Cold season has officially clocked in, and this homemade pumpkin spice latte is exactly the kind of cosy companion your chilly mornings have been craving.
Think velvety pumpkin, warming spices and frothy coffee goodness all wrapped up in one mug. It’s the kind of drink that makes oversized jerseys feel mandatory and rainy afternoons slightly more romantic. The best part? You can skip the coffee-shop queues and whip up this café-style favourite right at home with pantry staples and a little autumn spirit. Real pumpkin adds a rich, earthy sweetness while cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves bring that unmistakable “winter is here” aroma drifting through the kitchen.
Whether you’re curled up with a book, tackling emails from under a blanket or hosting a catch-up with friends, this homemade pumpkin spice latte turns even the most ordinary moment into something deliciously comforting. One sip in and suddenly winter doesn’t seem so bad after all.
Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte
Ingredients
- Pumpkin Pie Spice
- 3 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp ground ginger
- 2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp allspice
- 1 tsp ground cloves
- Pumpkin Syrup
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
- 4 tbsp pumpkin puree
- Pumpkin Spice Latte
- 1 cup milk of choice
- 1 shot of espresso
- whipped cream
- pumpkin spice (garnish)
Instructions
Pumpkin Syrup
1. Combine sugar and water in a pan and bring to a simmer.
2. When sugar is dissolved, add the pumpkin pie spice and the pumpkin puree and mix well. Let simmer for 20 minutes.
3. Remove from the heat and strain to remove any solids.
Pumpkin Spice Latte
1. In a coffee mug, add 3 tablespoons of pumpkin syrup then add hot coffee and stir until incorporated.
2. Froth milk, then gently pour over coffee and syrup mixture.
3. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice. Enjoy!
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