Description
Enjoy a cozy homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte featuring warm pumpkin puree, aromatic spices, rich espresso, and creamy milk topped with luscious whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice. Perfect for chilly days or whenever you crave a comforting seasonal treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, plus more for serving
- Freshly ground black pepper, a small pinch
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1-2 shots espresso (or strong brewed coffee)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream, whipped until soft peaks form
Instructions
- Prepare Pumpkin Spice Base: Begin by combining the pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and a small pinch of black pepper in a small saucepan. Cook on medium heat for 2 minutes, stirring continuously to smoothen the mix and enhance the spices’ flavors.
- Add Sugar and Vanilla: Add the sugar and vanilla extract to the pumpkin mixture, stirring until fully dissolved to create a sweet, aromatic base.
- Incorporate Milk: Gradually whisk the whole milk into the pumpkin mixture. Warm it until hot to the touch but not boiling, ensuring all ingredients blend smoothly. For a frothier latte, you may blend the mixture until foamy.
- Prepare Espresso: Brew 1-2 shots of espresso or strong coffee and divide it between two mugs.
- Combine Latte: Pour the hot pumpkin-spiced milk mixture over the espresso in each mug, stirring gently to combine evenly.
- Top with Whipped Cream: Add a generous dollop of freshly whipped cream atop each latte. Sprinkle additional pumpkin pie spice over the cream to garnish.
- Serve: Serve the Pumpkin Spice Latte immediately and enjoy the comforting flavors.
Notes
- Use freshly brewed espresso for the best flavor, or substitute with strong brewed coffee.
- Adjust sugar to taste; alternative sweeteners can be used.
- For a vegan version, substitute whole milk and heavy cream with plant-based alternatives.
- Blending the milk mixture creates a frothier latte similar to those from coffee shops.
- Pumpkin pie spice can be homemade with cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves if unavailable.
