Are you a latte lover? This Real Pumpkin Latte Made Our Way uses REAL pumpkin (not artificial syrup), and homemade pumpkin spice.
Calling all latte lovers. Do you know how easy these are to make at home? 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 MONEY and enjoy delicious lattes anytime I want! The perfect pairing with a pumpkin donut!
WHAT DID YOU SAY?
Can you remember a time when Starbucks wasn’t in Canada? YES, it did exist. I know this REALLY dates me, but there was a time I had no idea what all these fancy coffee drinks were.
We were having dinner one night (long ago) in Toronto with a fellow from the USA. At the end of dinner, he ordered coffee (at least that is what I thought he was ordering). When the waitress appeared, he said something like “I will have a 1/2 caff, triple shot, no foam, extra hot, please”. I sat there for a moment, wondering what the heck he was talking about. My order was something like “coffee with cream, please”. I still remember turning to my husband and saying “Does she even understand that order?”.
OMG, how complicated can ordering coffee be? All of a sudden the simple cup of coffee just got a lot more interesting, and confusing at the same time. I was right, the waitress didn’t know what he was ordering. The manager finally figured out what he was talking about, and gave him his drink for free.
My quest to figure out this new world of “scientific sounding” drinks began. It has been a fun and delicious ride ever since.
HOW DO YOU LIKE YOUR LATTE?
If you are a latte lover, how do enjoy yours made? I always order NO whip, and hubby seems to like triple shot. How about flavours?
Pumpkin season is my favourite time of year. This Real Pumpkin Latte is so easy to make, and the flavour is so much better than the artificial stuff they use in the coffee shops. Once you give this a try, you will be making it all the time.
Over the years of latte testing, we have come up with a few winners for sure. Christmas is another season of deliciousness, and Rum & Eggnog Latte is a family favourite around here.
Nothing better on a cold winter night, curled up in front of the fire watching a movie.
If you love the outdoor winter activities, coming in from the cold to a nice Chocolate Milk Latte is the perfect way to warm you up.
NO FANCY EQUIPMENT NECESSARY
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.
All you need is strong coffee, hot milk and a hand held frother (check my link below). I have been doing it this way for years. It works great. To heat the milk you can use a pot on the stove, or even microwave it if you prefer. The frother does an EXCELLENT job in creating lots of thick foam for topping your drinks.
When it comes to pumpkin, 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!!
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 1/2 fat (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.
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).
Go ahead, have fun in the kitchen and make some awesome lattes at home. You can make them your way. Experiment with the coffee to milk ratio that works best for you. This Real Pumpkin Latte Made Our Way means 1/2 fat, no whip and SAVES MONEY!
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Real Pumpkin Latte Made Our Way (1/2 fat, no whip, SAVE MONEY)
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp canned pumpkin
- 1 tsp pumpkin spice
- 1 1/2 tbsp 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)
Instructions
- Place pumpkin in a small glass bowl.
- Add the pumpkin spice mix and agave. Mix well.
- 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)
- Heat the milk (either on the stove in a pot, or in the microwave).
- 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.
- ENJOY!!
Nutrition Information
Notes
Carol Borchardt
I really only drink coffee at home unless I’m traveling so I will be giving this a try! It looks and sounds amazing and what a great way to use up some canned pumpkin.
Homemade & Yummy
I always have some in the cupboard…just for this reason.
Christine
I’m like you – I love coffee without all the bells and whistles. But, this pumpkin spice latte looks great! Love all the flavors here. And those milk frothers are pretty awesome.
Homemade & Yummy
LOVE my frother.
Amelie
Wow, this is such an interesting idea! My husband and I love pumpkin, but I’ve never even thought of combining it with coffee and milk. One to try this weekend.
Homemade & Yummy
It works so well and beats the artificial syrup for sure.
Analida Braeger
I love an easy DIY coffee you can make at home! My daughter who lives in Hanoi introduced me to Vietnamese egg coffee and it sounds strange but it is frothy delight! The recipe is on my site. Thanks for sharing a great recipe!
Homemade & Yummy
It would not be FALL without these.
