Description
A cozy, homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe featuring a creamy whipped topping and a warm blend of pumpkin puree, milk, brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice, perfect for fall or anytime you crave a comforting seasonal drink.
Ingredients
Scale
Whipped Topping
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 Tbsp granulated sugar
Latte
- 2 cups 2% milk
- 6 Tbsp canned pumpkin puree
- 3 Tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice, plus more for garnish
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup strong brewed coffee or espresso
- Orange gel food coloring or natural food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Whipped Topping: In a medium mixing bowl, use an electric hand mixer to whip together the heavy cream and granulated sugar on high speed until stiff peaks form. Transfer the whipped cream to a piping bag fitted with a star tip or simply spoon it over the latte when ready to serve.
- Heat Latte Mixture: In a small saucepan, whisk together the milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice. Warm the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until warmed through but not boiling. You can test the temperature by taking a small sip.
- Combine with Coffee: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the hot brewed coffee or espresso along with the vanilla extract. If desired, add a few drops of orange gel or natural food coloring for a festive hue, stirring well to incorporate.
- Serve: Pour the latte mixture evenly into three mugs (or two larger mugs if preferred). Top each with a generous amount of the whipped cream and a light sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice. Serve immediately for the best flavor and warmth.
Notes
- The recipe makes three smaller servings (about 1 cup each) or two larger servings (about 1.5 cups each).
- Nutrition estimates are based on dividing the latte into three servings.
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less brown sugar according to taste.
- Use espresso for a stronger coffee flavor or regular strong brewed coffee if espresso is not available.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute 2% milk with almond or oat milk and use coconut cream for the whipped topping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 85 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
