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Two clear glass mugs of pumpkin spice latte with whipped cream topping, placed on a festive fall table with pumpkins, cinnamon sticks, and a copper tea kettle in the background.
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5 from 3 votes

Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe

Curl up with this cozy, autumnal latte that warms the soul and fills the kitchen with sweet spice. Creamy milk, real pumpkin, and a whisper of vanilla make every sip feel like sweater weather.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Additional Time / Resting Time1 minute
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 423kcal
Author: Emily Rider

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.

Nutrition

Serving: 2400g | Calories: 423kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 30g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 113mg | Potassium: 532mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 23g | Vitamin A: 3621IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 401mg | Iron: 1mg