Swathi
Delicious latte without pumpkin latte october is not fun. I like the way you made skinny one with lot of froth and spices.
Homemade & Yummy
Yup….totally delicious and NO guilt either.
dixya @food, pleasure, and health
im all for the homemade version too!!!
Homemade & Yummy
Yes…this is a keeper for sure. Hope you give it a try.
Jocelyn (Grandbaby Cakes)
Pumpkin lattes are one of the reasons why I look forward to autumn!! Thanks for sharing!!!
Homemade & Yummy
Me too….it would not be the same without them.
Shelby
Pumpkin Spice is probably my favorite of lattes. Otherwise, I just drink them plain. 🙂
Homemade & Yummy
Hands down my favourite….but I do like several others. Glad I can make them at home.
Sarah @ Champagne Tastes
I had to cut out Starbucks to save money.. yikes its pricy! I usually make mine with just plain ol espresso and steamed milk, but I do love a DIY PSL!
Homemade & Yummy
You really need to give this version a try!!
Teri Stephens
This is fabulous! I don’t have a Starbuck’s within an hour of where I live, so this is divine. 🙂
Homemade & Yummy
YES….and so much cheaper too.
Jessica (swanky recipes)
I LIVE for fall, especially the pumpkin spice latte. I always look forward to getting one this time of year. This looks amazing. Now I need to make it into an iced pumpkin spice latte because it is way too hot here right now!
Homemade & Yummy
Well that would be a treat too.
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh
If you’re going to make a latte like this, only real pumpkin will do. So much tastier than the creamer way.
Homemade & Yummy
I totally agree…the REAL deal is the only way to go with this!!
Marisa Franca @ All Our Way
I just remembered!! Once we get back home I can make this — I have a milk frother. I totally forgot about it. Our kids got us an espresso machine that we could make a latte out of it. Well, it gave up but I bought a frother because I missed the latte. Ha!! I’ve already pinned your recipe so I can’t wait to make it. I love a pick-me-up in the afternoon. Psst!! Don’t tell anyone but that is against the Italian rules — no lattes in the pm. Can’t wait to try this.
Homemade & Yummy
HAHAH….when it comes to rules and food…in my opinion there are NONE!! Do/eat what makes you happy. As for the espresso machine…maybe one day. However, that does not stop me from enjoying delicious lattes at home ALL the time.
Catherine
There is nothing better than a homemade pumpkin latte…I know everyone in my house would love this!
Homemade & Yummy
We sure do, and no artificial flavours makes these even better.
Karyn Ryan
Oh I really like this recipe..real honest to goodness pumpkind spice..I love myou lattes so this is perfect
Homemade & Yummy
Hope you give this a try…so delicious.
Veena Azmanov
I’ve never has Pumpkin in my latte before..! I’m not a coffee drinker but this sure looks absolutely amazing. I love pumpkin spice. This will be a real treat.
Homemade & Yummy
Pumpkin season it my FAVOURITE of all.
Noel Lizotte
We drink so much coffee, we have to make our own at home or we’d go broke! LOL I even have a small capuccino machine in my office. (not a Keurig either.) Love this recipe! Guess what I’m making tomorrow!
Homemade & Yummy
ENJOY…and I totally understand how cost effective making these at home is.
Deepika
I love this recipe. The handheld frother is a life saver. It works so well. I use it every time when I make my coffee. Will try this recipe soon.
Homemade & Yummy
YES totally love it too…and so economical…however a nice espresso machine would work too.
Carmen
Ahh, the complicated drink orderer, I might be that person, haha. This latte sounds delicious! I am actually going to pull myself out of bed and try it out this morning.
Homemade & Yummy
ENJOY….I really need to make one today too.
Adriana Lopez Martin
Have never tried adding pumpkin to my latte but seems like a good idea. Your recipe looks good and the frothy milk is my favorite. Double foam for me please!
Homemade & Yummy
It works so well…and sooooo much better than artificial flavours.
Sandhya Ramakrishnan
I love this idea of using fresh pumpkin puree to make the pumpkin latte. I love the handheld frother over the fancy machines and I use them very often as well. I was always thinking that the pumpkin puree might be too lumpy. Thanks to you, now I know that they won’t be.
