Description
This Pumpkin Spice Latte is a delicious and comforting fall beverage that’s easy to make at home. Enjoy the warm flavors of pumpkin, spices, and espresso with a touch of sweetness from maple syrup.
Ingredients
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- 2 shots espresso (about 4 oz) or 1/2 cup strongly brewed coffee
- 3 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a measuring cup or mug, combine pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, maple syrup, and espresso (or coffee). Mix well.
- Heat and Froth Milk: Heat the milk using your preferred method (steamer, frother, or saucepan) until hot but not boiling.
- Combine and Serve: Pour the hot milk into the pumpkin and coffee mixture. Stir well. (Optional: Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve for a smoother texture.) Serve immediately, topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice, if desired.
Notes
- Espresso: If you don’t have an espresso machine, use strongly brewed coffee.
- Sweetener: Adjust the amount of maple syrup to your desired sweetness.
- Spice: Adjust the amount of pumpkin pie spice to your liking.
- Milk: Use any type of milk you prefer, such as dairy milk, almond milk, or oat milk.
- Make it Vegan: Use plant-based milk and whipped cream for a vegan version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250kcal
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
