Starbucks couldn’t stop rolling out menu items in 2020, debuting a brand-new refresher in July, the Pumpkin Spice Latte earlier than ever in August and a legendary holiday menu in November.
2020 was a solid year for Starbucks—but 2021 is already bound to be better.
The brand-new items at Starbucks for 2021 will be as indulgent (if not more so) than the seasonal menu items we’ve come to love. Here’s the first look at your next Starbucks order.
Introducing… the Pistachio Latte!
Any new menu deserves an indulgent new drink, and Starbucks is rolling out a flavor we’ve never seen from them before: pistachio.
The Pistachio Latte is exactly what you’d expect—a latte loaded with steamed milk, notes of nutty pistachio and finished with comforting salted brown butter. Yum!
Starbucks will also be bringing back a returning favorite. Starting in January, the Almond Honey Cold Brew is hitting the menu once again, and it’s the ideal bevvie if you prefer a subtle hint of sweetness with your caffeinated pick-me-up. Starbucks is also debuting oat milk for the first time ever in 2021, which will likely yield yet another all-new latte.
What Food Will Be on the Menu?
No Starbucks menu is complete without a breakfast treat. This January, Starbucks is introducing us to new egg bites to replace the Ham, Cheddar & Pepper Sous Vide Egg Bites we loved so much. Kale & Portabella Mushroom Sous Vide Egg Bites are a 250-calorie, high protein (and low-carb) breakfast you’ll crave every morning, and if the other egg bites are anything to go by, they’ll be just as soft and satisfying.
Starbucks’ bakery is adopting a new cake pop, too: the Earth Cake Pop. This decadent pop has a thick, chocolate inside coated in blue, chocolate icing. Outside, the pop is decorated with green and white sprinkles to represent the planet. How cute!
And in the spirit of Valentine’s Day, Starbucks will be bringing back the Red Velvet Loaf a little early. If you haven’t had it, it’s the peak of sweetness topped with frosting and made for indulging. We’re more than happy to see it heading back to stores.
There’s a New Line of Starbucks Merch, Too
You might know by now how much we love Starbucks cups. If it has the logo and a cute design, it belongs in our cabinet. For 2021, Starbucks is releasing a line of gorgeous green merchandise, including a transparent mug we can’t stop swooning over. The best feature of these simple mugs is that they’re made of recycled materials, like glass and plastic. Not only will you be sipping in style, but you’ll be saving the planet, too!
We can’t wait to get our hands on everything tasty from Starbucks in 2021. Here’s to a year full of good eats!
Inspired by: Starbucks Salted Caramel Mocha
Indulge in a coffeehouse-quality drink with this caramel mocha recipe. With whipped cream and a butterscotch drizzle, this treat will perk up even the sleepiest person at the table. —Taste of Home Test KitchenInspired By: Starbucks Coconut Creme Frapuccino Blended Creme
I love frozen beverages, so I wanted to create one similar to those in coffee shops but without coffee as an ingredient. When I drink this frosty treat it's as good as any specialty shop drink but without the hassle or the cost. —Emily Semmelrock, Jewett City, ConnecticutInspired By: Starbucks Iced Lemon Pound Cake
My family always asks for this love-me-tender lemon pound cake. Sometimes, I shake things up and make cupcakes with the batter. So awesome for brunch! —Lola Baxter, Winnebago, MinnesotaInspired By: Starbucks Berry Trio Yogurt
Expecting brunch company, but short on time? My quick, delicious and beautiful parfaits are the perfect solution. Feel free to mix and match your favorite berries. —Lisa Speer, Palm Beach, FloridaInspired By: Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino Blended Beverage
The winter holidays are my favorite time of year, and this spiced pumpkin drink is one reason I love the season so much. If you don't have a coffee maker, it's OK to use instant coffee—just make it stronger. —Kathie Perez, East Peoria, IllinoisInspired By: Starbucks Caffe Mocha
When I'm sipping this delicious coffee, I almost feel like I'm visiting my favorite coffeehouse. —Jill Rodriguez, Gonzales, LouisianaInspired By: Starbucks Iced Caffe Latte
This is a great alternative to regular hot coffee and is much more economical than store-bought coffee drinks. Sweetened condensed milk and a hint of chocolate lend a special touch. —Heather Nandell, Johnston, IowaInspired By: Starbucks Cranberry Orange Scone
