When fall makes its arrival, I adore anything and everything 🎃 pumpkin, including drinks like this Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe. In just 5 minutes, you can whip up a latte that’s better than Starbucks and costs much less 💸. Growing up in Bulgaria, roasted pumpkin with sugar was a staple in every bakery. I have fond memories of waking up to the comforting aroma of pumpkin every weekend, knowing my grandma 👵🏼 was either crafting her sweet pumpkin phyllo pie or roasting pumpkin in the oven. These nostalgic moments will always hold a special place in my heart 🥰. From pumpkin pie to pumpkin soup, and now this delightful Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe, my love for this fall treat 🍂 knows no bounds.

Why You’ll Love this Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe

This Pumpkin Spice Latte tastes like a warm hug in a mug, with real pumpkin purée adding earthy sweetness that feels like home 🏡. Pumpkin spice adds layers of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and allspice for that perfect fall aroma. Every sip is rich, creamy, and perfectly balanced with bold espresso ☕️ and a hint of maple syrup 🍁. Unlike the Starbucks PSL, which packs in around 50 grams of sugar 😱, this homemade version has less than half of that—so you get all the cozy fall flavor without the sugar overload. You’ll love how indulgent it feels while still being a healthier, homemade treat.

Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make this Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe:

🎃 Pumpkin puree: The star of the show, pumpkin puree gives your PSL that signature creamy, autumn flavor.

🍂  Pumpkin Spice: This magical blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice and cloves makes every sip taste like fall.

☕ Espresso: I like 1-2 shots of espresso, but strongly brewed coffee will work as well.

🥛 Milk: Any milk works here—dairy or your favorite plant-based option for a creamy base.

🍁 Maple syrup: Sweetens the latte naturally while adding an earthy richness that pairs beautifully with pumpkin.

🤍 Whipped Cream: Add whip to give your latte that Starbucks at home vibe.

Make Ahead and Storage Tips

You can absolutely make parts of this latte in advance to save time ⏲. The pumpkin purée, maple syrup, and pumpkin spice can be stirred together and kept in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. This makes it easy to spoon 🥄 some into your mug whenever you want a pumpkin fix 🎃.

If you happen to have leftover prepared Pumpkin Spice Latte, store it in a sealed jar 🫙 or container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The milk and espresso will probably separate, but a quick stir or shake will emulsify it back together. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave (do not boil!) until warm and frothy again. For best results, avoid freezing 🥶, since the texture of the milk won’t hold up.

Variations and Substitutions for Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe

1. Try an 🧊 iced version! Let the coffee mixture cool and serve over ice. Use cold milk instead of heated milk.
2. For a vegan version, substitute dairy milk with a 🌿 plant-based alternative such as almond, soy, oat, or coconut milk. Use a vegan whipped cream or omit it altogether.
3. Substitute coffee with strong brewed chai tea or a chai tea concentrate to make a Pumpkin Chai Latte.
4. Instead of maple syrup, try another sweetener such as 🍯 honey, agave syrup, or sugar-free syrup for a different sweetness profile.

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Best Served With

• A slice of Pumpkin Bread or Pumpkin Pie 🥧.
• A breakfast or brunch spread with favorites like French Toast Casserole or this High Protein Breakfast Casserole.
• Enjoy with Gluten Free Baklava (Viral) or Shortbread Butter Cookies 🍪 for an afternoon treat.

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