Are you a fan of the Starbucks pistachio latte and wondering how you can have it while you are now eating low-carb? Check out our keto Starbucks copycat pistachio latte recipe!

Clear double wall mug no handle full for Keto Pistachio Latte Recipe. Cloth napkin in background with whole pistachios around the bottom of mug.

This latte is a nice mix of cozy flavors of sweet pistachio, coffee, and rich brown butter. And it only uses a few simple ingredients.

If you have an espresso machine you can use it for this recipe, however, it is not needed for this easy recipe. You can make strong coffee without it.

If you are looking for other new recipes and coffee info, here are a few to check out.

What Is A Copycat Starbucks Pistachio Latte?

A copycat Starbucks Pistachio Latte is a homemade or non-Starbucks version of the popular Starbucks beverage, designed to mimic the taste and appearance of the original as closely as possible.

Starbucks introduced the Pistachio Latte as part of their winter menu in recent years, quickly becoming a favorite for its unique flavor profile. The drink combines espresso and steamed milk with pistachio-flavored sauce and is usually topped with a salted brown buttery topping, offering a rich and nutty taste with a hint of sweetness and saltiness.

To make a copycat version of this drink, you would typically use similar ingredients to achieve a comparable flavor. It can use homemade pistachio syrup or store-bought.

However, our copycat pistachio latte recipe is a little different. We have not only made a copycat in flavor but we also made it keto. So those of us following the low-carb lifestyle can still enjoy coffee drinks such as this one.

Making this pistachio latte recipe at home is a simple way to recreate the Starbucks Pistachio Latte experience, allowing for customization according to personal taste preferences, dietary restrictions, or availability of ingredients.

Seasonal Pistachio Latte Ingredients:

Strong Coffee: while most pistachio latte recipe call for espresso shots really strong coffee also works. However, if you have shots of espresso, feel free to use that in place of the strong coffee.

Butter: butter is the secret ingredient that makes this pistachio latte taste decadent. It is used to make what they call browned butter.

Almond Milk: this is another change from the normal recipe. We are using almond milk in place of real milk to cut the carbs.

Pistachio Syrup: while you can use a homemade version of sugar-free pistachio simple syrup, we took the easy way out and just used the store-bought sugar-free pistachio syrup kind.

Heavy Whipping Cream: this helps to add to the creaminess and also adds more fat to the recipe.

How To Make This Creamy Pistachio Latte:

In a small pan over medium heat, melt the butter until foamy and golden brown.
In a coffee mug add pistachio syrup, browned butter, and coffee. Mix well (you can add extra keto-friendly sweetener if needed)
Heat the milk and heavy cream and whisk until foamy.
Add frothed milk with foam to coffee.
Sprinkle with chopped pistachios if desired.

Frequently Asked Starbucks Latte Copycat Recipe Questions:

Starbucks lattes are a popular choice among coffee lovers, and many enjoy recreating their favorite drinks at home. Here are some frequently asked questions about making Starbucks latte copycat recipes:

Q. Can this be made as an iced pistachio latte?

A. Yes! Simply use cold milk and use cold brew, iced coffee, or precooled coffee. You can also pour it over ice if you want an iced latte.

Q. What is the best way to make strong coffee if you don’t have an espresso maker to make a shot of espresso?

A. It can be made in a normal coffee maker, pour-over maker, or a french press. Just use more coffee grounds than you normally do to get strong coffee.

Q. How do I steam milk without an espresso machine?

A. You can steam milk without an espresso machine by heating it gently in a saucepan and then whisking it vigorously by hand or with an electric handheld milk frother to create foam.

Q. How do I make my latte foamier?

A. The key to foamy milk is the amount of air you introduce while steaming or frothing it. Use a frothing wand or electric frother and incorporate air until you get the desired level of foam. Non-dairy milks do not forth as well so that is why we added heavy cream to ours.

Q. Can this be made in different flavors?

A. Sure! Simply swap out the pistachio flavoring with your personal preference. Other great flavors would be vanilla extract, pumpkin spice latte, almond extract, etc. Just know if using the extracts, you will also need to add a keto-friendly sweetener of choice.