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A Jack O Lantern-themed Starbucks fall drink featuring pumpkin spice flavor with a creative menu hack.

Jack O Lantern Starbucks Fall Pumpkin Spice Drink - Starbucks Menu Hack - Starbucks Coffee

A festive and delicious pumpkin spice drink inspired by Starbucks, perfect for fall!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Measuring spoons
  • mug or cup
  • Stove

Method
 

  1. Prepare your brewed coffee or espresso according to your preference (hot or iced). Set it aside.
  2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract.
  3. If desired, add a drop of orange food coloring or a bit more pumpkin puree to create a festive orange hue.
  4. Whisk the mixture continuously until it is hot and frothy, but do not let it boil.
  5. Pour the brewed coffee or espresso into a mug or a cup for iced coffee.
  6. Slowly pour the pumpkin spice milk mixture over the coffee, stirring gently to combine.
  7. Top with whipped cream, if desired, and sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice for garnish.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Jack O Lantern-inspired Fall Pumpkin Spice Drink!

Notes

You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup. For a vegan version, use a plant-based milk and skip the whipped cream.