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Warm up with the ultimate fall treat: a creamy, homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte that’s easy, healthy, delicious, and budget-friendly. Enjoy!

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As the crisp autumn air sets in, there’s nothing quite as comforting as a warm, spiced pumpkin latte. But if you’re following a keto, sugar-free, or gluten-free lifestyle, finding a latte that fits your dietary needs can be a challenge. Enter this homemade DIY Pumpkin Spice Latte: a cozy, flavorful, and health-conscious take on the fall classic.

What is Pumpkin Spice Latte 

A DIY Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL) is a popular fall-inspired beverage made with espresso, steamed milk, and a blend of warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves, often sweetened and flavored with pumpkin puree or syrup, then topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin spice mix.

 Pumpkin Spice Latte at a Glance 

• Cuisine: American cuisine
• Primary Cooking Method: Stove Top  
• Dietary Info: Vegan and Non-Vegan 
• Key Favor: Warm, creamy with deep warm notes of cloves, cinnamon and ginger.
• Skill Level: Beginner  

Why You Will Love this DIY Pumpkin Spice Latte

• Gluten-Free: Every ingredient is naturally gluten-free, so you can sip worry-free.
• Budget-Friendly: Skip the expensive coffee shop lines and whip up this treat at home.
• Customizable: Adjust the sweetness, spice, or milk to suit your taste and dietary preferences.
• Rich Flavor: Packed with real pumpkin and warm spices, this latte tastes just like fall in a cup.
• Clean and Heathy: This DIY homemade recipe of pumpkin spice latte has no toxic or artificially sweetened syrups. 

 Ingredients of DIY Pumpkin Spice Latte 

Pumpkin Puree

Brewed Coffee

Whipped Cream

Pumpkin Spice Mix

Sugar

• Brewed Coffee or Espresso: Use your favorite blend for the base.
• Milk: Use regular milk, or unsweetened almond milk (or other non-dairy milk).
• Pumpkin Puree: Look for pure pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling.
• Sweetener: Add regular sugar, brown sugar, monk fruit sugar or honey to your taste.
• Pumpkin Pie Spice: Make your own homemade pumpkin spice, or just get a store-bought one. 
• Whipped Cream (optional): For a decadent topping, store bought whipped cream or make your own homemade whipped cream.

Possible Substitutions & Additions 

•  Instead of using pumpkin puree, use keto and toxins-free syrup  from Sinless Syrup.
• Add Vanilla extract for some extra flavor. 

How to make Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte

1. Brew Your Coffee: Start with strong coffee or espresso as your base.
2. Prepare the Pumpkin Mixture: In a small saucepan, combine 2 tablespoons of pumpkin puree (alternatively pumpkin syrup), 1 cup of milk (of your choice),  pumpkin spice mix.  Heat gently, whisking until smooth. 
3. Froth It Up: With a handheld battery frother, froth the milk, pumpkin puree up for 1 minute.
4. Spice It Up: Stir in ½ teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice for that warm, cozy flavor.
5. Combine: Pour the pumpkin mixture into your coffee and stir well.
6. Top and Enjoy: Add whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice, if desired.

Frequently Asked questions 

Can I use other non-dairy milks to make pumpkin spice latte?

Absolutely! Coconut milk or cashew milk are great alternatives, but they might add a slightly different flavor.

Is there a vegan version of pumpkin spice latte?

Yes, there is, as long as you use non-dairy milk and plant-based whipped cream to make you pumpkin spice latte. 

Where can I find keto pumpkin spice syrup?

Order online pumpkin spice syrup from Sinless Syrups.

More Warm Drinks:

• Sahlab 

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DIY Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe

Nermine Mansour

With this simple recipe, you can savor the flavors of fall while staying true to your health goals. This Pumpkin Spice Latte is proof that you don’t have to sacrifice taste for your lifestyle. Enjoy!

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Servings 2 people

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Equipment

• Handheld Frother
• Coffee machine

Ingredients

  

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• ▢ 2 cups warm milk
• ▢ 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
• ▢ ½ cup espresso coffee , the blend of your choice
• ▢ ½ teaspoon pumpkin spice mix
• ▢ sweetener of you choice , to your taste

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Instructions

 

• Brew Your Coffee: Start with 1/2 cup of strong coffee or espresso as your base.
• Prepare the Pumpkin-Milk Mixture: In a small saucepan, combine 2 tablespoons of pumpkin puree (alternatively pumpkin syrup), 2 cups of milk (of your choice), and 1/2 teaspoon of pumpkin spice mix.  Heat gently, whisking until smooth.
• Froth It Up: With a handheld battery frother, froth the milk, pumpkin puree up for 1 minute, or until it is frothy and foamy.
• Combine: Pour the pumpkin mixture into your coffee and stir well.
• Top and Enjoy: Add whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice, if desired.

Nermine's Notes

•  Instead of using pumpkin puree, use keto and sugarless syrup  from Sinless Syrup.
• Add vanilla extract for some extra flavor. 

 

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Keyword American recipes, fall drinks, warm drinks