Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte (Printable)
A cozy coffeehouse favorite made at home with real pumpkin and warm autumn spices.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pumpkin Spice Base
01 - 2 tablespoons pumpkin purée (unsweetened)
02 - 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves)
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (or maple syrup)
→ Milk & Coffee
04 - 1 ½ cups whole milk (or any plant-based alternative)
05 - ½ cup strong brewed coffee or 2 shots of espresso
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Toppings (optional)
07 - Whipped cream
08 - Additional pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon for dusting
# How to Make It:
01 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together pumpkin purée, pumpkin pie spice, and sugar. Heat until warmed and fragrant, about 1 minute.
02 - Slowly add milk, whisking constantly. Heat until steaming but not boiling.
03 - Remove from heat and whisk in vanilla extract.
04 - Froth the milk mixture using a frother, whisk, or blender until foamy.
05 - Pour hot coffee or espresso evenly into two mugs. Add the steamed pumpkin milk mixture on top.
06 - Top with whipped cream and a dusting of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon, if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- You probably have everything in your pantry right now
- Tastes remarkably close to your favorite coffee shop version
- Ready in ten minutes flat
- Customizable sweetness and spice levels
02 -
- Real pumpkin purée makes all the difference pie filling is too sweet and starchy
- Never let the milk boil or the proteins seize and texture becomes grainy
- Froth while the mixture is still hot or foam collapses before serving
03 -
- Heat your mugs with hot water first so drinks stay warmer longer
- Whisk the pumpkin base thoroughly before adding milk to prevent lumps