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Have you grabbed your first peppermint or sugar cookie drink of the season? It’s holiday spirit in a cup, right? + While it may be the Most Wonderful Time Of The Year, it’s also the most difficult when it comes to staying on track, especially at Starbucks! Their latest drinks have more carbs than ever 😳 Here are 4 NEW DRINKS to enjoy without all the guilt while you’re decking the halls!
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DIET HACK: LOW CARB STARBUCKS HOLIDAY EDITION
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A Healthier Peppermint Mocha You’ll Actually Love 🎄☕️
Skip the sugar crash! The classic Starbucks Peppermint Mocha rings in at around 400 calories and 58g of carbs—basically the same as a slice of cake. This lightened-up LORAfied version gives you all the cozy chocolate–peppermint flavor for just 84 calories and 21 carbs. Ask for an Iced Shaken Espresso with almond milk (to the top), no classic syrup, 1 pump peppermint, 1 pump mocha, 1 stevia, and chocolate curl topping. Tastes indulgent, without the sugar overload.
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The Healthier Sugar Cookie Latte You’ll Crave All Season 🍪✨
The original Starbucks Sugar Cookie Latte might taste festive, but it packs around 370 calories and 45g of carbs—basically dessert in a cup. This LORAfied version keeps all that cozy, nostalgic flavor for just 80 calories and 17 carbs! Order it with almond milk, no classic syrup, 1 pump sugar cookie syrup, 1 pump sugar-free vanilla, and a sprinkle of cinnamon powder on top. It’s sweet, creamy, and holiday-ready—without the sugar overload.
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A Guilt-Free Caramel Brûlée Latte You’ll Want Every Day 🍮☕️
The classic Starbucks Caramel Brûlée Latte can top 420 calories and nearly 50 grams of carbs, but this LORAfiedswap brings all that creamy, caramelized flavor for just 105 calories and 14 carbs. Order a Grande Cold Brew with 1 pump Caramel Brûlée sauce, 3 pumps sugar-free vanilla, and a splash of heavy cream for that rich, buttery taste without the sugar crash. It’s sweet, smooth, and totally holiday-ready.
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The Cozy Gingerbread Chai Without the Sugar Spike 🎅🏼☕️
The traditional Starbucks Gingerbread Chai can climb to over 350 calories and 50g of carbs, but this LORAfied version keeps the same warm, spiced flavor for just 163 calories and 21 carbs. Order a Grande Iced Chai with almond milk, no classic syrup, 1 pump chai, 3 pumps sugar-free vanilla, and light gingerbread cold foam. It’s creamy, festive, and feels like sipping a gingerbread cookie minus the guilt.
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NOTES: Here’s the quickest way to cut down on calories and carbs at STBX:
✅ Ask for Almond milk instead of Oatmilk or dairy, both have more carbs at Starbucks.
✅ Want your drink sweeter? Add a 1/2 – 1 packet of stevia…a little goes a long way!
✅ For creamer drinks ask for an additional splash of cream, which is usually half and half at most Starbucks.
✅ These seasonal syrups are LOADED with sugar! So try the drinks this way first, then add an additional 1 pump of syrup, but try to avoid it, unless it’s your treat day 😉
✅ If you order them hot, they may taste a little sweeter because their drinks usually have less milk.
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