18 Simple Dolce Gusto Recipes That Feel Café-Style

If you own a Dolce Gusto machine, you already know how easy it is to make a good cup of coffee at home. But once you start playing around with different flavors, milks, and add-ins, it gets even better.

These Dolce Gusto recipes go beyond the basic pod-and-water routine and turn everyday coffee into something you actually look forward to making.

Some are cozy and warm, some are iced and refreshing, and a few feel like a small treat at the end of the day. None of them are complicated or require special tools.

Whether you drink coffee every morning or save it for slower moments, these recipes make your Dolce Gusto feel way more versatile.

1. Vanilla Latte

This vanilla latte is one of those drinks that feels comforting every single time.

The vanilla doesn’t overpower the coffee; it softens it. I like how it turns a regular latte into something that feels a bit more special without tasting artificial.

It’s also a great option if you’re easing into flavored coffee.

The espresso still comes through, but the vanilla smooths out the edges. If you usually add sugar to your coffee, you might not even need it here.

Ingredients

• 1 espresso pod
• 150 ml milk
• 1–2 tsp vanilla syrup

Instructions

1. Brew the espresso pod.
2. Heat or froth the milk.
3. Stir vanilla syrup into the espresso.
4. Add milk and mix gently.

2. Iced Caramel Latte

Iced caramel latte is my go-to warm-weather drink when I want something sweet but still coffee-forward.

The caramel adds richness without making the drink heavy, especially when served over ice.

What I like most is how customizable it is. You can keep it lightly sweet or go all in with extra caramel drizzle.

Pro tip: Using a stronger espresso pod helps the coffee hold its own against the ice and milk.

Ingredients

• 1 espresso pod
• Ice cubes
• 150 ml cold milk
• 1 tbsp caramel syrup

Instructions

1. Brew the espresso and let it cool slightly.
2. Fill a glass with ice.
3. Add caramel syrup and cold milk.
4. Pour espresso over the top and stir.

3. Hazelnut Mocha

Hazelnut and chocolate is one of those combinations that just works, especially in coffee.

This mocha feels cozy and rich, but not too intense when balanced with milk.

I like this one in the afternoon when I want something dessert-like but still coffee-based.

The hazelnut adds warmth, while the chocolate gives it that café-style mocha vibe.

Ingredients

• 1 espresso pod
• 150 ml milk
• 1 tbsp chocolate syrup
• 1 tsp hazelnut syrup

Instructions

1. Brew the espresso pod
2. Heat the milk.
3. Stir chocolate and hazelnut syrup into the espresso.
4. Add milk and mix until smooth.

4. Cinnamon Honey Latte

Cinnamon honey latte feels calm and comforting, especially on slower mornings.

The honey adds gentle sweetness, while the cinnamon gives a warm spice without overpowering the coffee.

It’s a nice alternative if you’re trying to move away from flavored syrups.

Everything tastes softer and more natural, and it pairs really well with a medium-strength espresso.

Ingredients

• 1 espresso pod
• 150 ml milk
• 1–2 tsp honey
• Pinch of cinnamon

Instructions

1. Brew the espresso.
2. Heat the milk.
3. Stir honey into the espresso until dissolved.
4. Add milk and sprinkle cinnamon on top.

5. Coconut Iced Latte

Coconut iced coffee is light, refreshing, and perfect when you want something different.

Coconut milk changes the whole feel of the drink, making it slightly sweet and very smooth.

I like using a bold espresso here so the coffee doesn’t get lost.

It’s simple, but it feels like something you’d order at a café on a sunny afternoon.

Ingredients

• 1 espresso pod
• Ice cubes
• 150 ml coconut milk
• Optional sweetener

Instructions

1. Brew the espresso and let it cool slightly.
2. Fill a glass with ice.
3. Add coconut milk and sweetener if using.
4. Pour espresso over the ice and stir.

6. White Chocolate Latte

This white chocolate latte feels smooth and comforting without being too sweet.

