Ingredients
Drink Base
- 8 ounces brewed coffee or 1-2 shots of espresso
Milk Mixture
- ½ cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 3 tablespoons canned pumpkin or homemade pumpkin puree
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup or sweetener of choice
- Sprinkle of cinnamon, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the Milk and Pumpkin: In a small saucepan or microwave-safe cup, whisk together the almond milk and pumpkin puree. Warm the mixture on the stovetop over medium heat or microwave for 30–45 seconds, heating until warm but not boiling.
- Mix in Flavors: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and maple syrup until well combined.
- Froth the Mixture: Use a handheld frother or blender to froth the milk mixture for about 30 seconds until it's light and foamy.
- Combine with Coffee: Pour the hot brewed coffee into a large mug. Slowly pour the foamy milk and pumpkin mixture on top, creating a layered effect.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle a dash of cinnamon on top for an extra touch of warmth and spice. Enjoy your healthy pumpkin spice latte immediately while warm.
Notes
- For a stronger coffee flavor, use espresso shots instead of brewed coffee.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup or using your preferred sweetener.
- For a vegan version, ensure the sweetener is plant-based and use almond milk as stated.
- Homemade pumpkin puree can be prepared by cooking and pureeing fresh pumpkin.
- Do not boil the milk mixture to prevent curdling and maintain smoothness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
