The Best Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte
This homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte is a cozy fall favorite made with real pumpkin puree, warm spices, and strong coffee. It’s creamy, comforting, and easy to make in just 10 minutes—perfect for chilly mornings or cozy evenings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp pumpkin puree
- 2 cups whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1–2 tbsp sugar (to taste)
- 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee or espresso
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- Whipped cream, for topping
Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix:
- 1 1/2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp freshly grated nutmeg
- Pinch of ground cloves
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, whisk together pumpkin puree, sugar, and milk until smooth.
- Heat over medium, stirring often, until steaming but not boiling.
- Remove from heat and stir in coffee, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice.
- Pour into two mugs and top with whipped cream.
- Sprinkle with additional pumpkin spice for garnish. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use pure canned pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling.
- Adjust sugar to taste or use maple syrup for deeper flavor.
- Blend hot mixture for extra frothy texture.
- Store extra in the fridge up to 2 days and reheat gently on the stove.
- Top with dairy-free whipped cream for a vegan version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
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