If you're already Pumpkin Spiced-out, try this alternate yummy caffeinated drink! But don't fret the details—RightThisMinute how-to guru Jessica Hord has everything you need to stick the gingerbread man in your Christmas latte. Read the full directions below!<br /><br />You'll Need:<br /><br />— 3 1/2 cups espresso, coffee or decaffeinated coffee<br /><br />— 1/4 cup pure maple syrup<br /><br />— 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg<br /><br />— 2 tbsp brown sugar<br /><br />— 3 tsp ground ginger<br /><br />— 1 tsp pure vanilla extract<br /><br />— 2 cinnamon sticks<br /><br />— Pinch of cloves<br /><br />— 8 cups whole milk<br /><br />— Optional toppings: Caramel, graham cracker crumbs, whipped, cream, gingerbread cookies<br /><br />Instructions:<br /><br />1. Add all ingredients to slow cooker.<br /><br />2. Cook on low for three hours, then set slow cooker to warm and cook for additional two hours.<br /><br />3. Stir before serving. (If you'd like to keep the cloves and cinnamon sticks out of people's mugs, use a strainer.) You're done!<br /><br />Inspired by: The Cookie Rookie
