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Pumpkin spice latte topped with whipped cream and cinnamon surrounded by pumpkins and fall decor

Pumpkin Spice Latte: The Iconic Fall Drink + Homemade Recipe

Skip the line and cozy up with this homemade pumpkin spice latte—creamy, spiced, and better than store-bought.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups milk (dairy or oat/almond for dairy-free)
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 12 tbsp sugar, maple syrup, or honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (or mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves)
  • ½ cup strong brewed coffee or 2 shots espresso
  • Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
  • Extra pumpkin spice for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, whisk together milk, pumpkin purée, sugar, vanilla, and pumpkin spice. Warm gently over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
  2. Use an immersion blender (or whisk vigorously) until frothy.
  3. Pour hot espresso or strong coffee into mugs. Divide the pumpkin milk mixture over the top.
  4. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice.
  5. Enjoy immediately, warm and cozy.

Notes

Try a frozen version by blending with coffee ice cubes, or make it boozy with a splash of Kahlúa. The pumpkin-spice milk base can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 3 days.

  • Author: Dr. Anya Petrova
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 14g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: pumpkin spice latte, PSL, fall drink, homemade coffee, pumpkin latte