Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte (Printable)

Aromatic coffeehouse favorite made with real pumpkin and warm 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:

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 Tips:

01 -
  • You control exactly how much pumpkin goes into your cup—no artificial syrups or mysterious flavorings
  • The whole house fills with cinnamon and nutmeg while its simmering, which might be the real reason I make it so often
  • It costs less than one café drink but makes enough to share with someone special
02 -
  • Do not skip whisking the pumpkin base first—the raw pumpkin taste disappears completely once it is cooked with spices
  • Maple syrup instead of sugar adds a depth that pairs ridiculously well with the pumpkin
  • If you are making this ahead, keep the pumpkin milk warm in a thermos but do not froth until right before serving
03 -
  • Make a big batch of the pumpkin spice base and store it in the refrigerator for up to a week—just warm it with milk when the craving hits
  • A handheld milk frother is worth every penny for that coffee shop texture without the expensive equipment

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