Description
A cozy and delicious homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte made with real pumpkin puree, warm spices, and naturally sweetened with maple syrup. This dairy-free latte recipe uses frothy oat milk and bold espresso for a perfect morning coffee or afternoon pick-me-up.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Ingredients
- 2 shots espresso (or 1/2 cup hot freshly brewed coffee)
- 1 cup milk of choice (preferably oat milk for frothing)
- 1-2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Flavorings and Spices
- 1 to 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree (start with 1 tablespoon)
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Topping (Optional)
- Whipped cream
- Extra pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon for sprinkling
Instructions
- Heat the milk: Pour the milk into a small pot and warm it over medium-low heat until hot and nearly simmering, being careful not to boil.
- Prepare the espresso mixture: Brew 2 shots of espresso and pour into a large mug or glass jar. Add pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract, stirring until well combined.
- Froth the milk: Use a milk frother to create foam by frothing the heated milk for about 30 seconds until foamy.
- Assemble the latte: Pour the frothed milk over the pumpkin espresso mixture. Spoon reserved foam on top.
- Add toppings: Optionally, top with whipped cream and sprinkle extra pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon for an extra cozy touch.
Notes
- Use real pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice for the best authentic flavor.
- Oat milk is recommended as it froths well and is naturally creamy, but any milk of choice can be used.
- Maple syrup provides natural sweetness; adjust amount to taste.
- This latte is dairy-free and naturally sweetened, perfect for a comforting and healthier seasonal treat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latte
- Calories: 132 kcal
- Sugar: 14.1 g
- Sodium: 60 mg
- Fat: 3.3 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 21.7 g
- Fiber: 1.7 g
- Protein: 2.1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
