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Easy Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe

Easy Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe

Once chilly weather rolls around, you’ll be making this easy homemade pumpkin spice latte recipe on the regular. Coffee, pumpkin puree, milk, vanilla and spices of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and allspice combine into a hot beverage topped with whipped cream to create everyone’s favorite drink for fall – Pumpkin Spice Latte.

Cozy up with a mug of homemade pumpkin spice latte made in just minutes without the need for fancy equipment. That’s right – you don’t even need an espresso machine for this easy recipe.


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The goal here is simple: you have a craving for a PSL and you want it now. You don’t want to jump in your car, weave through slow-poke traffic, sit in a drive-through line, pay for an overpriced beverage, try to enjoy sipping it as you drive back home and walk in the door with a barely warm drink with whipped cream that has deflated into a white glob that’s rapidly sinking into the depths of the pumpkin-laced liquid. Appetizing, no?

So. The only way to win in this scenario is to make it yourself, save time, gas, money and enjoy the satisfaction of playing barista at home. Also? Tip yourself by piling on extra whipped cream. You know you want to.

Why I Love This Recipe

  • minimal ingredients
  • no special cooking skills or equipment needed
  • quick and easy
  • make it hot or cold

What You’ll Need

Milk – use dairy or dairy-free – your choice. I like to use whole milk for a richer taste.
Pumpkin Puree – make sure it’s puree and not pumpkin pie filling.
Maple Syrup or Vanilla Syrup – I’ve used both. Use whichever flavor you like best.
Vanilla Extract – for a little flavor.
Pumpkin Spice Seasoning – use your favorite brand/blend.
Hot Coffee – I use a strongly brewed coffee, but you can also use espresso shots for a more intense coffee flavor.
Whipped Cream – Use your favorite brand or homemade.

How To Make It

STEP 1: Over medium heat, whisk together milk, pumpkin puree and the maple syrup until heated through (not boiling), stirring continuously so that it doesn’t burn.
STEP 2: Remove from the heat and whisk in the vanilla extract and pumpkin spice blend until combined.
STEP 3: Add the hot hot coffee to the mixture and whisk until frothy. You can also use an immersion blender to add more froth, if desired.
STEP 4: Pour into your coffee mugs and top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of the pumpkin spice blend.
STEP 5: Take your first sip and relax into the autumn bliss known as pumpkin spice latte. Ah…

Variations

  • Milk – I love whole milk, but coconut milk, almond milk, cashew or oat milk also works. Each one gives the latte a slightly different flavor, so I suggest making this all during pumpkin season and trying the different milks to see which one(s) you prefer. Consider it your personal PSL research project. You’re welcome.
  • Sweetener – I love the maple syrup flavor, but you can also use sugar or your favorite sugar substitute, to taste
  • Coffee – I use strongly brewed coffee, but you can certainly use espresso. How you make the coffee is up to you. I’m a fan of the pour-over method, but French pressed works well for a strong brew, and even a classic drip coffee maker will do. If you have an espresso machine, you’re all set!
  • Whipped Cream – this is optional, but I’ve never met anyone who turned down a squirt of this white fluff on top of their PSL! Use the aerosol canned version for ease of delivery or you can certainly whip up a homemade batch of your own and dollop a spoonful on top.

Can I Make A Large Batch?

Sure! This recipe is easily multiplied (this recipe makes 2 servings) so just do a little math and double for 4 servings, triple for 6 servings, etc.

How Do I Make Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend?

If you don’t have pumpkin pie spice blend on hand or prefer to make your own, you need the following 4 ground spices:

  • 2 Tablespoons of ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons of ground nutmeg
  • 2 teaspoons of ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cloves

This recipe makes about 1/3 of a cup of pumpkin spice blend. Be sure and put your homemade pumpkin spice blend in a glass spice jar like this one to keep it fresh all through PSL season.

Can I Make This Into An Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte?

Sure! A super simple way is to add all the ingredients into a large mason jar, screw the lid on and shake vigorously to blend it. Pour it over a tall glass that’s filled with ice. Whipped cream on top? You decide!

Another way is to use a high speed blender filled with all the ingredients (except for ice) and blend to combine. Pour it over a tall glass that’s filled with ice and enjoy.

