With fall just around the corner, pumpkin cravings are on the rise. But we've got you covered with a healthier version of the fan-favorite Pumpkin Spice Latte—made effortlessly in your own kitchen!
This homemade latte captures the essence of fall, taking you back to pumpkin patches, warm blankets, and the comforting aroma of freshly baked pies and apple orchards.
Customize Your Healthy Pumpkin Spice Latte
The beauty of this Pumpkin Spice Latte lies in its versatility. Whether you're a fan of hot or iced coffee, decaf or fully-loaded caffeine, this latte can be tailored to your liking. Elevate the experience by topping it off with whipped coconut cream and a sprinkle of homemade pumpkin spice!
Ingredients:
- 6-8 oz drip coffee or 2 shots espresso (I made mine with decaf!)
- 1 cup oat milk (Pacific foods vanilla is my go-to)
- 2 tbsp pumpkin puree
- 2 tbsp date syrup
- ¼ tsp pumpkin pie spice* (See our Ceylon cinnamon tip below)
Easy Recipe Instructions:
- Brew your choice of coffee.
- Blend the pumpkin puree, date syrup, and pumpkin pie spice in a blender (I used a NutriBullet!)
- Add blended mixture to a frother or use a hand held frother to froth your pumpkin milk
- Pour the frothy, spiced milk mixture into your coffee. Stir well and enjoy!
*Why You Should Opt for Ceylon Cinnamon in Your Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend
Many store-bought pumpkin pie spices include cassia cinnamon, but let me tell you why we want to use ceylon cinnamon instead. Cassia cinnamon is high in coumarin, a naturally occurring compound that could potentially harm your liver when consumed in large amounts. Ceylon cinnamon, on the other hand, contains little to no coumarin, making it a safer alternative. Therefore, I make a batch of my own pumpkin spice recipe to keep in the pantry! Here's my quick and easy Ceylon-based pumpkin pie spice recipe:
- 1 cup ceylon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup ginger
- 1 TBSP nutmeg
- 1/2 TBSP ground clove
- 1/2 TBSP cardamom
- 3/4 tsp allspice
It's that simple! Save this recipe for the future fall seasons and share with anyone who loves pumpkin as much as we do <3
Yours Truly,
