Energy, but make it merry.

Let’s be honest—December requires caffeine.
Between the wrapping, baking, cleaning, gifting, and “just one more Christmas program,” we could all use a warm mug of encouragement. But swinging through a coffee shop every day? Not exactly simple… or budget-friendly.

Enter Instant Latte Mix—your new holiday best friend.

This cozy, creamy, whole-food mix turns any morning (or afternoon slump) into a coffeehouse moment. Just add hot water or hot milk, stir, and sip your way into a calmer, more caffeinated version of yourself.

And the best part? You get that latte-shop taste with clean ingredients and zero junk.

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☕ Why You’ll Love This Instant Latte Mix

1. Made from real, whole-food ingredients
2. A perfect quick gift for coffee-loving friends
3. Shelf-stable and ready in seconds
4. Customizable—sweeten it or spice it your way
5. Tastes like a cozy December morning

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☕ Instant Latte Mix (Whole-Food Version)

Dry Mix Ingredients

• 1 cup coconut milk powder
• 3–4 tablespoons coconut sugar (adjust to taste)
• 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder
• 1 tablespoon arrowroot powder (optional—for extra creaminess)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla powder or ½ teaspoon vanilla bean paste
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt

Instructions

1. Add all ingredients to a bowl and whisk until fully combined.
2. Store in an airtight jar for up to 3 months.

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☕ To Make a Latte

Add 3 tablespoons Instant Latte Mix to:

• 1 cup hot water or
• 1 cup warm milk for a richer drink

Stir well (or froth if you want to get fancy).

Top with a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Or cocoa powder.
Or nothing… if it’s one of those mornings.

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💡 Optional Add-Ins

• A pinch of nutmeg
• A swirl of maple syrup
• A splash of Day 24 Homemade Vanilla Extract
• A teaspoon of cacao powder for a mocha vibe

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☕ Ways We Use It

• In travel mugs before early morning Christmas shopping
• As a quick pick-me-up while watching the kids sled
• For a cozy afternoon break between holiday chores
• As a stocking stuffer for teachers, neighbors, or fellow tired mamas

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❤️ A Loving Family Memory

One of my favorite memories is from a December years ago. The kids had finally gone to bed after a day packed with activities—the kind where you swear it should be midnight but the clock still reads 7:30.

I remember standing in the kitchen, Christmas tree glowing in the corner, snow falling softly outside. My husband handed me a mug of warm latte we made from this mix. We sat on the couch, wrapped in blankets, finally still for the first time all day.

The quiet.
The warmth.
The soft hum of the lights.
The sweetness of honey-colored memories made earlier that day.

That simple moment felt like the pause button the holiday season forgets to give us. And every time I sip this latte, I remember: it’s okay to slow down.

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🎁 Day 22 Complete

Your Instant Latte Mix is ready for cozy mornings, long to-do lists, and everything in between. Tomorrow, we’ll keep the warm-and-fuzzy trend going with:

Day 23 — Cocoa Coffee Creamer
Because mama needs fuel to wrap all those presents.