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Pumpkin-Coffee Milkshake Recipe

This recipe crafts a delightful pumpkin-coffee milkshake, blending strong coffee, dark brown sugar, pumpkin puree, and aromatic spices with creamy coffee ice cream. It's a quick, refreshing treat perfect for cooler weather, offering a harmonious balance of fall flavors and a caffeine kick.
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Total Time 20 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 2 people
Calories 368.8 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Blender A high-speed blender for smooth results
  • 1 Measuring Cups/Spoons For accurate ingredient portions
  • 1 Small Saucepan For dissolving sugar in coffee, or a microwave-safe mug
  • 2 Serving Glasses Chilled glasses are ideal

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 1/4 cup strong coffee
  • 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoons pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 3 cups coffee ice cream about 6 medium scoops
  • Garnish: 6 whole coffee beans optional

Instructions
 

  • Brew strong coffee and combine it with dark brown sugar in a small saucepan. Heat gently, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved. Transfer to a separate container and chill thoroughly in the refrigerator.
  • In a blender, combine the whole milk, pumpkin puree, ground cinnamon, ground cloves, and ground ginger.
  • Add the coffee ice cream to the blender.
  • Pour the thoroughly chilled coffee-sugar mixture into the blender with the other ingredients.
  • Blend on high speed until the milkshake is smooth and creamy. Be careful not to over-blend to maintain a thick texture.
  • Taste the milkshake and adjust spices or sweetness if desired.
  • Pour the finished milkshake into two serving glasses.
  • Garnish each serving with whole coffee beans, if using, for an aromatic touch.
  • Serve immediately to enjoy its optimal creamy texture and chilled temperature.

Notes

Ensure your coffee is strong and, crucially, completely chilled before blending; warm coffee will melt the ice cream too quickly, resulting in a thin, watery shake. Use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, which contains added sugars and spices. Adjust the spice levels to your preference, as ground cloves and ginger can be potent. For an extra rich texture, you can add a tablespoon of cream cheese. Taste before serving and adjust sweetness or spice if needed. Avoid over-blending to maintain a desirable thick, creamy consistency.