Description
This Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe is a cozy and delicious homemade version of the popular fall favorite. Made with pumpkin puree, warm spices, and rich brewed coffee, it’s perfectly sweetened and topped with whipped cream to delight your taste buds in just minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Ingredients
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 1 cup brewed coffee
- ¼ cup vanilla creamer
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Flavorings & Sweeteners
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened pumpkin puree
- 1½ tablespoons granulated white sugar
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Toppings
- whipped cream (for the top)
- pumpkin pie spice (for the top)
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a glass mixing cup, add the whole milk, unsweetened pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice. Use a whisk to thoroughly blend all the ingredients into a smooth mixture.
- Heat the mixture: Place the glass mixing cup in the microwave and heat on high for 1 minute. This warms the mixture and helps the flavors meld. Carefully remove from the microwave when done.
- Prepare coffee: Brew 1 cup of fresh coffee using your preferred method. Pour the hot brewed coffee into the warmed milk-pumpkin mixture in the glass.
- Add creamer and garnish: Stir in the vanilla creamer to add richness and sweetness. Top your Pumpkin Spice Latte with a generous swirl of whipped cream and sprinkle additional pumpkin pie spice on top for an extra burst of fall flavor.
Notes
- Use unsweetened pumpkin puree to control sweetness.
- Adjust sugar to taste if you prefer a sweeter or less sweet latte.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk and creamer with your favorite plant-based milk.
- Microwave heating time may vary depending on your appliance, heat until hot but not boiling.
- For larger servings, multiply ingredient amounts accordingly.