Moist and scrumptious, these scones come out perfect every time. I savor the chewy dried cranberries and sweet orange glaze. There's nothing better than serving these remarkable scones warm with the delicate orange butter. —Karen McBride, Indianapolis, IndianaInspired By: Starbucks Pumpkin Bread
An enticing aroma wafts through my house when this tender cake-like pumpkin bread is in the oven. I bake extra loaves to give as holiday gifts. My friends wait eagerly for it every year. —Linda Burnett, Prescott, ArizonaInspired By: Starbucks Turkey & Havarti Sandwich
This is not your ordinary sandwich! Everyone loves the combination of chutney and chopped peanuts. I like to make this when I have company in the afternoon or at night after a game of cards. —Agnes Ward, Stratford, OntarioInspired By: Starbucks Hot Chocolate
This is our daughter's favorite hot chocolate recipe. It may look like ordinary cocoa, but a touch of vanilla sets it apart from the rest. And the melted marshmallows give it a frothy body you won't get from a cocoa packet. —Jo Ann Schimcek, Weimar, TexasInspired By: Starbucks Chai Latte
My wife loves chai, but I have never been satisfied with any of the store-bought mixes, so I created my own. —Justin Weber, Milwaukee, WisconsinInspired By: Starbucks Chocolate Chunk Muffin
Muffins are one of my favorite things to bake, and these are the best. I always keep some in the freezer for breakfast on the run. I can zap one in the microwave before I head out the door. —Kelly Kirby Westville, Nova ScotiaInspired By: Starbucks Banana Nut Bread
This quick bread is a family favorite, so I always try to have ripe bananas on hand for this recipe. I'm sure your family will love this tasty, nutty bread as much as mine does. —Susan Jones, La Grange Park, IllinoisInspired By: Starbucks Peppermint Mocha
Make spirits bright with a minty mocha to share under the mistletoe or around the piano. I’ve also stirred in coffee liqueur instead of peppermint. —Lauren Brien-Wooster, South Lake Tahoe, CaliforniaInspired By: Starbucks Egg Salad Sandwich
I love the versatility of egg salad, especially with this recipe. You can serve it on a nest of mixed greens, tucked into a sandwich or with your favorite crisp crackers. —Cynthia Kohlberg, Syracuse, IndianaInspired By: Starbucks Everything Bagel with Cheese
Who has time to make from-scratch bagels? You do, with this easy recipe! The chewy golden bagels offer a hint of honey and will win over even the pickiest eaters. —Taste of Home Test KitchenInspired By: Starbucks Mocha Frappuccino Blended Coffee
Coffee ice cubes power up this refreshing drink. Have it morning, noon or—if you dare—night! —Beverly Coyde, Gasport, New YorkInspired By: Starbucks Blueberry Scone
I love serving this blueberry scone recipe to visiting friends and family. I always make sure a have a few in the freezer. Just pop a frozen scone in the microwave for 20 seconds or so. —Joan Francis, Spring Lake, New JerseyInspired By: Starbucks Sausage, Cheddar & Egg Breakfast Sandwich
Wake up your taste buds with eye-opening breakfast sandwiches featuring spicy sausage, fluffy egg, tomato and creamy avocado piled high on a flaky croissant.—Emory Doty, Jasper, GeorgiaInspired By: Starbucks Classic Whole-Grain Oatmeal
There’s no better feeling than waking up to a hot, ready-to-eat breakfast. The oats, fruit and spices in this homey meal cook together while you sleep! —Valerie Sauber, Adelanto, CaliforniaInspired By: Starbucks Homestyle Chicken & Double-Smoked Bacon
Everyone likes this tasty chicken breast sandwich. Flattening the chicken breasts helps them cook faster, and the mango chutney and other toppings make them better than anything you could order in a restaurant. —Agnes Ward, Stratford, OntarioInspired By: Starbucks Caffe Mocha with Cinnamon
Most store-bought flavored coffees are expensive. Here's a special early-morning beverage you can make at home. The aroma of cinnamon and cocoa makes this mocha coffee hard to resist. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, WisconsinInspired By: Starbucks Italian-Style Ham & Spicy Salami
Olive lovers are sure to rejoice over this stacked sandwich! Stuffed and ripe olives are marinated in white wine vinegar and garlic before using them to flavor these speedy salami, ham and provolone subs.—Delores Christner, Spooner, WisconsinInspired By: Starbucks Roasted Tomato & Mozzarella Panini
Why settle for ordinary grilled cheese when this is so easy to fix? Pair the sandwiches with your favorite soup for a fast, satisfying meal. —Arlene Reagan, Limerick, PennsylvaniaThe post Starbucks Just Debuted Its New 2021 Menu—Here’s Your Sneak Peek appeared first on Taste of Home.
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