Substitute for Latte, Espresso, or any thick coffee drink?

Oceanborn · 01-05-2012, 03:21 AM

I used to have a habit of having a vanilla latte from the convenience store every day. There weren't any nutrition facts, but I'm guessing that at the normal big size they had, it was at least a few hundred calories and probably near 100 carbs or so.

What are some good alternatives/substitutes for a vanilla Latte or even hot chocolate? I'd rather a 'thick', warm drink rather than something thin like coffee. I wouldn't mind taking a look at some thick-type iced coffee beverages either.

Brendajm · 01-05-2012, 03:33 AM

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I use this to get a nice thick espresso type coffee, quik and easy. Got it at target for 10$. I then froth up some almond milk and add some Sf vanilla syrup. Yum. I want one now!!

KCSoccer · 01-05-2012, 04:44 AM

For a cold "frappucino"-type drink, here's what I do:

In a blender, put 1 or 2 shots of espresso, cooled, (or in a pinch, I'll use one packet Starbucks Via Italian Roast instant coffee), 7-8 oz. unsweetened Trader Joes Coconut Milk Beverage (almond milk or some other LC milk will do), a shot of heavy cream, 1 scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder, and a couple of ice cubes. Blend until smooth. You can add 1/4 tsp. xanthan gum for a thicker mouthfeel, too. If you want it sweeter, add some Stevia or your sweetener of choice.

This is my mid-afternoon snack - it keeps me full till 6-7pm!

CarolynF · 01-05-2012, 02:46 PM

Ocean: Those things are full of sugar, I'm afraid..and other thickening things.

flossie73 · 01-08-2012, 10:56 AM

I've been drinking sugar-free hot chocolate (Swiss Miss Sensible Diet, I think it's called) as a way to get around my gas station cappuccino addiction. At first I would add some dry unflavored/unsweetened creamer powder or sugar-free liquid Coffeemate, but have since cut back to just plain mostly when I do have it. It's tough to break that habit, at least it has been for me. I imagine it's sort of like a cigarette smoker thinking that they should have a cigarette when they are in a bar. I still look at the coffee/cappuccino station when I go in to gas up... But it has gotten easier to resist.

01-05-2012, 03:21 AM	#1
Oceanborn Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 9 Gallery: Oceanborn	Substitute for Latte, Espresso, or any thick coffee drink? I used to have a habit of having a vanilla latte from the convenience store every day. There weren't any nutrition facts, but I'm guessing that at the normal big size they had, it was at least a few hundred calories and probably near 100 carbs or so. What are some good alternatives/substitutes for a vanilla Latte or even hot chocolate? I'd rather a 'thick', warm drink rather than something thin like coffee. I wouldn't mind taking a look at some thick-type iced coffee beverages either. Last edited by Oceanborn; 01-05-2012 at 03:26 AM..

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01-05-2012, 03:33 AM	#2
Brendajm Major LCF Poster! Join Date: May 2004 Location: lancaster, Pa Posts: 1,600 Gallery: Brendajm Stats: 130/117/115 WOE: was atkins, now maintenance Start Date: march, 2004	http:// I use this to get a nice thick espresso type coffee, quik and easy. Got it at target for 10$. I then froth up some almond milk and add some Sf vanilla syrup. Yum. I want one now!!

01-05-2012, 04:44 AM	#3
KCSoccer Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Kansas City Posts: 136 Gallery: KCSoccer Stats: maintenance Start Date: August 2010	For a cold "frappucino"-type drink, here's what I do: In a blender, put 1 or 2 shots of espresso, cooled, (or in a pinch, I'll use one packet Starbucks Via Italian Roast instant coffee), 7-8 oz. unsweetened Trader Joes Coconut Milk Beverage (almond milk or some other LC milk will do), a shot of heavy cream, 1 scoop vanilla or chocolate protein powder, and a couple of ice cubes. Blend until smooth. You can add 1/4 tsp. xanthan gum for a thicker mouthfeel, too. If you want it sweeter, add some Stevia or your sweetener of choice. This is my mid-afternoon snack - it keeps me full till 6-7pm!

01-05-2012, 02:46 PM	#4
CarolynF Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Kansas Posts: 36,825 Gallery: CarolynF Stats: 195/141/139 WOE: Eat Fat, Get Thin Start Date: January 2001	Ocean: Those things are full of sugar, I'm afraid..and other thickening things.

01-08-2012, 10:56 AM	#5
flossie73 Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Posts: 92 Gallery: flossie73	I've been drinking sugar-free hot chocolate (Swiss Miss Sensible Diet, I think it's called) as a way to get around my gas station cappuccino addiction. At first I would add some dry unflavored/unsweetened creamer powder or sugar-free liquid Coffeemate, but have since cut back to just plain mostly when I do have it. It's tough to break that habit, at least it has been for me. I imagine it's sort of like a cigarette smoker thinking that they should have a cigarette when they are in a bar. I still look at the coffee/cappuccino station when I go in to gas up... But it has gotten easier to resist.