Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte

Tuesday, 19 October 2010

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First off, technically this isn’t a latte, as I made it with coffee, not espresso. But it’s an (improved) imitation of a certain coffee giant’s pumpkin spice latte, so let’s just overlook the details.

That particular coffee monopoly also uses (tons of) flavored syrup to make their pumpkin drinks. While you can make your own syrup fairly easily (here is one recipe), I choose to go a less sugary, more natural route and combined canned pumpkin puree, milk and spices. Mix that with coffee and the result is a creamy, comforting and lightly sweetened coffee drink full of autumn flavors.

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte

  • 1/2 C coffee
  • 1/2 C milk
  • 2 T pumpkin puree
  • 1 t pumpkin pie spice*
  • 2 t sugar*
  • Whipped cream (optional)

Prepare coffee as directed and pour into your favorite mug. Combine milk, pumpkin, spice, and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk together and heat until warm. Add to coffee and gently whisk together. Add whipped cream if desired.

* Add more or less sugar and spices to taste. I also used some freshly ground nutmeg and an extra dash of cinnamon (I couldn’t resist).

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12 Responses to “Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte”
  1. Andrea writes:
    No. 1 — October 19th, 2010 at 11:17 am

    I’m glad you made this attempt! How would you compare it to that particular coffee monopoly? If I wasn’t on this gluten-free-dairy-free-coffee-free diet, I would try it!

  2. Dani writes:
    No. 2 — October 19th, 2010 at 11:24 am

    Yum! That sounds way better than an artificially-flavored syrup like they use, and even better than pumpkin sugar water.

  3. Stephanie writes:
    No. 3 — October 19th, 2010 at 1:42 pm

    I think it tasted much better. Theirs are way too sweet for me, and this had a very pumpkin and fall flavor to me.

  4. Amanda @ bakingwithoutabox writes:
    No. 4 — October 19th, 2010 at 3:38 pm

    Yum I so need this as a pick me up this afternoon. Wonderful creation!

  5. pachecopatty writes:
    No. 5 — October 19th, 2010 at 6:40 pm

    This is so pretty in the red cup, says fall and comfort of home to me;) Thanks for visiting my blog and leaving such a sweet comment. I will have to try your pumpkin spice latté.

  6. Stephanie writes:
    No. 6 — October 19th, 2010 at 6:57 pm

    Thanks Patty!

  7. Amy writes:
    No. 7 — October 19th, 2010 at 7:48 pm

    I bet this is 100x better than Starbucks! I think I shall try this tomorrow :) ! Great recipe!

  8. @lickmyspoon writes:
    No. 8 — October 19th, 2010 at 8:37 pm

    This sounds like a great way to start the day, much better than the calorie-riddled concoctions at Starbucks!

    Lick My Spoon

  9. Baking Serendipity writes:
    No. 9 — October 19th, 2010 at 9:19 pm

    Thank you, thank you for this recipe! I always feel guilty indulging in this drink at Starbucks because of the calories and the cost, but I can’t help but love it. I’m definitely going to give your version a try :) Bookmarked!

  10. Elin writes:
    No. 10 — October 19th, 2010 at 10:48 pm

    this is so healthy..thanks for sharing :)

  11. Marisa writes:
    No. 11 — October 20th, 2010 at 11:34 am

    Can you believe that I don’t think I’ve ever had a pumpkin spice latte from Stabucks before? Everyone always raves about them and I still haven’t tasted one! I know that while they probably taste great, they put a lot of not-so-good-for-you stuff in there. I like the way this homemade version sounds a lot. And since I don’t have a espresso machine, it’s even better!

  12. torviewtoronto writes:
    No. 12 — October 20th, 2010 at 9:10 pm

    never had this looks flavourful

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