This pumpkin spice latte takes just 5 minutes and a few pantry staples. No more standing in long coffee shop lines. And, best of all, it's delicious. It's made with coffee, milk, pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, and honey.
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I can't believe how quickly fall is here. One of the first things I do to welcome fall is to make my homemade spice mixes, such as my pumpkin, gingerbread, and chai spice blend.
Of course, the moment you have pumpkin spice on hand you have to make a pumpkin latte. The truth is, I am not a coffee drinker, and yet, I do love my latte both hot as well as iced. But, instead of making a trip to Starbucks, I prefer to make mine at home.
Why make this spice latte
- It really is better than any storebought latte you can buy.
- Commercial drinks are loaded with unnecessary sugars making them so unhealthy. You are in control with this one!
- This recipe is very simple and gets ready in five minutes.
- Most of the ingredients are pantry staples plus pumpkin puree.
- And the best part is, it is so versatile and you can tweak it any way you like. For example, use almond milk or maple syrup.
Ingredients and substitutes
- I am using regular 2% milk. But, almond milk, coconut milk, or soy milk would also be delicious.
- I am using canned pumpkin puree. And yet, feel free to use homemade if you have.
- You can use a strong espresso coffee if you like your latte strong. I am using regular instant coffee.
- To sweeten, I like using honey or maple syrup. But, brown sugar has a wonderful molasses flavor and color too.
- Today, I topped it with whipped cream because it looks so fancy and pretty. But, usually, I just have mine as is without any whipped cream on top. Just a sprinkle of cinnamon and nutmeg works for me. You can even top it with milk foam.
Step by step instructions
- Brew the coffee and set it aside.
Pro tip - I like to use regular instant coffee. For a stronger flavor try espresso. - In a saucepan, combine the milk, pumpkin puree, honey, pumpkin spice, and honey. Heat over medium heat until it comes to a boil - set aside.
Pro tip - You can also do this in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in the microwave until nice and bubbling. - In a heatproof glass, pour the coffee, followed by the hot milk mixture.
- For garnish, you can use whipped cream, milk foam, or just sprinkle some more spices. Today, I topped with whipped cream, pumpkin spice, and cinnamon.
More pumpkin recipes
- Easy Pumpkin Spice Latte Cake or Pumpkin Spice Cake
- Pumpkin Waffles or Pumpkin Pancakes
- Pumpkin Dinner Rolls or Soft Pumpkin Crescent Rolls
- Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Cake Recipe
- See all pumpkin recipes
Frequently asked questions
You can keep any leftover latte in the fridge for up to 3 days. Then, you can have it as an iced latte or reheat it in the microwave or saucepan.
Yes, did you know that the original latte by Starbucks had no pumpkin puree in it? Later, the recipe was changed over the years. But, I do think the pumpkin puree adds a nice flavor. But yes, you can omit it.
You can make your own with just a few pantry staples. But, you can also use any or as many of these spices - ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon ground ginger, ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg, ⅛ teaspoon cloves, ⅛ teaspoon cardamom spice.
Commercial latte is loaded with sugar. So, even if you add skimmed milk it still does not make it healthy. Instead, make it at home and use honey or maple syrup. That way, you can afford these lattes more often.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup (240 ml) Milk ((almond, soy, or coconut work too) )
- 2 tablespoon Pumpkin puree
- ½ tsp Pumpkin spice
- ¼ teaspoon Cinnamon powder
- 2 tablespoon Honey ((or maple syrup, brown sugar))
- ¼ cup (60 ml) Coffee (Brewed, regular or espresso)
Garnish (optional)
- 2 tablespoon Whipped cream (or )
- 2 tablespoon Milk foam
- ⅛ teaspoon Pumpkin spice
- ¼ teaspoon Cinnamon powder
- ⅛ tsp Nutmeg
Instructions
- Brew the coffee and set it aside. Pro tip - I like to use regular instant coffee. For a stronger flavor try espresso.
- In a saucepan, combine the milk, pumpkin puree, honey, pumpkin spice, and honey. Heat over medium heat until it comes to a boil - set aside.Pro tip - You can also do this in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in the microwave until nice and bubbling.
- In a heatproof glass, pour the coffee, followed by the hot milk mixture.
- For garnish, you can use whipped cream, milk foam, or just sprinkle some more spices. Today, I topped with whipped cream, pumpkin spice, and cinnamon.
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Adriana
Gotta love pumpkin spice season. Your latte sounds so yummy, and the presentation is gorgeous!
Veena Azmanov
Thank you Adiana
Jessica Formicola
So glad to have found this recipe! I can't afford my Starbucks PSL addiction, so this couldn't have come at a more perfect time haha
Veena Azmanov
Thank you, Jessica. Yes, those can be quite expensive.
Mindy Fewless
This truly is the BEST pumpkin spice latte recipe!! Thank you!
Veena Azmanov
Thank you, Mindy
Jacqueline Meldrum
What a perfect treat at this time of year. It's definitely feeling like Autumn in Scotland.
Veena Azmanov
Thank you. Jacqueline.
Cathleen @ A Taste of Madness
Give me all of the pumpkin spiced foods!! I make a pumpkin spice latte almost every week, bit I am going to have to try your recipe now 🙂
Veena Azmanov
Thank you, Cathleen. Let me know what you think