numtella latte coffee alternative (caffeine free*, dairy free, low sugar)

We all deserve a treat now and then, and this decadent drink checks all the boxes. A delicious combo of nummy coffee alternative, Nutiva hazelnut spread, oat milk and a touch of sugar will leave you saying "mmmmm" after every sip. Nutiva has 40% less sugar than the leading brand,  and the additional sugar is totally optional and customizable! Add more to satisfy your sweet tooth or less for just a hint of decadence.

# of servings: 3

Ingredients:

3 cups boiling water

3 rounded tsps vanilla or original flavored nummy (add more if you like it bold)

1 cup half & half cream, full fat milk or oat milk (dairy or dairy-free)

1 tbsp granulated organic cane sugar

1/4 cup Nutella or Nutiva dairy-free hazelnut spread

Whipped cream or dairy-free whipped cream

Optional toppings: shaved chocolate, chocolate sauce, cinnamon - it's your creation!

Directions:

Pour 3 cups boiling water over 3 tsps nummy. Stir to combine.
Pour prepared nummy, half and half or milk, sugar and Nutella into a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir until Nutella melts and all ingredients are combined. Cook until hot, about 3-5 minutes. Top with whipped cream and other delights, and enjoy!

*Nutella contains trace amounts of caffeine due to its chocolate content. Therefore, there are less than 2mg of caffeine per serving in this recipe.