Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte
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Celebrate the arrival of fall with our aromatic homemade pumpkin spice latte recipe. This seasonal classic blends rich espresso, velvety steamed milk, and warm pumpkin flavors into a cozy, autumn treat that is tastes just as delicious as the coffee shop version!
For more delicious seasonal drinks, check out these recipes too! Gingersnap Latte, Cafè Mocha( with peppermint mocha option), and Keto Mocha.
What is a Pumpkin Spice Latte?
A Pumpkin Spice Latte is a gourmet coffee drink made with a mix of traditional fall spice flavors (cinnamon, nutmeg and clove), real pumpkin puree, steamed whole milk, a shot of espresso, sugar (brown sugar, maple syrup or honey), topped with whipped cream and a dusting of pumpkin spice.
Be sure to check out the detailed printable recipe card below
Why should I make a Pumpkin Spice Latte at home?
- It is cheaper. You can make your own pumpkin spice latte for a fraction of the cost at your local coffee shop.
- It is healthier – you can control the ingredients, including the amount of sugar!
- You do not have to leave the house, so you can skip the long lines!
How to make a Pumpkin Spice Latte at home two different ways
Stove Top Version:
Add the milk, sugar, and pure pumpkin puree to a medium saucepan. Whisk to combine.
Heat the mixture over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes, until the sweetener and pumpkin dissolve. Do not allow to boil!!
Remove from heat and add the vanilla extract and espresso shots or strongly-brewed coffee to the milk mixture.
Whisk to combine, then continue whisking vigorously until frothy.
Pour into a mug and top with whipped cream or coconut whipped cream and sprinkle with additional pumpkin pie spice.
Espresso Machine Version:
Place the sweetener in the bottom of a large mug. Add the hot espresso shots or strongly-brewed coffee and stir to dissolve the sweetener.
Add the pumpkin puree and spices, stir to combine.
Steam the milk and pour into the mug. Stir to thoroughly combine.
Top with whipped cream or coconut whipped cream, sprinkle with pumpkin pie spice and serve.
Do not let pumpkin spice season go by without making your own homemade version of pumpkin latte at home!
Recipe Substitutions
- Whole30 – omit sweetener and use unsweetened almond milk or canned coconut milk.
- Paleo – use maple syrup as the sweetener and unsweetened almond milk or canned coconut milk.
- Keto – use Swerve Granulated or Swerve Brown sweetener and unsweetened almond milk or canned coconut milk.
- 2 % milk can be used and still give you a nice, creamy texture. Non-fat and 1% are not recommended.
Check out my Espresso tutorial if you would like to learn how to make your own espresso at home.
FAQs
Yes, you can substitute regular milk with any kind of milk. Just ensure it’s suitable for steaming and has a neutral flavor.
Use plant-based milk and sweetener, and skip the whipped cream or use coconut whipped cream. Many stores also offer ready-made vegan whipped cream.
Opt for a strong coffee or espresso to stand up to the milk and spices. Dark roast coffee is a good choice for its bold flavor.
You can froth milk using a milk frother, steam wand on an espresso machine, or by heating and whisking the milk vigorously. There are also handheld frothers available for home use.
Certainly! Make a cold pumpkin spice latte by brewing coffee or espresso and letting it cool. Mix it with cold milk, pumpkin puree, and spices. Serve over ice and add whipped cream if desired.
Add a drizzle caramel sauce, or sprinkle with crushed graham crackers for a unique twist.
More seasonal Pumpkin recipes
- Pumpkin Spice Snickerdoodles
- Pumpkintini Cocktail Cake
- Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
- Instant Pot Pumpkin Pie Steel Cut Oatmeal
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Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe
Equipment
- Stove Top
- Espresso Machine
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk or unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon pure pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling
- 1 tablespoon sugar or sweetener of your choice
- .25 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 ounces espresso or double strength brewed coffee
- whipped cream optional
Instructions
Stove Top Version
- Add the milk, sugar, pumpkin puree and sweetener to a medium saucepan. Whisk to combine.
- Heat the mixture over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes, until the sweetener and pumpkin dissolve. Do not allow to boil!!
- Remove from heat and add the vanilla extract and espresso shots or strongly-brewed coffee to the milk mixture.
- Whisk to combine, then continue whisking vigorously until frothy.
- Pour into a mug and top with whipped cream or coconut whipped cream and sprinkle with additional pumpkin pie spice.
Espresso Machine Version
- Place the sweetener in the bottom of a large mug. Add the hot espresso shots or strongly-brewed coffee and stir to dissolve the sweetener.
- Add the pumpkin puree and spices, stir to combine.
- Steam the milk and pour into the mug. Stir to thoroughly combine.
- Top with whipped cream or coconut whipped cream, sprinkle with pumpkin pie spice and serve.
Notes
- Whole30 – omit sweetener and use unsweetened almond milk or canned coconut milk.
- Paleo & Vegan – use maple syrup as the sweetener and unsweetened almond milk or canned coconut milk.
- Keto – use Swerve Granular or Swerve Brown sweetener and unsweetened almond milk or canned coconut milk.
- 2 % milk can be used and still give you a nice, creamy texture. Non-fat and 1% are not recommended.
- Sweetener substitutions – brown sugar, maple syrup, or honey
