Description
Enjoy the cozy flavors of fall with this homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe. Made with a comforting blend of pumpkin puree, warm spices, and rich coffee, this latte is perfect for a cozy morning or an afternoon pick-me-up. Customizable with dairy or non-dairy milk and easily made frothy for that authentic coffeehouse feel.
Ingredients
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Pumpkin Spice Latte Ingredients
- 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy of your choice)
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- 1–2 tablespoons sugar (to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, plus extra for garnish
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup strong coffee or 2 shots of espresso
- Whipped cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pumpkin Milk Mixture: In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the milk, pumpkin puree, sugar, and pumpkin pie spice. Heat the mixture, stirring often, until it is hot and steaming, but do not let it boil to avoid curdling or burning the milk.
- Blend for Frothiness: Remove the saucepan from the heat and whisk in the vanilla extract. Use an immersion blender to blend the mixture until frothy. If you don’t have one, transfer to a blender and blend until frothy, or use a milk frother to achieve a creamy texture.
- Prepare the Coffee: Brew your strong coffee or pull 2 shots of espresso as the base of your latte.
- Assemble the Lattes: Divide the hot coffee or espresso evenly between two mugs. Pour the pumpkin milk mixture over the coffee in each mug, combining the flavors perfectly.
- Garnish and Serve: Top each latte with a generous dollop of whipped cream and sprinkle with extra pumpkin pie spice for an aromatic finish. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy the comforting taste of fall.
Notes
- You can adjust the sugar amount depending on your preference for sweetness.
- For a vegan option, use almond, soy, oat, or any plant-based milk.
- If you don’t have pumpkin pie spice, make your own by combining cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
- To make it extra rich, use half-and-half or whole milk.
- This recipe serves 2 but can be easily doubled or halved.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American