Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe

August 13, 2024
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Here’s a recipe for a classic Pumpkin Spice Latte and ideas on how to use Pumpkin Spice in other dishes:

Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe:

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin puree
  • 1-2 tbsp sugar or sweetener (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice (see below for homemade blend)
  • 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee or espresso
  • Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
  • Extra pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon (for garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Make the Pumpkin Spice Mixture:
  • In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the milk, pumpkin puree, sugar, and pumpkin pie spice.
  • Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is hot and begins to steam (but don’t let it boil).
  1. Add the Coffee:
  • Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and brewed coffee or espresso.
  1. Froth the Mixture:
  • If you have a frother, use it to froth the mixture until it’s light and foamy. If not, you can vigorously whisk the mixture or blend it in a blender for a few seconds.
  1. Serve:
  • Pour the Pumpkin Spice Latte into mugs. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of extra pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon if desired.
  1. Enjoy:
  • Enjoy your homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte, perfect for a cozy fall day!

Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend:

To make your own pumpkin pie spice, mix together:

  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/2 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/2 tsp ground cloves

Store in an airtight container and use in various fall recipes.

Other Pumpkin Spice Ideas:

  1. Pumpkin Spice Pancakes:
  • Add a teaspoon of pumpkin spice to your pancake batter for a fall-flavored breakfast.
  1. Pumpkin Spice Muffins:
  • Stir pumpkin spice into your favorite muffin recipe or use it in pumpkin muffins for a double dose of flavor.
  1. Pumpkin Spice Granola:
  • Toss oats with pumpkin spice, honey, and oil, then bake for a crunchy, seasonal granola.
  1. Pumpkin Spice Cookies:
  • Add pumpkin spice to your sugar cookie or snickerdoodle recipe for a festive twist.
  1. Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal:
  • Stir pumpkin spice into your morning oatmeal along with some pumpkin puree for a warming breakfast.
  1. Pumpkin Spice Smoothie:
  • Blend pumpkin puree, banana, milk, pumpkin spice, and a sweetener for a nutritious and seasonal smoothie.
  1. Pumpkin Spice Bread:
  • Bake a loaf of pumpkin spice bread, perfect for toasting and enjoying with a spread of butter or cream cheese.