Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte
This recipe guides you in creating a copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte at home. It involves gently heating a mixture of canned pumpkin, milk, vanilla syrup, and pumpkin pie spice, then combining it with strong espresso or coffee for a warm, comforting autumn beverage. Garnish with whipped cream and extra spice for a delightful finish.
Equipment
- 1 Espresso Machine Or a strong coffee maker, Moka pot, or French press
- 1 Small Saucepan For heating the milk mixture
- 1 Whisk For combining ingredients and frothing milk (optional)
- 1 Measuring Spoons and Cups
- 1 Serving Mug
Ingredients
Main
- 3 tbsp canned pumpkin
- 1 cup milk
- 2 tbsp vanilla-flavored syrup
- 1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 3 oz Espresso or use strong brewed coffee
Instructions
- Brew 3 oz of strong espresso or coffee; set aside in your serving mug.
- In a small saucepan, combine 3 tbsp canned pumpkin, 1 cup milk, 2 tbsp vanilla-flavored syrup, and 1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice.
- Heat the mixture over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until it is hot and steamy but not boiling.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat once heated through.
- If desired, use a milk frother or vigorously whisk the milk mixture in the saucepan to create a foamy texture.
- Carefully pour the heated pumpkin spice milk mixture into the mug containing the brewed espresso or coffee.
- Stir gently to ensure all ingredients are well combined.
- Taste the latte and adjust the sweetness by adding more vanilla syrup if preferred.
- For an elevated experience, top with a generous dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of extra pumpkin pie spice.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte.
Notes
For an authentic taste, use freshly brewed, strong espresso. If using coffee, ensure it's robust to stand up to the pumpkin and spice flavors. Properly heating the pumpkin with the milk and spice first allows the flavors to meld and prevents a gritty texture; gently simmer, do not boil. To achieve a professional texture, froth the milk after heating with a milk frother or whisk. Adjust vanilla syrup to your preferred sweetness. A touch of whipped cream and an extra sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice on top elevates both presentation and richness.