You may also enjoy this Pumpkin Digital Recipe Card Bundle. Beautiful and colorful pumpkin recipes are available as digital downloads, sized in 4 x 6, for easy printing on your end. Five recipes are included in this downloadable PDF bundle. Each recipe is contained on one page. Learn more here.

Other Pumpkin Recipes And Ideas

Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats
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Easy Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe
 
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Cozy up with a mug of homemade pumpkin spice latte made in just minutes without the need for fancy equipment. That's right - you don't even need an espresso machine for this easy recipe.
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Recipe type: Beverage
Cuisine: Beverage
Serves: 2
Ingredients
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup or vanilla syrup
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
  • ½ teaspoon pumpkin spice seasoning
  • ½ cup hot coffee
Instructions
  1. STEP 1: Over medium heat, whisk together milk, pumpkin puree and the maple syrup until heated through (not boiling), stirring continuously so that it doesn't burn.
  2. STEP 2: Remove from the heat and whisk in the vanilla extract and pumpkin spice blend until combined.
  3. STEP 3: Add the hot hot coffee to the mixture and whisk until frothy. You can also use an immersion blender to add more froth, if desired.
  4. STEP 4: Pour into your coffee mugs and top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of the pumpkin spice blend.

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Beverages, Products, Recipes

Holiday Moscow Mule Digital Recipe Cards

Holiday Moscow Mule Digital And Printable Recipe Cards

If you’re a fan of Moscow Mule cocktails, you may enjoy this Digital Recipe Card Bundle featuring holiday recipes.

Five beautiful and colorful mule recipes are available as digital downloads, sized in 4 x 6, for easy printing on your end.

Five recipes are included in this downloadable PDF bundle. Each recipe is contained on one page.

What Recipes Are Included?

  • Apple Cider Mule
  • Pumpkin Spice Mule
  • Peppermint Mule
  • Spiced Pear Mule
  • Cranberry Mule

How Do I Use These Printables?

  • Use them as stand-alone recipe cards that you print on card stock for your physical file
  • Use them as artwork that you can either frame or set out during the holidays
  • Use them as table decor during holiday parties on your beverage table

How Do I Purchase These Moscow Mule Recipe Printables?

You can purchase this downloadable PDF file right here.

Note: These are for personal use only and are not to be resold. As these are downloadable files, no refunds are given. 

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Breakfast, Recipes

Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats

Creamy, thick and full of cozy spices, these Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats are the perfect breakfast option for autumn mornings and beyond. These protein-packed oats take just minutes to assemble and are a nutritious way to start your day or have as an afternoon snack.

Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats

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Full of oats, pumpkin puree, milk, pecans, and sweetened with pure maple syrup, these overnight oats are deliciously spiced with a blend of ground cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice and cloves, also known as pumpkin pie spice blend. They taste like pumpkin pie, except in a jar!

Before digging in to enjoy these scrumptious oats, add another smattering of chopped pecans to the top for an extra helping of nuttiness and protein. And if you’re really feeling all the fall season feels, add a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla yogurt on top, too.

This recipe makes a serving for one, but it’s easily doubled or tripled if you want to meal prep for the week or if you have others in the family who also love pumpkin overnight oats!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • It takes just minutes to assemble
  • It’s a grab-and-go breakfast or snack option
  • It protein-packed with healthy ingredients
  • It’s a versatile recipe so you can swap out ingredients to make it vegan and/or gluten-free
  • It’s ridiculously delicious

What Are Overnight Oats?

If you love oatmeal but don’t love having to spend time standing over the stove making sure that it doesn’t bubbly over into a sticky and globby mess, then assembling the oatmeal ingredients and letting them bloom overnight in the fridge is the way to go – no stovetop needed!

The dry oats soften overnight with the liquid you use, making them deliciously edible. The best part about overnight oats is all the amazing flavors you can add that are also infused as the oats soak up the liquid and become thick and creamy. Here, I add pumpkin puree and spices, along with chopped nuts. They all work together to create a flavorful oatmeal breakfast with hardly any work on my part. Win-win!

Ingredient Notes

Whole Milk or Unsweetened Almond Milk – I love the richness of whole milk but I’ve also used almond milk with delicious results, even though it’s not a fatty liquid. Almost any liquid with some fat in it will work, including canned coconut milk. I tend to revert to whole milk, though.

Old Fashioned Oats – Avoid the quick-cooking oats if possible. I’ve also used gluten-free oats with tasty results.

