Dairy Free Iced Apple Crisp Macchiato

This Dairy Free Iced Apple Crisp Macchiato honestly made me obsessed with coffee again. If you know me, you know I have been a matcha girl the last few years for health and hormone reasons, but I am 100% back on the coffee train after making this delicious fall beverage. I have actually never tried the Starbucks version of this drink because I try to focus on better-for-you ingredients, but the flavor combination sounded delicious, so I tried making it at home! My DIY copycat version is fruity, made with simple ingredients and tastes like a fresh baked apple crisp!

The best part about this autumn drink is that you only need a handful of ingredients to make it. The apple syrup is made with 4 simple ingredients. Delicious homemade apple syrup is layered with creamy nondairy milk and topped with a shot of espresso. It's the perfect iced coffee for sweater season and you can also make a hot version if you prefer. Make sure to add this one to your weekend breakfast menu! If you love fun fall beverages, you will also love my Vegan Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte, Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Creamer and Apple Cinnamon Tea.

Why You'll Love This Drink

It's so easy to make and you only need 5 ingredients (plus water and ice)!

This Iced Apple Crisp Macchiato is dairy free and allergy-friendly!

This drink is budget-friendly and you can make a better version at home.

It's made with better-for-you ingredients than the Starbucks version!

The homemade apple syrup is so simple. You can make a batch at the beginning of the week and use it all week for your coffees (and matchas)!

Ingredients Needed

Apple: I used a honey crisp apple in this recipe because it is my favorite variety of apple. You can use any variety of apple you love. This recipe is perfect for using up leftover apples from apple picking!

Sugar: I used coconut sugar in this recipe. It gives it a delicious caramel flavor. Regular sugar also works just fine though!

Water: I am mindful about using filtered water in my recipes! I love my Aquatru water filter for this because it filters out so many contaminants. It has been so helpful on my health journey. If you use my link, you also get a discount.

Cinnamon: Cinnamon gives this apple crisp syrup a fall-inspired flavor. If you have histamine issues, swap it out for cardamom!

Vanilla Extract: Vanilla extract adds delicious warmth to this apple syrup. If you have histamine issues, make sure to use non-alcoholic vanilla extract.

Milk: The classic Starbucks version uses oat milk, but I swapped that out for coconut cashew milk. It is creamier and more delicious in my opinion! Elmhurst is my favorite brand because it uses simple ingredients, no gums or fillers and it is glyphosate-free. You can use any milk you love.

Ice: I like to use shaped ice cubes when I can to make the experience more fun! Regular ice also works just fine!

Espresso: I like to use organic espresso and coffee whenever possible (even better if it is tested for mycotoxins, but we do the best we can). I share this information with you not to fear monger, but to empower you to make better choices for your health if it is available to you. Chameleon Coffee is our favorite espresso brand if we are grabbing it at the store! Regular coffee also works great here. Some of my favorite brands that are organic and tested for mycotoxins are: Purity Coffee (use code LESSWITHLAUR for a discount) and Danger Coffee. If you're looking for a full list of coffee swaps, check out my Substack, where I send out non-toxic swaps round ups every Sunday.

Drizzle: I used date syrup for the drizzle, but you can also use caramel. Try out my homemade dairy free caramel for this!

Step-By-Step Instructions

Step 1: Gather your ingredients.

Step 2: Chop apple. Add apple to a pot with sugar, cinnamon and water and cook over low-medium heat until the apple begins to break down. Stir in vanilla extract.

Step 3: Strain mixture into a jar using a strainer. Press down on apple to get the most juice out of it possible.

Step 4: Add ice to a glass along with apple syrup, milk and pour over espresso. Enjoy!

How To Store

The apple syrup can be stored in a sealed jar for 5-7 days in the refrigerator. I would recommend making this beverage right before drinking for best flavor!

Variations

Swap coffee in for espresso if you don't have any on hand! You can also use decaf coffee instead of regular.

Try using almond milk or oat milk instead of coconut cashew milk. Any dairy free milk works in this recipe.

To make this Iced Apple Crisp Macchiato sweeter, add in more apple syrup.

Add other spices like ginger, cardamom, nutmeg and allspice to give the syrup more depth.

Add a dollop of dairy free whipped cream on top to make this drink extra special.

How To Serve

This Iced Apple Crisp Macchiato is perfect for:

A fall morning where it is cool enough to wear a sweater, but not cold enough to need a coat.

The most delicious fall breakfast!

Serving at your very own home cafe.

Brunch and pumpkin painting with your friends or family.

Related Recipes

Be sure to try these dairy free fall recipes next:

Gluten Free Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies

Pumpkin Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

Apple Cinnamon Blondies

Spaghetti Squash Pizza Casserole

Sweet Potato Gnocchi

If you make this Dairy Free Iced Apple Crisp Macchiato and love it, I would really appreciate a 5 star review! I also love seeing your creations so please tag me on Instagram or TikTok.