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Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte

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This Recipe Fall just doesn’t feel complete without a pumpkin spice latte. I love stopping for one when the weather starts getting cooler, but I wanted to make a homemade version that I could enjoy whenever I wanted without having to leave the house.
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Ingredients

For the Pumpkin Syrup:

  • 1 cup pumpkin purée
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin spice
  • 1 tea vanilla extract

For Each Latte:

  • 2 tablespoons pumpkin syrup
  • 1/4 cup espresso OR 1/2 cup hot strong coffee
  • 1 cup hot milk
  • Whipped cream optional
  • A dash of pumpkin spice for topping

Instructions

  • In a saucepan, combine the pumpkin purée, brown sugar, water, vanilla and pumpkin spice.
  • Cook over medium-low heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is well combined and the mixture has slightly thickened.
  • Remove from the heat and allow the pumpkin syrup to cool completely.
  • If you’re making the syrup ahead of time, transfer it to a clean container, cover, and refrigerate.
  • To make your latte, add 2 tablespoons of pumpkin syrup to a cup.
  • Add the espresso or hot, strong coffee, followed by the hot milk. Stir well.
  • Top with whipped cream, if desired, and finish with a dash of pumpkin spice.
  • Enjoy your homemade pumpkin spice latte!

Connie’s notes

  • Make the pumpkin syrup ahead of time. This makes it easy to enjoy a latte whenever the craving hits.
  • Stir the syrup before using it. The pumpkin can naturally settle while it sits in the refrigerator.
  • Adjust the sweetness to taste. Add a little extra pumpkin syrup if you prefer a sweeter latte.
  • Use strong coffee if you don’t have espresso. You want the coffee flavor to stand up to the pumpkin and milk.
  • Don’t boil the milk. Heat it until hot and steaming for a smoother latte.
  • For an extra-creamy latte, use whole milk or your favorite creamy milk alternative.
  • Finish with a sprinkle of pumpkin spice. It adds extra aroma and gives the drink that classic fall flavor.
  • Let the pumpkin syrup cool before refrigerating. This helps prevent excess condensation and keeps the syrup at a better texture.
 
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