Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte

This homemade Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte is the best way to enjoy a cozy, spiced coffee at home! Made with real pumpkin, warm spices, and creamy milk, this latte is just as delicious as the one from Starbucks—plus, you can make it anytime!

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Ingredients Needed:

Pumpkin Spice Syrup:

• 2 1/2 cups water
• 1 tablespoon ground nutmeg
• 3 cinnamon sticks or 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 inch fresh ginger or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 tablespoons canned pumpkin

Pumpkin Spice Latte:

• 2 to 3 tablespoons pumpkin syrup
• 4 ounces of prepared espresso
• 4 ounces milk 
• 2 tablespoons whipped cream
• 1 dash of ground nutmeg

How To Make Pumpkin Spice Latte?

1. Make the Pumpkin Spice Syrup: In a saucepan, bring water, nutmeg, cinnamon, and ginger to a boil. Lower the heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Strain through a coffee filter to remove the spices, then return the liquid to the saucepan. Stir in sugar and pumpkin, then simmer for 10 more minutes. Let it cool and store it in the fridge.
2. Make the Pumpkin Spice Latte: Add 2 to 3 tablespoons of pumpkin spice syrup to a cup. Pour in hot espresso and stir. Gently add frothed milk and mix lightly. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of nutmeg.

Recipe Tips:

• Use Freshly Brewed Espresso: Freshly brewed espresso makes the latte taste bold and rich. If you don’t have an espresso machine, use a strong brewed coffee instead.
• Strain the Syrup Well: After simmering the syrup, strain it properly using a fine mesh strainer or coffee filter to remove allspice bits. This makes the syrup smooth and perfect for mixing.
• Froth the Milk Properly: For a creamy latte, froth the milk until it’s light and foamy. If you don’t have a frother, shake warm milk in a jar or whisk it until frothy.
• Let the Syrup Cool Before Storing: Hot syrup can create moisture inside the container, making it spoil faster. Let it cool completely before storing it in a sealed jar.
• Adjust the Pumpkin Flavor: If you love a stronger pumpkin taste, add an extra tablespoon of pumpkin puree to the syrup. For a milder flavor, reduce the pumpkin slightly.

How To Store Leftovers?

Let the leftover Pumpkin Spice Latte cool to room temperature. Then, pour it into a sealed container and store it in the fridge for up to 1 day. Stir well before drinking, and reheat if needed.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 263 kcal
• Total Fat: 5g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Cholesterol: 18mg
• Sodium: 100mg
• Potassium: 317mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 52g
• Dietary Fiber: 0g
• Sugars: 50g
• Protein: 4g