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    Home » Recipes

    Homemade Pumpkin Latte

    August 17, 2021 *Updated* September 13, 2022 / By: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy 121 Comments

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    Are you a latte lover? This Pumpkin Latte uses REAL pumpkin (not artificial syrup), and a homemade spice blend.

    Making a pumpkin spiced latte at home is really easy. No fancy equipment is needed.

    Use the rest of the puree to make these delicious Puff Pasty Pumpkin Rolls and Overnight Pumpkin Oats.

    Pumpkin latte recipe for fall.

    Don’t get me wrong, I am a Starbucks fan. Since I love lattes so much, I had to figure out how not to break the bank. This way I can save and enjoy delicious lattes anytime I want!

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    The perfect pairing with a pumpkin donut! Or maybe alongside a bowl of apple pudding.

    How do enjoy yours made? I always order NO whip, and hubby seems to like a triple shot.

    RECIPE and INSTRUCTIONS for making this pumpkin spice coffee can be found at the bottom of this post.

    With fall just around the corner, I am ready for all the pumpkin recipes. The soups, casseroles, and chilis. Of course, pumpkin pie is a must during the holidays. I bet you never thought of using pumpkin puree in coffee.

    This Pumpkin Coffee Recipe Needs:

    Very basic ingredients:

    • pumpkin puree
    • pumpkin spice
    • agave nectar
    • strong brewed coffee
    • milk
    • cinnamon sugar (for topping the foam)

    Artificial flavours will not cut it for me. This recipe uses canned pumpkin and homemade pumpkin spice. I use the recipe mix from Food Network, my favourite magazine of all!!

    I don’t have a fancy espresso machine, do you? I would LOVE one, but unfortunately, in order for that to happen, it has to come with a LARGER kitchen! So at this point, a new house is not in the budget. But don’t let that stop you from making lattes. It’s easier than you think.

    Pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice.

    How To Make The Best Homemade Pumpkin Latte

    All you need is strong coffee, hot milk and a handheld frother. I have been doing it this way for years. It works great. (Full instructions are in the recipe card below).

    To heat the milk you can use a pot on the stove, or even a microwave if you prefer. This (affiliate) handheld milk frother does an excellent job of creating lots of thick foam for topping your drinks.

    Frothy milk in a pot.

    Make some strong coffee, or if you have espresso use that. I have even used instant espresso and it works great. I know, you may think instant coffee sucks, but the espresso does a great job here.

    Feel free to use any type of milk you wish, I used 1%. Non-dairy options work too.

    Mix some canned pumpkin with the spice mix. I used some agave to sweeten, but go ahead and use honey or sugar if you like.

    Mix the pumpkin into the hot coffee (no it won’t be lumpy), add the hot milk, top with foam, sprinkle on some cinnamon sugar for topping, and there you have it.

    See, told you it was easy. Now if I could only figure out latte art.

    Mugs of coffee and pumpkin and seasonings on the side ready to put in the cups.

    You are probably wondering what you do with all the canned pumpkin that is left? Freeze it! Put enough in little freezer bags for a few lattes. Pull it out whenever you want to make a drink. Thaw under hot water, or pop it into the microwave for a few seconds (after you put it in a glass bowl, not the plastic bag).

    Substitutions/Variations

    Like with any great homemade recipe, you have room for making changes.

    • Milk – I used 1% dairy in this recipe. You can use full fat, skim or even dairy-free.
    • Pumpkin Puree – I used canned. Homemade puree would be great as well.
    • Sweetener – Agave nectar was my choice. Feel free to use honey, maple syrup, maple sugar or regular sugar. You may even choose to add no sweetener at all.
    • Spice Blend – I always have a batch of homemade pumpkin spice blend on hand. You can easily buy it as well.
    • Coffee – Any strong coffee will work in this DIY latte recipe. Instant espresso (affiliate) is super easy to work with. Got some extra cold brew around? Heat it up!
    • Toppings – Cinnamon sugar is a treat. Just plain cinnamon works. Nutmeg is another great choice. Maple sugar, vanilla sugar or raw sugar are great options.

    FAQ

    Pumpkin Lattes in mugs getting sprinkled with cinnamon sugar.
    What is pumpkin spice?

    Also known as pumpkin pie spice, it is a combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, ginger, and cloves.

    What is the best milk for making lattes with foam?

    Whole dairy milk works best. It seems to have the optimal balance of fat, protein, sugar and water. Perfect for thick creamy foam.
    Almond milk seems to be the top pick for a non-dairy version. Latte art may a little more difficult, but the foam is thick and sweet.
    Oat milk is another great choice. The foam disappears a little faster, but it is smooth and creamy and easy to work with.
    Soy milk makes a creamy, dense foam, but not great for latte art.

    Latte Recipes

    Now that you see how easy it is to make delicious lattes at home, here are a few more recipes you might like to try:

    • If you love cafe mocha, then this latte made with chocolate milk is just what you need on a cool day.
    • Switch things up with a holiday tea latte made with gingerbread tea and eggnog.
    • Rum and eggnog latte is our favourite of all. We love sipping this while trimming the tree.
    Foam on top of a fall latte.

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    DIY Pumpkin Spice Latte

    Pumpkin Spice Latte Without Syrup

    A delicious homemade pumpkin latte recipe made with pumpkin purree not flavoured syrup. No fancy equipment needed.
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    Course: Coffee Drink
    Cuisine: Canadian
    Keyword: homeade latte, pumpkin recipes
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 2 servings
    Calories: 109kcal
    Author: Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoons canned pumpkin
    • 1 teaspoons pumpkin spice
    • 1 ½ tablespoons agave nectar
    • 2 cups strong coffee
    • 1 cup milk ( I used 1%) (your choice, dairy or non-dairy, non fat to full fat)
    • cinnamon sugar for topping (optional)
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    Instructions

    • Place pumpkin in a small glass bowl. 
      2 tablespoons canned pumpkin
    • Add the pumpkin spice mix and agave. Mix well.
      1 teaspoons pumpkin spice, 1 ½ tablespoons agave nectar
    • Warm slightly in microwave to remove the chill (this way it won’t cool your coffee down too much).
    • Make your strong coffee. This is where you can experiment with your coffee to milk ratio. We prefer 2:1 (2 parts coffee 1 part milk)
      2 cups strong coffee
    • Heat the milk (either on the stove in a pot, or in the microwave).
      1 cup milk ( I used 1%)
    • Using a hand frother, froth the milk.
    • Put the coffee in a mug and add the pumpkin mixture. Stir well.
    • Add the heated milk and stir.
    • Top with the foam.
    • Add the cinnamon sugar topping.
      cinnamon sugar for topping

    Nutrition Information

    Calories: 109kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 59mg | Potassium: 331mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 2568IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 163mg | Iron: 1mg

    Notes

    Feel free to experiment with the coffee:milk ratio. Use any milk you choose. Sometimes the non-dairy does not froth as nicely.
    You can also use honey or sugar to sweeten. 
    Leftover pumpkin can be frozen for later use. Just put it in small plastic bags and thaw when needed.
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    1. Sandhya Ramakrishnan

      September 01, 2022 at 12:34 pm

      Pumpkin season is here! My son has been asking me to make pumpkin latte and I made some last evening. This was delicious!

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      • Gloria Duggan | Homemade & Yummy

        September 01, 2022 at 3:22 pm

        So glad you enjoyed this recipe for a homemade pumpkin latte. Our favourite as well.

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