Description
This Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe lets you enjoy the rich, cozy flavors of the beloved fall drink in the comfort of your own kitchen. Made with real pumpkin purée, pumpkin pie spice, espresso, and creamy whole milk topped with whipped cream, this latte is a perfect blend of spice and sweetness to warm you up on chilly days.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin purée
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, plus more for garnish
- Freshly ground black pepper, a generous pinch
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 1 to 2 shots espresso (about 1/4 cup) or 1/3 to 1/2 cup strong coffee
- 1/4 cup cold heavy cream, whipped into firm peaks
Instructions
- Heat Pumpkin Mixture: Place 2 tablespoons pumpkin purée, 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, and a generous pinch of freshly ground black pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir constantly to prevent burning until the mixture becomes hot and gives off a cooked pumpkin aroma, about 2 minutes.
- Add Sugar and Cook Syrup: Stir in 2 tablespoons granulated sugar and continue cooking while stirring until the mixture thickens and appears bubbly, resulting in a syrupy consistency.
- Incorporate Milk and Vanilla: Whisk in 2 cups whole milk and 2 tablespoons vanilla extract into the pumpkin syrup. Warm gently over medium heat, stirring frequently, ensuring the mixture does not boil over or scorch.
- Blend for Frothiness: Carefully transfer the warm milk and pumpkin mixture to a blender or use a hand blender directly in the saucepan. Blend on high until frothy and well combined, ensuring the lid is secured tightly, and using towels to prevent spills.
- Prepare Coffee Base: Brew 1 to 2 shots espresso or 1/3 to 1/2 cup strong coffee. Divide the coffee evenly between two mugs.
- Assemble and Garnish: Pour the frothed pumpkin milk mixture over the coffee in each mug. Top generously with whipped heavy cream and garnish with an extra sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, or nutmeg if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use whole milk for the creamiest texture and best flavor balance.
- Freshly ground black pepper adds a subtle warmth that enhances the pumpkin spice.
- To make whipped cream, chill your bowl and beat cold heavy cream until firm peaks form.
- Adjust the amount of espresso or coffee to your preferred strength.
- This recipe serves two; double the ingredients for a larger batch.
- Be careful not to boil the milk mixture to prevent curdling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 347
- Sugar: 27.8 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 18.9 g
- Saturated Fat: 11.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29.4 g
- Fiber: 0.8 g
- Protein: 8.9 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
