Description
A cozy and delicious homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte featuring espresso, pumpkin puree, and warming spices, sweetened with maple syrup and topped with optional whipped cream and cinnamon sticks for the perfect fall-inspired beverage.
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
Spices and Flavorings
- 3 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- Heaping ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, plus more for dusting
- Pinch sea salt
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Cinnamon sticks, for garnish
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a small pot, combine the espresso (or your choice of cold brew or strong coffee), milk, maple syrup, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and a pinch of sea salt. This forms the flavorful base of your latte.
- Heat Mixture: Whisk the mixture over low heat gently until all ingredients are well combined and the latte is warmed through, but not boiling. This helps meld flavors and creates a creamy texture.
- Serve: Pour the warmed latte into a mug. For an extra special touch, top with whipped cream and sprinkle with additional pumpkin pie spice. Garnish with a cinnamon stick if using, then enjoy your homemade pumpkin spice latte.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup according to taste.
- Any kind of milk works, including dairy-free alternatives like almond or oat milk.
- Pumpkin pie spice can be substituted with a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves if unavailable.
- Use freshly brewed hot espresso or strong coffee for best flavor.
- To make it vegan, choose plant-based milk and skip the whipped cream or use a dairy-free version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latte (approximately 12 oz)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
