it authentic, cake batter flavor
- 🧁 Creamy cold foam with a hint of blue spirulina makes it as pretty as it is delicious
- 🧊 Perfect iced latte for any celebration—no baking required
- 🌈 Customizable toppings like sprinkles and whipped cream make it Instagram-worthy
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Sugar & Water – The base of a simple syrup to sweeten your latte just right.
- Cake Batter Extract – The star ingredient that gives the syrup that nostalgic, funfetti flavor. You can usually find this in the baking aisle, or sub with a blend of vanilla and almond extract if needed.
- Espresso – Strong, bold espresso balances the sweetness of the syrup. No espresso machine? Use instant espresso or strong brewed coffee.
- Birthday Cake Syrup – Adds the sweet, cake-flavored punch. Adjust to taste—1 tablespoon for mild sweetness, 2 for a birthday party in a cup.
- Milk – Whole milk froths beautifully, but oat, almond, or coconut milk all work too.
- Heavy Cream + Milk – Whisked together for a smooth, luscious topping.
- Birthday Cake Syrup – Ties the whole drink together with that cake flavor in every layer.
- Blue Spirulina (optional) – Adds a dreamy pastel blue hue, naturally. Totally optional but super fun!
- Sprinkles & Whipped Cream (optional) – Because no birthday cake latte is complete without them.
How to Make a Birthday Cake Latte
1. Make the Birthday Cake Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine equal parts sugar and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 5–10 minutes until the sugar is fully dissolved. Remove from heat and stir in the cake batter extract. Let cool, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2–3 weeks.
2. Make the Cold Foam
In a cup, mix heavy cream, milk, birthday cake syrup, and spirulina (if using). Froth with a handheld frother until thick and creamy. Set aside.
3. Assemble the Latte
In a tall glass filled with ice, add birthday cake syrup, milk, and freshly brewed espresso. Top with your fluffy cold foam, then finish with whipped cream and rainbow sprinkles for the ultimate festive finish.
Hot or Iced? Your Choice!
This latte is written as an iced drink, but it’s just as magical served hot. Simply steam the milk, skip the ice, and enjoy the same sweet, cake-inspired flavor with a cozy twist.
Optional Garnishes:
- Whipped cream
- Sprinkles (rainbow or pastel for birthday cake vibes)
- A drizzle of extra syrup over the foam
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Birthday Cake Latte
Ingredients
BIRTHDAY CAKE SYRUP
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tbsp cake batter extract
BIRTHDAY CAKE LATTE
- 2 shots espresso
- 1-2 tbsp birthday cake syrup
- 8 oz milk
BIRTHDAY CAKE COLD FOAM
- 3 tbsp heavy cream
- 2 tbsp milk
- 1 tbsp birthday cake syrup
- 1/4 tsp blue spiralina optional
- Sprinkles optional
- Whipped cream optional
Instructions
MAKE THE BIRTHDAY CAKE SYRUP
- In a sauce pan combine the water and sugar. Bring mixture to a boil and allow to simmer for 5-10 minutes. Add in cake batter extract.
- Pour into an air tight container and store in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks.
MAKE THE LATTE
- In a small cup combine all the ingredients for the birthday cake cold foam. Whisk together with a frother until mixture has thickened. Set Aside.
- In a large cup add ice, then birthday cake syrup syrup, milk, and then espresso. Top with birthday cake cold foam and enjoy!
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