White chocolate melts into the coffee in a softer way than regular chocolate, so the drink stays balanced instead of heavy.

I like this one when I want something cozy but not intense.

It works especially well with a stronger espresso pod so the coffee flavor still shows up and doesn’t disappear behind the sweetness.

Ingredients

• 1 espresso pod
• 150 ml milk
• 1 tbsp white chocolate sauce or melted white chocolate

Instructions

1. Brew the espresso pod.
2. Heat the milk.
3. Stir white chocolate into the espresso until smooth.
4. Add milk and mix gently.

7. Iced Vanilla Oat Latte

This iced oat latte is light, creamy, and easy to drink.

Oat milk adds natural sweetness, so the vanilla doesn’t need much help to shine.

It’s a great option if you want a dairy-free drink that still feels rich.

I usually go lighter on the vanilla here and let the oat milk do most of the work.

Ingredients

• 1 espresso pod
• Ice cubes
• 150 ml oat milk
• 1 tsp vanilla syrup

Instructions

1. Brew the espresso and let it cool slightly.
2. Fill a glass with ice.
3. Add oat milk and vanilla syrup.
4. Pour espresso over ice and stir.

8. Chocolate Caramel Latte

This latte sits right between a mocha and a caramel latte.

The chocolate gives depth, while the caramel brings warmth and sweetness that lingers after each sip.

I usually make this when I want something dessert-like but still coffee-based.

Pro tip: Using a bold espresso pod keeps the latte from tasting too sugary.

Ingredients

• 1 espresso pod
• 150 ml milk
• 1 tbsp chocolate syrup
• 1 tsp caramel syrup

Instructions

1. Brew the espresso.
2. Heat the milk.
3. Stir chocolate and caramel syrup into the espresso.
4. Add milk and mix until smooth.

9. Honey Almond Latte

This latte has a comforting flavor that feels calm and familiar.

Almond milk adds a subtle nuttiness, while honey keeps the sweetness gentle instead of sharp.

It’s one of those drinks that works well in the morning or late afternoon. Nothing feels overpowering, and the coffee still stays front and center.

Ingredients

• 1 espresso pod
• 150 ml almond milk
• 1–2 tsp honey

Instructions

1. Brew the espresso.
2. Heat almond milk.
3. Stir honey into the espresso until dissolved.
4. Add almond milk and stir.

10. Iced Mocha Latte

An iced mocha is always a solid choice, and this version is simple but satisfying.

The chocolate cools down the espresso just enough, making it smooth without losing that coffee bite.

I like this one when regular iced coffee feels too plain. It’s refreshing, chocolatey, and easy to adjust depending on how sweet you like your drinks.

Ingredients

• 1 espresso pod
• Ice cubes
• 150 ml cold milk
• 1 tbsp chocolate syrup

Instructions

1. Brew the espresso and let it cool slightly.
2. Fill a glass with ice.
3. Add milk and chocolate syrup
4. Pour espresso over ice and stir well.

11. Cinnamon Mocha Latte

Cinnamon mocha feels warm and comforting without tasting heavy.

The chocolate keeps it familiar, while the cinnamon adds enough spice to make it feel a bit different from a regular mocha.

I usually make this when I want something cozy but still coffee-forward.

The key is not overdoing the cinnamon. A small pinch goes a long way and keeps the drink balanced.

Ingredients

• 1 espresso pod
• 150 ml milk
• 1 tbsp chocolate syrup
• Pinch of cinnamon

Instructions

1. Brew the espresso.
2. Heat the milk.
3. Stir chocolate syrup and cinnamon into the espresso.
4. Add milk and mix well.

12. Vanilla Honey Latte

Vanilla honey latte tastes soft and calming, almost like something you’d sip slowly on a quiet morning.

Honey brings natural sweetness, while vanilla rounds everything out without overpowering the coffee.

It’s a nice option if you want to skip sugary syrups but still enjoy a flavored drink.

The espresso stays smooth and mellow, especially with steamed milk.

