Description
A cozy and flavorful Pumpkin Spice Latte made at home with espresso or strong coffee, pumpkin puree, warm spices, and sweet maple syrup. This comforting autumn drink is easy to prepare on the stovetop and can be topped with whipped cream and cinnamon sticks for an extra festive touch.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Ingredients
- 2 shots espresso or ½ cup cold brew or strongly brewed coffee
- 1 cup milk, any kind
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Seasonings and Extras
- 3 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- Heaping ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, plus more for dusting
- Pinch sea salt
- Whipped cream, for topping, optional
- Cinnamon sticks, for garnish, optional
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small pot, add the espresso (or cold brew/strong coffee), milk, maple syrup, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and a pinch of sea salt together.
- Heat and Whisk: Place the pot over low heat and whisk the mixture continuously until all ingredients are well combined and the latte is warmed through but not boiling. This should take about 4-5 minutes.
- Serve: Pour the warm pumpkin spice latte into a mug carefully.
- Optional Toppings: If desired, top with whipped cream, dust lightly with extra pumpkin pie spice, and garnish with cinnamon sticks for added flavor and presentation.
Notes
- You can substitute dairy milk with any plant-based milk like almond, oat, or soy milk to make this vegan.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup according to your preference.
- For a stronger coffee flavor, use more espresso shots or reduce the milk slightly.
- Whisk continuously when heating to prevent the milk from scorching or forming a skin.
- Pumpkin pie spice can be homemade by combining cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and ginger if you don’t have a blend on hand.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
