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A glass mug of pumpkin spice latte topped with whipped cream, cinnamon, and a cinnamon stick, surrounded by pumpkins and loose cinnamon sticks on a white surface.
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Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe

Enjoy this easy copycat Starbucks pumpkin spice latte! A creamy, cozy homemade recipe with real pumpkin and fall spices, better than the café.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: latte
Servings: 1
Calories: 177kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Milk any kind
  • 1-2 tablespoon Pumpkin puree
  • 1-2 tablespoons Maple syrup or honey/sugar *adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon Pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 shot Espresso or ½ cup (120 ml) strong brewed coffee

For serving:

  • Whipped cream optional
  • pinch pumpkin spice or cinnamon for garnish (optional)
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Instructions

  • Heat the pumpkin milk: In a small saucepan, whisk together milk, pumpkin puree, sweetener, and pumpkin pie spice. Warm gently over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
  • Add vanilla: Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract.
  • Froth (optional but great): Use a milk frother, whisk, or blend for 20–30 seconds until frothy.
  • Assemble: Pour the espresso (or coffee) into a mug. Add the spiced pumpkin milk mixture on top and stir.
  • Finish: Top with whipped cream and a dusting of pumpkin spice or cinnamon.

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Notes

  • Pumpkin pie spice: You can use store-bought, but I have a homemade pumpkin pie spice recipe on my blog that’s perfect for this latte.
  • Sweeteners: I personally love maple syrup because it pairs beautifully with pumpkin flavors, but you can use white sugar, brown sugar, honey, agave, or any sweetener you like.
  • Coffee strength: I used one espresso shot, but if you prefer a stronger kick, go for two shots.
  • Milk: Any milk works! Whole milk makes it creamier, oat milk adds natural sweetness, almond milk gives a nutty touch, and soy milk froths nicely.
  • Pumpkin puree: For a bolder pumpkin flavor, simply increase to 2-3 tablespoons.

Nutrition

Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 99mg | Potassium: 495mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 2798IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 328mg | Iron: 0.4mg