This easy pumpkin spice latte recipe is a quick way to enjoy the season’s favorite coffeehouse drink without leaving home. Made with real pumpkin puree and warm spices, and ready in minutes. Perfect for crisp mornings or an afternoon pick-me-up.
If you love cozy fall drinks, you might also enjoy our Creamy Crockpot Hot Chocolate Recipe for chilly evenings or our Gingerbread Hot Chocolate Recipe when you’re ready for holiday flavors.
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Ingredients
Note: For a vegan version you can use coconut and oat milk, both froth beautifully and add a touch of natural sweetness keeping this recipe dairy free.
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Recipe Tips
Use pure pumpkin purée – Choose 100% pumpkin purée rather than pumpkin pie filling, which comes pre-sweetened and spiced. Starting with the pure pumpkin puree allows you control the flavor and sweetness exactly how you like it.
Adjust the spice to taste – Begin with a small amount of pumpkin pie spice and taste before adding more. If you’re a big fan of bold, pumpkin spice flavored lattes, you can always sprinkle in extra.
Cook the pumpkin briefly – Warming the pumpkin with the spices for a minute or two deepens the flavor and makes the latte taste richer. It’s a tiny step that makes a noticeable difference in the final cup.
Froth for café-style foam – Use a handheld frother, blender, or even whisk to create that airy, silky foam you’d expect from a coffee shop. It gives the latte a light, luxurious texture that’s fun to sip through.
Serve in pre-warmed mugs – Swirl a little hot water in your mugs before pouring in the latte to keep it warmer for longer. This simple trick means your drink stays cozy from the first sip to the last.
Instructions
- Heat the milk: In a small saucepan over medium heat, warm the milk for about 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it’s hot but not boiling. This helps prevent scorching and keeps the texture smooth.
- Whisk in the flavor: Add pumpkin purée, pumpkin pie spice, and your preferred sweetener. Whisk for 1–2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and fully heated through.
- Add the coffee: Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the coffee or espresso until well combined. This keeps the coffee flavor bright and avoids overcooking it.
- Froth for texture: Use a milk frother, blender, or whisk for about 30–60 seconds to create a creamy, airy foam.
- Serve and garnish: Pour the latte into your favorite mug and top with pumpkin pie spiced whipped cream (or leave plain), a sprinkle of spice, and a cinnamon stick if you like an extra festive touch.
Tip: For a stronger coffee flavor, use a double shot of espresso or extra-strong brewed coffee. If you like a smoother, café-style texture, strain the pumpkin mixture through a fine-mesh sieve before frothing.
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Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Whisk
- Blender or milk frother
Ingredients
Latte base
- 2 cups 480 grams milk, any variety
- 2 tbsp 30 grams pumpkin puree
- 1 to 3 tbsp 12 to 38 grams granulated sugar
- ½ to 1 tbsp 1 to 3 grams pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tbsp 13 grams vanilla extract
- ½ to 1 cup 120 to 240 grams strong brewed coffee or teeccino
Pumpkin Pie Spiced Whipped Cream Topping
- ½ cup 120 grams heavy whipping cream, optional
- ½ tsp 1 gram pumpkin pie spice seasoning blend, optional
- 1 to 2 tsp 7 to 14 grams maple syrup, optional
Garnish Options
- 2 cinnamon sticks 3 grams cinnamon, optional garnish
- 1 pinch 0.5 grams pumpkin pie spice, optional garnish
Instructions
- Heat the milk in a small saucepan over medium heat, whisking until hot and steamy but not boiling.
- Whisk in the pumpkin puree, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla until smooth and heated through.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat.
- Pour in the brewed coffee or teeccino and stir to combine.
- Blend the latte in a blender for 30 to 60 seconds if a frothier texture is desired.
- Divide the latte evenly between two mugs.
- Whip the heavy cream, pumpkin pie spice blend, and maple syrup with a frother or blender until thick, if using.
- Spoon the whipped cream over the lattes, if using.
- Garnish with a cinnamon stick or a pinch of pumpkin pie spice.
- Serve warm.
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Notes
- Sweetness: Start with 1 tablespoon of sugar and increase to taste.
- Coffee Options: Use decaf coffee or teeccino for a caffeine-free version.
- Dairy-Free Vegan Option: Swap dairy milk and cream for oat or almond milk and coconut cream.
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