Just make up one big batch of this Pumpkin Spice Latte mixture to enjoy a hot and fresh cup of spiced fall goodness every day for a week!
I’m not a regular at the coffee shop. And it’s not that I don’t like what the baristas are concocting behind the counter. No, I’m actually quite fond of their beverages, both steaming hot and served over ice. It simply comes down to the dollar for me. I just can’t part with 4 or 5 bucks for a fancy coffee on a regular basis.
But this fall, I plan to indulge a bit more often in one of my favorite latte flavors, without even getting out of my pajamas in the morning. Because I have a simple and delicious recipe for a homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte. And what I think is really cool, is that the recipe makes enough spiced pumpkin mixture for a pumpkin spice latte every day for a week. No measuring individual ingredients every day. Just make up one big batch, and enjoy a hot and fresh cup of spiced fall goodness, with only the slightest bit of effort each morning. What a way to start the day!
Pumpkin Spice Latte
Ingredients
For the Pumpkin Sauce
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- ¼ cup maple sugar, or light brown sugar
- ¼ cup water
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom, optional but delicious
For One Latte
- 2 shots freshly pulled espresso, see notes
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin sauce, or to taste
- ½ cup whole milk
- Whipped cream and cinnamon, for garnish
Instructions
For the Pumpkin Sauce
- Combine all of the ingredients in a small saucepan over low heat. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3 minutes, or until the sugar has dissolved. Remove from the heat and cool completely. Store in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to use (up to 7 days).
For The Latte
- In your favorite mug, stir together the espresso and pumpkin sauce.
- Heat the milk on the stovetop or in the microwave until it is just steaming about 150℉
- Then froth the milk until it develops a ½” thick layer of foam about 20 seconds using a wand frother or by very carefully shaking the milk in a mason jar (I recommend wrapping the jar in a towel it will be hot).
- Pour the frothed milk on top of the espresso and garnish with a swirl of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Enjoy immediately.
Notes
Nutrition Information:
I can’t justify handing over $4 – $5 to a barista for a fancy coffee either. Having said that however, I’d pay you to make me this latte :)
I’ve never been keen on Starbucks. I think I go once, maybe twice a year at most. When I do go it’s for a creme frapachino or one of there seasonal fall/winter steamers. Those things are so delicious. And even though it’s like 95 degrees out, I’m realign wanting to make this and drink it hot so my insides can feel all warm and cozy. I want it to be fall dang it!
Oh my – this looks fabulous! Perfect for the coming fall season!
This is so great Brenda! I make myself a latte every morning and this will be a great way for me to spice it up a bit!
I don’t even like coffee and I love this idea. There’s just something wonderful about fall.. :)
Today definitely feels like fall is coming. I could use a mug of this right now.
I’ve never been really into Starbucks. I think I’ll go maybe one or twice (if that) a year. But I do love their fall and winter drinks! This looks so great, and even though it’s like 90 degrees outside, I kind of want to drink this warm and make my insides feel all fuzzy and tingly :)
This will definitely be part of my Thanksgiving menu!
Awesome! Great to hear from you, Susan!
I am not even a coffee drinker but this sounds soooooo good…especially since there is such a chill in the air now!
Yes Brenda, your recipe looks wonderful! I agree that spending $5 on a coffee drink is a bit extravagant! This is great! :-)
Everything about this is perfect, right down to that swirl of whipped cream!
BEST.IDEA.EVER!!!! I can not wait to try this! Sounds so perfect in so many ways :)
What a nice way to welcome Fall. :) I totally agree with you about the price tag of the fancy coffee at the shop. I think your version is way better anyway. ;)
You have no idea how excited I am to see this recipe!! We’ve live in England and I guess the Brits don’t appreciate the value of this drink (as the Koreans didn’t I realized during our years in Seoul)…have all the ingredients and I’m planning to make this recipe this weekend!!!
So nice to hear from you, Lisa. I hope you liked it!
This is perfect, Brenda! I love that I can make one batch that will last me a week!
Yum. My fave cold weather drink…next to a full strength Eggnog latte (after 5349 situps). I need to try out your recipe very soon…weather is getting cold next week!! :)
xo – Happy Friday!
Heather
I’d love one of these lattes right now (cute mug too!).
Pumpkin and coffee are MFEO! I especially love 1) that you don’t need any special equipment and 2) the chocolate shavings.
This is so brilliant Brenda! I rarely go to coffee shops because I’m way too tight to spend $5 on a $.50 cup of coffee. I can’t wait to try this!
The homemade version is the best! Love it!