Description
A cozy homemade pumpkin spice latte made with pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, milk, and espresso or strong coffee, finished with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin puree
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1⁄4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 cup milk
- 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ounces espresso or 1/2 cup strong coffee
- whipped cream, for topping
- ground cinnamon or nutmeg, for garnish
Instructions
- Add 1 tablespoon pumpkin puree, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1⁄4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice to a small saucepan.
- Stir the ingredients together over gentle heat until the pumpkin and sugar are well combined and the mixture is warm and fragrant.
- Pour in 1 cup milk and add 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir and continue warming gently until the milk is hot and steamy, without bringing it to a boil.
- Add 2 ounces espresso or 1/2 cup strong coffee and stir thoroughly until evenly combined.
- Pour the latte into mugs. Top with whipped cream and garnish with ground cinnamon or nutmeg. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use plain pumpkin puree rather than pumpkin pie filling to keep the sweetness and spices balanced.
- Use 2 ounces of espresso or 1/2 cup strong coffee according to what you have available.
- Add whipped cream and the cinnamon or nutmeg garnish immediately before serving for the best presentation.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 servings
- Calories: 180
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