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If you’re looking for a Starbucks Toasted Coconut Latte recipe you can make at home, this is the one.

This copycat version is creamy, perfectly balanced, and has way more toasted coconut flavor than the original. Plus, it uses simple ingredients you can find at any grocery store. Whether you’re trying to save money, skip the Starbucks line, or just want a more consistent latte every time, this recipe makes it easy.

Ingredients

• 1–2 tablespoons Homemade Toasted Coconut Syrup (or store-bought), adjust to taste
• 2 shots espresso
• 6–8 ounces milk of choice (Starbucks uses 2% for this drink)
• Ice cubes
• Toasted coconut flakes (for topping), optional

How to Make a Toasted Coconut Latte

1. Add the toasted coconut syrup to your glass.
2. Brew a double shot of espresso, and then add to the cup and stir to combine. If you’re new to making espresso, see my post 5 Ways to Make Espresso at Home for machine and non-machine options.
3. Pour the milk over top, and fill the glass with ice.
4. Sprinkle with toasted coconut flakes, if using, and enjoy!

Make a Hot Latte

Want this as a hot latte?

Steam your milk using:

• a steam wand (on an espresso machine)
• an electric milk frother
• OR heat milk in the microwave or on the stove and froth with a handheld frother for added texture

Then pour the warmed frothed milk over your espresso + syrup mixture. Omit the ice, top with toasted coconut flakes, and enjoy.

How to Toast Coconut Flakes

To toast coconut flakes for the topping:

Add unsweetened coconut flakes to a pan over medium-low heat.
Stir frequently until the coconut turns golden brown (about 5-8 minutes).
Remove from heat immediately and transfer the toasted coconut to a separate container to prevent burning.

Starbucks Size Guide (Optional for Exact Copycat)

I personally prefer my lattes a little less sweet and more coffee-forward.

But if you’re trying to recreate the exact Starbucks taste at home, you can follow these standard cup ratios for Tall, Grande, and Venti sizes.

	TALL	GRANDE	VENTI
TOASTED COCONUT SYRUP	1.5 TABLESPOONS	2 TABLESPOONS	2.5 TABLESPOONS
ESPRESSO	1 SHOT	2 SHOTS	3 SHOTS
MILK	6 OUNCES	8 OUNCES	12 OUNCES
ICE	TO FILL THE CUP	TO FILL THE CUP	TO FILL THE CUP
TOASTED COCONUT FLAKES	NONE	NONE	NONE

Dairy-Free Option

Easily make this dairy-free by using:

• oat milk
• almond milk
• coconut milk (for extra coconut flavor 👀)
• OR your favorite plant based milk option

Sugar-Free Option

You can make a no added sugar toasted coconut syrup using allulose.

Allulose is my favorite for homemade sugar-free syrups because it:

• doesn’t crystallize
• has a smooth texture
• tastes closest to real sugar

Simply swap your sweetener for allulose in your homemade toasted coconut syrup recipe, or use a store-bought sugar free coconut syrup.

How to Make Espresso at Home

No espresso machine? No problem.

I have a full guide called “5 Ways to Make Espresso at Home (With or Without a Machine)” where I walk you through all your options—from instant espresso to Nespresso to budget-friendly methods.

More Starbucks Copycat Coconut Recipes

If you love coconut drinks, you have to try:

• My Starbucks Toasted Coconut Cream Cold Brew
• My Starbucks Iced Ube Coconut Macchiato
• My Starbucks Iced Coconut Milk Mocha Macchiato

All are super easy to make at home and honestly…even better than the original!

Final Thoughts

If you’ve been spending $6+ on lattes that don’t quite hit, this is your sign to start making them at home.

Once you taste how good (and easy) this drink is to recreate at home, you’re never going back!