Ingredients

• 1 espresso pod
• 150 ml milk
• 1–2 tsp honey
• ½ tsp vanilla syrup or extract

Instructions

1. Brew the espresso.
2. Heat the milk.
3. Stir honey and vanilla into the espresso.
4. Add milk and stir gently.

13. Iced Brown Sugar Latte

This iced latte has a deeper sweetness that feels richer than regular sugar.

Brown sugar adds warmth and slight caramel notes, which pair really well with iced espresso.

I like this latte when I want something simple but not boring. It’s refreshing, smooth, and doesn’t rely on syrups to taste good.

Ingredients

• 1 espresso pod
• Ice cubes
• 150 ml cold milk
• 1–2 tsp brown sugar

Instructions

1. Brew the espresso and dissolve brown sugar while hot.
2. Let it cool slightly.
3. Fill a glass with ice and add milk.
4. Pour espresso over ice and stir.

14. Spiced Chai Latte

This drink is a mix between chai and coffee, and it gives you spice with a bit of espresso depth.

It’s cozy, aromatic, and works well when you want something different from a classic latte.

Using chai concentrate instead of tea bags keeps things easy and consistent.

The espresso adds just enough bitterness to balance the spices.

Ingredients

• 1 espresso pod
• 100 ml milk
• 50 ml chai concentrate

Instructions

1. Brew the espresso.
2. Heat milk and chai concentrate together.
3. Pour chai milk over the espresso.
4. Stir and adjust sweetness if needed.

15. Coconut Mocha Latte

Coconut mocha feels rich but still light thanks to coconut milk.

The chocolate adds depth, while the coconut keeps the drink smooth and slightly sweet without overpowering the coffee.

I like this latte as an afternoon treat when I want something chocolatey but not too heavy.

Ingredients

• 1 espresso pod
• 150 ml coconut milk
• 1 tbsp chocolate syrup

Instructions

1. Brew the espresso.
2. Heat coconut milk.
3. Stir chocolate syrup into the espresso.
4. Add coconut milk and mix well.

16. Pumpkin Spice–Style Latte

This Dolce Gusto pumpkin spice–style latte gives you all the cozy flavor without needing a seasonal pod.

The pumpkin purée adds body, while the spice mix brings warmth that works beautifully with espresso.

I like keeping this one lightly sweet so the spices don’t take over.

It feels rich and comforting, especially on slower mornings when you want something warm and familiar.

Ingredients

• 1 espresso pod
• 150 ml milk
• 1 tbsp pumpkin purée
• 1 tsp maple syrup or sugar
• Pinch pumpkin spice

Instructions

1. Brew the espresso.
2. Heat milk with pumpkin purée and spice, whisking gently.
3. Stir sweetener into espresso.
4. Add pumpkin milk and mix.

17. Hazelnut Iced Coffee

Hazelnut iced coffee is simple, smooth, and easy to drink.

The nutty flavor comes through without overpowering the espresso, making it a good everyday option.

It’s a nice change when plain iced coffee feels boring.

Pro tip: Keep the sweetness light so lets the hazelnut flavor stay clean and balanced.

Ingredients

• 1 espresso pod
• Ice cubes
• 150 ml cold milk
• 1 tsp hazelnut syrup

Instructions

1. Brew espresso and let it cool slightly.
2. Fill a glass with ice.
3. Add milk and hazelnut syrup.
4. Pour espresso over ice and stir.

18. Vanilla Affogato 

This one is half dessert, half coffee.

Hot espresso poured over vanilla ice cream creates a creamy, bittersweet contrast that feels simple but special.

I like this as an evening treat when I still want coffee flavor but not a full drink.

It’s quick, satisfying, and always hits the spot.

Ingredients

• 1 espresso pod
• 1 scoop vanilla ice cream

Instructions

1. Place ice cream in a small glass or bowl.
2. Brew espresso directly over the ice cream.
3. Serve immediately.

This post showed you 18 Dolce Gusto coffee ideas.

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