Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte is pure autumn comfort in a cup — rich espresso blended with real pumpkin purée, warm spices, and frothy milk. Sweet, creamy, and perfectly spiced, it’s everything you love about fall in one sip. Made without artificial syrups, this cozy latte tastes better than store-bought and can be customized to your sweetness or milk preference.

Try More Winter Drink Recipes:

• Matcha Latte
• Homemade Chai Tea
• Pear Martini

🥛 Pumpkin Spice Latte Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
• 1 cup milk (dairy, oat, or almond milk work well)
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup or sugar (adjust to taste)
• ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (plus more for topping)
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1–2 shots espresso (or ½ cup strong brewed coffee)
• Whipped cream, for topping (optional)

☕ How To Make Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte

1. Heat the pumpkin base:
   In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together pumpkin purée, milk, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla. Heat until hot but not boiling (about 3–4 minutes).
2. Froth the milk:
   Use a milk frother, whisk, or blender to froth the hot milk mixture until light and foamy.
3. Prepare the coffee:
   Brew espresso or strong coffee and pour it into a large mug.
4. Combine and serve:
   Pour the hot, spiced milk mixture over the espresso. Stir gently to combine.
5. Top and enjoy:
   Add whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon for that perfect café finish.

💭 Recipe Tips

• Use real pumpkin: It gives the drink a rich, natural flavor that syrups can’t match.
• No espresso machine? Use strong brewed coffee or instant espresso powder.
• Adjust sweetness: Taste as you go — pumpkin and milk brands vary in sweetness.
• Make it iced: Chill the pumpkin mixture and pour over iced coffee for an Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte.
• Add extra spice: For a bolder flavor, increase the pumpkin pie spice or add a pinch of nutmeg or clove.

🥮 What To Serve With Pumpkin Spice Latte?

Pair your latte with cinnamon rolls, pumpkin muffins or banana bread for a warm fall breakfast. It also goes beautifully with apple pie, scones or biscotti for an afternoon treat.

🎚 How To Store Leftovers Pumpkin Spice Latte?

• Refrigerate: Store the pumpkin milk mixture (without espresso) in a jar for up to 3 days. Shake or stir well before reheating.
• Do not freeze: Freezing affects the milk texture and flavor.

FAQs

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• Apple Cider Margarita
• Spiked Hot Chocolate
• Hot Toddy Recipe

📊 Pumpkin Spice Latte Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 latte

• Calories: 180 kcal
• Total Fat: 4g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Cholesterol: 10mg
• Sodium: 90mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 30g
• Sugars: 25g
• Protein: 6g