Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte (Printer-Friendly)
A warm, spiced coffee drink made with real pumpkin purée, aromatic spices, and steamed milk—perfect for cozy autumn mornings.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pumpkin Spice Base
01 - 2 tablespoons pumpkin purée (unsweetened)
02 - 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
→ Milk & Coffee
04 - 1 ½ cups whole milk
05 - ½ cup strong brewed coffee or 2 shots espresso
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Toppings
07 - Whipped cream
08 - Additional pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon for dusting
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together pumpkin purée, pumpkin pie spice, and sugar. Heat until warmed and fragrant, about 1 minute.
02 - Slowly add milk, whisking constantly. Heat until steaming but not boiling.
03 - Remove from heat and whisk in vanilla extract.
04 - Froth the milk mixture using a frother, whisk, or blender until foamy.
05 - Pour hot coffee or espresso evenly into two mugs. Add the steamed pumpkin milk mixture on top.
06 - Top with whipped cream and a dusting of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon, if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- You will save serious money while making something that tastes even better than the coffee shop version
- The real pumpkin purée creates this velvety, authentic flavor that syrup pumps can never quite capture
- Your whole house will smell like autumn decided to move in
02 -
- Never let the milk boil or it will develop a weird skin and ruin the texture completely
- The pumpkin settles at the bottom, so give your mug a quick stir before that first sip
- Fresh pumpkin pie spice makes a massive difference compared to that jar you have had since 2019
03 -
- Warm your mugs with hot water before pouring so your drink stays piping hot
- A small splash of half and half mixed into plant-based milk creates a richer texture
- Grate fresh nutmeg over the top instead of using pre-ground for an aroma that will stop everyone in their tracks