Make your very own pumpkin spice latte at home! This easy and delicious pumpkin spice latte can be made on the stovetop. It's fresh, fragrant and spiced with your favourite seasonal flavours.
Skip the Starbucks queue and try making it yourself. You won't regret it!
Ingredients in a Pumpkin Spice Latte
The main flavours of a pumpkin spice latte comes from the pumpkin spice mix. I also add pumpkin puree for a true pumpkin flavour!
- Milk: use any milk or plant-based alternative that you enjoy.
- Pumpkin puree: did you know that the Starbucks pumpkin spice latte has real pumpkin in the syrup? This adds a great fall flavour but you can leave it out if you like.
- Brown sugar: gives your latte a delicious caramel-ish flavour. Replace with white sugar if needed.
- Pumpkin spice: the secret to a pumpkin spice latte! Outside of the US and Canada, you can find mixed spice which can be substituted. Or you can make your own homemade pumpkin spice mix to keep in the pantry!
- Vanilla: optional flavouring for a little extra sweetness. Use liquid extract or essence.
- Espresso: I make my espresso using pods but you can pour the espresso any way you like.
How do I make a pumpkin spice latte with brewed coffee?
You can replace the espresso shots with brewed coffee. Fill each glass with ¼ cup of hot, strong coffee then top with the hot milk mixture.
How to Make a Pumpkin Spice Latte
To make a pumpkin spice latte at home you will need:
- A medium saucepan
- A whisk
- Two large coffee cups
- A coffee machine / press / brewer
Step 1. Whisk together all of the ingredients except the espresso in a medium saucepan over low heat.
Step 2. Cook, whisking occasionally, until until very hot but not bubbling (it takes me about 3 minutes when using milk straight from the fridge). Turn off heat.
Step 3. Prepare your espresso shots or brewed coffee into two large coffee cups.
Step 4. Pour over the hot milk mixture. I transfer the hot milk mix from the saucepan into a jug to make pouring easier. Serve while hot and enjoy!
How to make an Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte
To turn your latte into an iced latte, you should:
- Let your hot milk mixture cool down for 10 minutes then transfer to a jug, cover, and refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Pour your espresso shot.
- Add lots of ice (larger cubes are better).
- Stir the cold milk mixture well then pour over the ice.
Even in summer, you can enjoy a refreshing iced pumpkin spice latte.
Can I Make a Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe Without Pumpkin?
Yes, you can leave out the pumpkin puree from this recipe. The pumpkin spice mix will give the drink a classic fall spiced flavour.
Top Tips for the Perfect Pumpkin Spice Latte
Strain the hot milk to get an ultra smooth latte
You can use a fine sieve to strain the hot milk mixture if you want a very smooth latte. Straining removes large or gritty bits of pumpkin spice or pumpkin puree.
Can I use pumpkin pie filling?
No. It is best to use unsweetened pumpkin puree. You can make pumpkin puree from scratch using my recipe here.
What is the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe?
Starbucks use pumpkin spice syrup to flavour their pumpkin spice latte. You can make your own pumpkin spice syrup with my recipe, which is great to have in the fridge over fall.
What's a good pumpkin spice substitute?
Outside of the US and Canada, you can find mixed spice which is very similar to pumpkin pie spice. You can also make your own homemade pumpkin pie spice mix with a few simple ingredients.
Pumpkin Spice Latte
Skip the queue at Starbucks and make your very own Pumpkin Spice Latte at home. Sweet, spicy and delicious!
Ingredients
- 2 cups (500 mL) milk
- 2 tablespoon (35 g) brown sugar
- 2 tablespoon (40 g) pumpkin puree
- ½ teaspoon (2 g) pumpkin spice
- ½ teaspoon (2 g) vanilla, optional
- 2 espresso shots (see notes for using brew coffee)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, add brown sugar, milk, pumpkin spice and pumpkin puree. Cook over medium heat, whisking occasionally, until very hot but not bubbling (about 3 minutes). Turn off heat.
- Prepare an espresso shot into a large coffee cup (at least 250 mL / 8.5 oz capacity). Carefully pour hot milk mixture over the espresso — I like to transfer the milk mixture into a jug first to make pouring easier.
- Repeat for the second latte. Top with whipped cream if desired and serve while hot.
Notes
Measurement
- Please note that my recipes are measured in metric cups and spoons which are larger than US cups and spoons. Most recipes will be fine if measured in US cups and spoons, but please use the weight (grams) measurement for the most accurate result.
Storage
- These lattes should be consumed immediately. They do not keep well.
Using hot brewed coffee
- Fill each glass with ¼ cup of hot, strong coffee then top with the hot milk mixture.
Other Substitutions & Tips
- To make iced lattes: pour espresso. Top with lots of ice then pour latter mixture over.
- Milk: use any plant-based milk substitute.
- Brown sugar: you can also use an equal amount of white sugar, however note that this will take longer to dissolve.
- Pumpkin spice: if you can't find pumpkin spice, you can use an equal amount of 'mixed spice' which is similar. You can also make pumpkin spice yourself using my recipe here.
Nutrition Information:
Serving Size: 1 latteAmount Per Serving: Calories: 218Total Fat: 8.8gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 95mgCarbohydrates: 26.5gFiber: -gSugar: 23gProtein: 9.1g
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