Homemade & Yummy
No, you don’t use that much of it…no lumps!!!
Lauren
Yum! Looks delicious. I could definitely use one of those right about now.
Homemade & Yummy
I was hoping to have one today myself too.
Emma @ Supper in the Suburbs
Home made pumpkin spice lattes are so much better!!!! This sounds delicious. Ideal for a cold October day!
Homemade & Yummy
Yes totally love the “no artificial” flavours in this delicious drink.
Padmajha PJ
I am wondering how this would taste as I have never mixed pumpkin puree with milk! I must make this to find out :).And I really liked your captions – no fancy equipment needed and the ‘save money’ thing! I love foam in coffee and I think I should get this frother.
Homemade & Yummy
It tastes AMAZING….not “lumpy” at all. YES….saves LOTS of money…and we have been using this frother for YEARS…it really works great. Hope you give this drink a try,
Sandi
I love the idea of making my own pumpkin lattes…they are perfect for fall!
Homemade & Yummy
And they are so much more delicious without all the artificial stuff too.
Rezel Kealoha
I love how you actually used pumpkin in the latte and not just the spices!
Homemade & Yummy
Yes…and it is sooooo good too.
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious
I love everything about this! It’s healthier, tastier, and cheaper!
Homemade & Yummy
YES on all accounts. Hope you enjoy it!!
Aish Das Padihari
Not a fan of pumpkin latte but your recipe looks like something I should try.
Homemade & Yummy
You can experiment with the coffee/milk ratio and find one that works for you.
Sam | Ahead of Thyme
I loveeee pumpkin spiced drinks this time of year. Your recipe looks delicious! Pinning this one for later.
Homemade & Yummy
ENJOY … we sure do!!
Helene D'Souza
I remembered now my days as a 15 year old learning from my Italian boss on how to make latte foam. Those were days I tell you! I am getting into autumn mood with your latte.
Homemade & Yummy
I would LOVE to master that pretty little technique for sure.
Namrata
Looks amazing. Im a huge fan of pumpkin spice. Bookmarking this recipe.
Homemade & Yummy
We LOVE LOVE LOVE this latte.
Jenni LeBaron
I like that this has no artificial syrup. A nice warm drink for a cold, blustery fall day!
Homemade & Yummy
Me too….this is the REAL deal!!
Ginny McMeans
Wow! This looks great. I need to try it with coconut cream instead of milk. It sounds delicious.
Homemade & Yummy
That certainly would work nicely.
Veena Azmanov
Oh that looks incredible! I am no coffee drinker but I love pumpkin spice . I might just make one to try this version. My husband will love this. Definitely going to make him one
Homemade & Yummy
Use less coffee and more milk….it will be great!!
mydeliciousmeals
Great idea for my midday coffee, I’ve just made pumpkin muffins and have some pumpkin puree left in the fridge. Pumpkin latte with pumpkin muffins… mmm… love this season 🙂
Homemade & Yummy
Sounds like a delicious plan to me.
Meymi-Pastry and Beyond
Looks great! I should try this pumpkin latte! You make it seem so easy.
Homemade & Yummy
Easy and delicious…that is the name of the game.
Mary
So great to be able to make one without all the artificial flavors! I’m so happy fall is here!
Homemade & Yummy
Yes I don’t like artificial flavours for anything.
Elaine @ Dishes Delish
I love pumpkin lattes. It’s such a delicious drink that satisfies, especially in the fall. Your recipe looks fabulous! Absolutely fabulous and I can’t wait to make it!
Homemade & Yummy
Hope you ENJOY these as much as we do.
Marisa Franca @ All Our Way
They have a language unto themselves! I go in there and I refuse to order in their lingo — I’ll say medium, small, large. Really they sound so affected. You know, La Di Dah Type. Now your recipe sounds great. I don’t usually order fancy drinks at Starbucks — we just order plain coffee. Now, this recipe I know I’ll make. It sounds just what I need.
Homemade & Yummy
HAHAH…you are so funny..and yes they do make things complicated.
Homemade & Yummy
Thanks so much for including my recipe in this collection. I will be sure to share via my social media.