Healthy Starbucks Dupe: Pumpkin Spice Latte

A homemade pumpkin spice latte in a clear glass mug topped with whipped cream and cinnamon on a rustic table

Healthy Starbucks Dupe: Pumpkin Spice Latte

This cozy pumpkin spice latte is a lighter homemade version of the coffeehouse favorite, made with real pumpkin puree and your choice of milk. It is easy to prepare and perfect for a warm, comforting drink any time of day.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

Servings: 1 servings

Course: Beverage

Cuisine: American

Calories: 95

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

1 cup unsweetened milk of choice dairy, almond, oat, or soy
1/2 cup strong brewed coffee or espresso or 1-2 shots espresso
2 tbsp pumpkin puree
1 tsp maple syrup or honey to taste
1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice plus more for topping
1/4 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp milk or pumpkin spice cold foam optional for topping
1 tbsp whipped coconut cream or light whipped cream optional for topping

Equipment

Small saucepan
Whisk
mug
milk frother or immersion blender

Method

In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, whisk together the milk, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla until hot and steaming, but not boiling.
Use a whisk, milk frother, or immersion blender to blend the mixture until smooth and slightly frothy.
Pour the coffee or espresso into a mug.
Add the heated pumpkin milk mixture to the mug and stir well to combine.
Top with a little extra milk foam or whipped cream, if using, and dust with a pinch of pumpkin pie spice.
Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

For a sweeter latte, add more maple syrup or honey to taste. Any milk works well here, and you can use coffee or espresso depending on how strong you like it. For a dairy-free topping, use whipped coconut cream.