Description
Enjoy a delicious Starbucks iced pumpkin spice latte copycat that’s perfect for fall. This cozy autumn drink blends pumpkin spice coffee flavors into an easy fall latte recipe. Perfect for enjoying the pumpkin spice aesthetic while sipping your coffee cup design inspired latte.
Ingredients
Scale
- ½ cup pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
- ½ cup sugar (brown sugar for deeper flavor or white sugar for classic sweetness)
- ½ cup water
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or a mix of cinnamon
- nutmeg
- ginger
- and cloves)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup milk (whole
- skim
- or non-dairy alternatives like oat or almond milk)
- 2 shots espresso (or ½ cup strong brewed coffee)
- 2–3 tablespoons pumpkin spice syrup (adjust to taste)
- Ice cubes
- Whipped cream (optional
- for topping)
- A sprinkle of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice for garnish
Instructions
- To make the pumpkin spice syrup, combine pumpkin purée, sugar, water, and pumpkin pie spice in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture comes to a simmer.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let the syrup cool completely.
- In a glass, add ice cubes, pour espresso or strong brewed coffee, milk, and 2–3 tablespoons of pumpkin spice syrup.
- Stir well to combine.
- Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Pair with pumpkin muffins or banana bread for a full fall breakfast experience
- Use a mason jar and reusable straw for a trendy presentation
- Add cinnamon sticks or caramel drizzle for a festive touch
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: ~220 kcal
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Protein: 4 g