Easy Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte
Warm, creamy, and filled with cozy fall flavor, this easy homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe is made with real pumpkin, espresso or strong coffee, maple syrup, and plenty of warm pumpkin pie spice.
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It's one of those simple autumn treats that makes an ordinary morning feel a little more special-and you can make it in minutes right in your own kitchen.
Why You'll Love This Pumpkin Spice Latte
There is something about that first Pumpkin Spice Latte of the season that makes autumn feel official. As soon as the mornings turn crisp and the leaves begin changing, I start craving those familiar flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, and warm fall spices.
And while stopping at a favorite coffee shop is always a treat, making one at home is surprisingly easy.
This version is:
- Quick and simple: It comes together on the stovetop in just a few minutes.
- Made with real pumpkin: A few spoonfuls of pumpkin puree give the latte wonderful fall flavor and a creamy texture.
- Easy to customize: Adjust the sweetness, coffee, and spice to make it just the way you like it.
- Perfect for two: The recipe makes two generous mugs-ideal for sharing, or for a very cozy morning.
What Is in a Pumpkin Spice Latte?
This homemade version uses ingredients you may already have in your kitchen: espresso or strong coffee, milk, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice.
You can use dairy or your favorite nondairy milk, and the sweetness is easily adjusted to taste. I especially love maple syrup here because its warm flavor pairs beautifully with pumpkin and autumn spices, but brown sugar or granulated sugar works too.
For the coffee, use espresso if you have it. Strong brewed coffee works beautifully as well, and even cold brew can be used for an especially easy option.
Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice
You can certainly use your favorite store-bought pumpkin pie spice, but I often make my own.
My simple blend combines cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg-the spices I reach for again and again in fall baking. Mix up a small jar, and you'll have it ready not only for these lattes but for pumpkin breads, muffins, cakes, oatmeal, and other autumn favorites.
For my homemade pumpkin pie spice, combine:
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
3 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Store the mixture in an airtight spice jar and use it throughout the season.
How to Make a Pumpkin Spice Latte at Home
The method couldn't be much easier.
Warm the milk, pumpkin puree, and maple syrup together in a saucepan until hot but not boiling. Remove it from the heat, then whisk in the pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, and espresso or strong coffee. If you have a milk frother, give the warm mixture a quick whirl for an extra-frothy finish.
Divide between two mugs and finish with whipped cream and an extra sprinkle of cinnamon, nutmeg, or pumpkin pie spice.
And then find a favorite chair and enjoy one of the simplest pleasures of fall.
Make It Your Own
One of the things I love most about making lattes at home is how easy they are to customize.
For a stronger coffee flavor, add another shot of espresso. For a sweeter latte, add a little more maple syrup. And if you love those warm fall spices as much as I do, an extra sprinkle over the whipped cream is never a bad idea.
You can also froth the warm milk mixture before adding the coffee if you want that wonderfully airy coffeehouse texture.
Easy Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte
Equipment
Ingredients
Pumpkin Latte
- 2 shots espresso or ¼ cup strong brewed coffee or ½ cup cold brew.
- 1 cup milk dairy or non-dairy
- 3 tablespoons canned pumpkin puree
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup or brown or granulated sugar, to taste
- ¾ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice or homemade blend
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Garnish with cinnamon, pie spice, nutmeg and whipped cream if desired
Instructions
- Heat the milk, pumpkin, and maple syrup in a saucepan over medium heat until hot, but do not boil.
- Remove from the heat and whisk in the pie spice, vanilla, and espresso. If you have a milk frother, give the warm mixture a quick whirl for an extra-frothy finish.
- Divide between two large mugs and top with whipped cream and additional pie spice if desired.
Notes
- Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice: Combine 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon, 3 teaspoons ground ginger, 1 teaspoon ground cloves, and ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg. Store in an airtight spice container and use as needed.
- Coffee: Use 2 shots of espresso, ¼ cup strong brewed coffee, or ½ cup cold brew, depending on the strength and flavor you prefer.
- Sweetener: Maple syrup is my favorite, but brown sugar or granulated sugar can also be used. Adjust to taste.
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
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