Creamy Pumpkin Spice Drinks Recipe

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

This creamy pumpkin spice latte is a delightful beverage that captures the essence of fall. Perfect for cozy gatherings or a comforting treat at home, this recipe combines rich espresso with the warm flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

With this pumpkin spice drinks recipe, you can easily whip up a delicious drink that rivals your favorite coffee shop version, all from the comfort of your kitchen.

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte

This pumpkin spice latte features a blend of espresso, steamed milk, and a homemade pumpkin spice syrup that adds a touch of sweetness and warmth. The recipe takes about 15 minutes to prepare and serves 2 people.

Ingredients

1 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
2 tablespoons sugar (or to taste)
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Whipped cream for topping
Additional pumpkin pie spice for garnish

Instructions

Make the Pumpkin Spice Syrup: In a small saucepan, combine pumpkin puree, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and 1/4 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Simmer for 5 minutes, then remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
Brew the Espresso: Prepare your espresso or strong coffee according to your preferred method.
Froth the Milk: In a separate saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until steaming but not boiling. Use a frother or whisk to create froth.
Combine: In a large mug, combine the brewed espresso with 2 tablespoons of the pumpkin spice syrup. Stir well.
Add Milk: Pour the frothed milk over the espresso mixture, holding back the foam with a spoon. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice.
Serve: Enjoy your homemade pumpkin spice latte warm, and feel free to adjust the sweetness and spice levels to your liking.