Pumpkin Spice Latte with Real Pumpkin Recipe
A warm, creamy pumpkin spice latte made with real pumpkin puree, bold espresso or coffee, milk, maple syrup, vanilla, and warming spices. It is a cozy homemade fall drink ready in about 10 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 large latte
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons pure pumpkin puree
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or brown sugar, plus more to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk
- 2 shots espresso or 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
- Pinch of salt
- Whipped cream, optional for serving
- Ground cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice, optional for serving
Instructions
- Add the pumpkin puree, maple syrup or brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt to a small saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Gradually whisk in the milk and continue heating over medium-low heat until steaming hot without allowing it to boil vigorously.
- Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Taste and add additional maple syrup or brown sugar if desired.
- Froth the warm pumpkin milk with a handheld milk frother until creamy and lightly foamy. Alternatively, whisk vigorously or carefully blend using a heat-safe method.
- Pour the freshly prepared espresso or strong brewed coffee into a large mug. Slowly add the warm pumpkin milk and gently stir to combine.
- Spoon the foam over the latte. Top with optional whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice, then serve immediately.
Notes
- Use pure pumpkin puree rather than sweetened and spiced pumpkin pie filling.
- For an iced latte, cool the prepared pumpkin mixture and combine it with cold milk, chilled espresso, and ice.
- Oat, almond, soy, or coconut milk can be used for a dairy-free variation.
- Add an extra shot of espresso for a stronger coffee flavor.
- For a chocolate variation, whisk about 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder into the pumpkin mixture.
- Leftover pumpkin milk mixture can be refrigerated separately from the coffee in an airtight container for 2–3 days. Stir well, gently reheat, and froth again before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large latte
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
