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Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte

This cozy Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte combines espresso, steamed milk, real pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla, and warm pumpkin pie spice. It is naturally sweetened, easy to prepare in 10 minutes, and perfect for a comforting fall drink at home.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 latte
Course: Beverage, Breakfast, Drink
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pumpkin Spice Latte
  • 2 shots espresso or substitute 1/2 cup hot freshly brewed coffee
  • 1 cup milk of choice oat milk or another milk that froths well is recommended
  • 1–2 tablespoons pumpkin puree start with 1 tablespoon and add more to taste
  • 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup adjust to desired sweetness
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice plus more for topping if desired
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
  • whipped cream for topping
  • ground cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice for sprinkling

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Espresso machine or coffee maker
  • Milk frother
  • Large mug
  • Spoon or small whisk
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Heat the Milk
  1. Pour the milk into a small saucepan and heat over medium-low heat until hot and almost simmering. Do not allow the milk to boil.
Prepare the Pumpkin Espresso
  1. Prepare the espresso and pour it into a large mug. Alternatively, use 1/2 cup of hot freshly brewed coffee.
  2. Add the pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract to the mug.
  3. Stir or whisk until the pumpkin mixture is smooth and fully combined with the espresso.
Froth and Assemble
  1. Froth the hot milk for approximately 30 seconds, or until it becomes light and foamy.
  2. Slowly pour the hot milk into the mug over the pumpkin espresso mixture, reserving some of the foam.
  3. Spoon the reserved milk foam over the top of the latte.
  4. Top with whipped cream, if desired, and sprinkle with additional pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Pumpkin puree: Use plain pumpkin puree rather than sweetened pumpkin pie filling. Begin with 1 tablespoon and increase to 2 tablespoons for a stronger pumpkin flavor.
  • Coffee substitute: Replace the two espresso shots with 1/2 cup of strong, hot freshly brewed coffee.
  • Milk: Oat milk is recommended because it creates a creamy texture and froths well, but dairy milk, almond milk, soy milk, or another preferred milk may be used.
  • Sweetness: Begin with 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, taste the latte, and add more as needed.
  • Homemade pumpkin pie spice: Substitute 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger, and 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves or allspice.
  • No frother: Whisk the hot milk vigorously, blend it carefully, or shake warm milk in a tightly sealed heat-safe jar until foamy.
  • Serving: This latte is best served immediately while hot and foamy.