Description
A cozy, homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte made with real pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup. This dairy-free, easy-to-make coffee drink is perfect for a morning boost or an afternoon treat, featuring frothy milk and optional whipped cream topping.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Latte
- 2 shots espresso (or substitute 1/2 cup hot freshly brewed coffee)
- 1 cup milk of choice (preferably one that froths well, like oat milk)
- 1 to 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree (start with 1 tablespoon)
- 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup, to sweeten
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Topping
- Whipped cream
- Extra pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon for sprinkling
Instructions
- Heat the Milk: Pour 1 cup of your chosen milk into a small pot and gently heat it over medium-low until it is hot and almost simmering. Be careful not to let it boil to avoid scalding the milk.
- Prepare the Coffee Base: Brew 2 shots of espresso or use 1/2 cup of hot freshly brewed coffee. Pour it into a large mug or glass mason jar. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree, 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup, 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir well until all ingredients are fully combined.
- Froth the Milk: Use a milk frother to froth the hot milk for about 30 seconds until it becomes light and foamy. If you don’t have a frother, you can whisk the milk vigorously to create some foam.
- Assemble the Latte: Pour the frothed milk into the mug with the pumpkin coffee mixture, holding back the extra foam. Then spoon the reserved foam on top to create a creamy layer.
- Add Toppings: For an extra special touch, top your pumpkin spice latte with whipped cream and a light sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon. Serve immediately and enjoy your comforting homemade latte.
Notes
- This recipe uses real pumpkin puree and authentic pumpkin pie spice for a natural, cozy flavor.
- Maple syrup provides natural sweetness, but you can adjust the amount to your taste or substitute with your preferred sweetener.
- Oat milk works excellently for frothing and complements the pumpkin flavor well, but you can use any milk that froths easily.
- Optional whipped cream topping adds extra indulgence but can be omitted for a lighter drink.
- Enjoy this latte fresh; it’s best consumed immediately while warm and frothy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latte
- Calories: 132 kcal
- Sugar: 14.1 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 3.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21.7 g
- Fiber: 1.7 g
- Protein: 2.1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg