Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte
Bring the cozy coffee shop vibes home with this real food homemade pumpkin spice latte! This creamy fall favorite is made with real pumpkin, warm pumpkin pie spices (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves), and just the right amount of natural sweetness. It’s an easy homemade fall drink that’s ready in minutes and so much better than anything from the drive-thru. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin spices for the perfect seasonal treat. This recipe is simple, wholesome, and the ultimate way to celebrate pumpkin spice season!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 mugs
- Category: Beverages
Ingredients
2 cups whole milk (Can sub milk alternative, cream, half and half, or whipping cream)
2 tablespoons pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
1-2 tablespoons pure maple syrup (more or less to taste)
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice + plus more to shake on top
1/2 cup strong coffee or 2 shots of espresso
Maple whipped cream for topping. (Optional, but really adds to the flavor)
Instructions
Step 1 – Brew the coffee
1. Make 1/2 cup very strong coffee or 2 shots of espresso. Keurig coffee works too, but use a bolder blend.
2. Set aside coffee in a large mug.
Step 2 – Make the pumpkin spice milk mixture
1. In a small saucepan, combine pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice and milk.
2. Warm over low-medium heat whisking constantly to mix until the mixture is smooth and fragrant. Usually about 1-2 minutes. Do not bring to a boil or scald the milk. Remove from heat just before it starts to boil.
Step 3 – While milk mixture is simmering prepare your whipped cream. If you whip it in a stand mixer, you can whip while whisking. How fun!
Step 4 – Prepare your homemade pumpkin spice latte
1. Add 1/2 of the milk mixture to your coffee mug.
2. Using a spoon or milk frother, mix the milk mixture into the coffee.
3. Top with whipped cream and a dash of additional pumpkin spices.
Notes
Milk mixture is enough for two mugs. Any extra can be refrigerated in an air-tight container for a couple of days. Reheat when ready for another delicious pumpkin spice latte.