Pumpkin Puree – From a can or homemade, this is the ingredient that makes these overnight oats an autumn delight!

Sweetener – Maple syrup or Swerve brown sugar substitute. I try to stay away from refined sugar, so I love a dollop of maple syrup. A great Keto sub is the Swerve brown sugar sub which has a similar texture as regular brown sugar.

Pumpkin Spice – A store bought blend is fine or use your own homemade version to add the classic pumpkin pie flavor.

Vanilla Extract – for the perfect cozy flavor that amps up everything.

Pecans – A smattering of chopped pecans in the oats as well as on the top is a crunchy garnish that adds the final taste profile of an autumn-inspired pumpkin pie.

How To Make Pumpkin Overnight Oats

  1. Add ingredients to a sealable container or jar. I like to use mason jars. I add them in this order: milk, oats, pumpkin puree, sweetener, vanilla extract, spices and nuts.
  2. Mix well by stirring with a spoon.
  3. Seal your jar or container and place in the refrigerator overnight, or for at least 4 hours.
  4. Enjoy these pumpkin pie overnight oats cold or warmed up with a little whipped cream, pumpkin spice, and more pecans for garnish.

What Type Of Oats Should I Use?

For overnight oats, old-fashioned rolled oats perform the best. Quick oats and steel-cut oats won’t give you the same texture or work as well with this method. If you need to use gluten-free oats, just make sure they’re gluten-free rolled oats, like these.

How And In What Do I Store The Oats?

I like to use mason jars because they have a tight-fitting lid and are portable. Plus, they’ll fit nicely in my refrigerator, lined on a shelf, or on the inside door pocket if I’m meal prepping more than one for the week.

Can you make them in a bowl? Absolutely! Just be sure to cover it well with a lid, if it has one, or plastic wrap.

How to Add Protein

While these pumpkin pie overnight oats are full of protein already, if you’re looking to add even more,  you can always add a scoop of your favorite protein powder to them. If you do, you may need to increase the milk.

If you’re looking for more natural protein ingredients not in powdered form, a dollop of yogurt is always a great addition.

Since this is a pumpkin-based recipe, you can always add pumpkin seeds along with the pecans.

Check out my post on Natural Ingredients That Add Protein To Smoothies for more ideas and how much protein these natural ingredients have.

How Long Will Overnight Oats Last In The Fridge?

Your jar or bowl of overnight oats will last up to 4 days in the fridge, making it great for meal planning your breakfasts. Repeat the process about mid-week (remember, these overnight oats take just minutes to assemble) and you’ll have a week’s worth of breakfast oats ready to enjoy.

How To Serve Overnight Oats

Cold: My go-to way to enjoy overnight oats is to eat them cold, straight from the refrigerator.

Warm: However, if I’m not pressed for time, I’ll actually dump them out into a small saucepan, add a splash more milk (not too much!) and heat them on low on the stovetop. This turns it into a cozy and leisurely breakfast that’s perfect with a cup of coffee. What could be better?

You may also enjoy this Pumpkin Digital Recipe Card Bundle. Beautiful and colorful pumpkin recipes are available as digital downloads, sized in 4 x 6, for easy printing on your end. Five recipes are included in this downloadable PDF bundle. Each recipe is contained on one page. Learn more here.

You May Also Like

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Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats
 
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Prep time
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Creamy, thick and full of cozy spices, these Pumpkin Pie Overnight Oats are the perfect breakfast option for autumn mornings and beyond. These protein-packed oats take just minutes to assemble and are a nutritious way to start your day or have as an afternoon snack.
Author:
Recipe type: Breakfast
Cuisine: Breakfast
Serves: 1
Ingredients
  • ½ cup whole milk or unsweetened almond milk
  • ½ cup old fashioned oats
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin puree
  • 2 tsp brown sugar or Swerve brown sugar substitute
  • ½ tsp pumpkin spice
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbs pecans, chopped
Instructions
  1. Add ingredients to a sealable container or jar. I add them in this order: milk, oats, pumpkin puree, sweetener, vanilla extract, spices and nuts.

  2. Mix well by stirring with a spoon.

  3. Seal your jar or container and place in the refrigerator overnight ( or for at least 4 hours).

  4. Enjoy these pumpkin pie overnight oats cold or warmed up with a little whipped cream, pumpkin spice, and more pecans for garnish.

 

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