Easy Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water can reduce cost.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: whipped topping

Coconut cream is dairy-free, while whipped topping is often less expensive.

Heat a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.

Pour in 2 cups of milk (whole, 2%, or almond milk).

Add 2 tablespoons of sugar (or a sugar alternative).

Stir in 3 tablespoons of canned pumpkin (100% pure, not pumpkin pie filling).

Whisk the mixture and heat it through without letting it boil, stirring regularly for a few minutes.

Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon of pumpkin spice.

Pour in 1/2 cup of coffee (adjust to taste).

Pour the mixture into cups, ensuring even amounts for serving.

Top with whipped cream and optional toppings like cinnamon sugar or more pumpkin spice.

For iced coffee, chill the mixture in the fridge and serve over ice with whipped cream.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens