Get ready to savor the fall flavors with this delicious iced pumpkin spice latte recipe as delicious as my healthy hot pumpkin spice latte. The same as at Starbucks coffee but in a healthier version with almond milk, fresh pumpkin flavored with pumpkin pie spice and maple syrup, with a chantilly whipped cream topping.
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I'm a latte girl and always ready to try out new flavors! To tell you the truth, I easily drink 2-3 lattes a day, and this version of pumpkin iced latte is one of my favorites as summer draws to a close.
We've all known what Starbucks lattes are, and it's just impossible from a nutritional point of view (amount of sugar) and financially (too expensive) to satisfy my latte cravings.
So this recipe for homemade pumpkin spice latte is healthy, made with unsweetened almond milk, real pumpkin puree flavored with my pumpkin pie spice and sweetened with natural sugar from maple syrup.
Make it cold or as a hot pumpkin spice latte—it's your call on how you want to enjoy it!
Why you'll love this recipe
Craving for more Pumpkin recipes? Give these a try: Fresh Pumpkin pie, Pumpkin buttermilk muffins, Pumpkin streusel Bread, Pumpkin banana muffins
Ingredients You Need
You need these ingredients to make this homemade pumpkin spice latte recipe:
- Squash: Use squash or other pumpkins to make fresh pure pumpkin puree. You can use frozen or canned pumpkin puree to make pumpkin spice lattes in any season.
- Spices: A blend of homemade pumpkin pie spice mix the same use in the pumpkin pie filling, including ground cinnamon, ground ginger, ground cloves, ground nutmeg, and all spices.
- Sugar: A natural sugar like pure maple syrup or honey or another flavored sugar, such as brown sugar, coconut sugar, or cane sugar.
- Vanilla: To flavor the latte, use pure vanilla extract.
- Coffee: Preferably a strong brewed coffee espresso or filter-strong coffee. You can also make it with a cold brew.
- Milk: Depending on your preference, dairy milk like awhole milk or a vegetable drink like me with my unsweetened almond milk, coconut milk, soy milk or oat milk.
- Ice cubes: for the iced drink or to make a frappé version mixed in a food processor.
How To Make Iced Pumpkin Spiced Latte From Scratch
Here are some quick visual instructions. Don't forget that full recipe instructions with exact ingredients can be found in the recipe card below!
Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine pumpkin purée, shots of espresso, maple syrup, pumpkin spice blend, and vanilla extract.
Step 2: Fill a glass with ice cubes, then pour in the homemade pumpkin spice syrup mixture, followed by your milk.
Step 3: Add your homemade whipped cream topping on top of your spice latte, sprinkle with a little spice to decorate and enjoy!
Tips for this recipe
Storage Instructions
In the fridge: Homemade pumpkin puree can be stored for several days in a covered jar or in an airtight container in the fridge.
Freeze: You can freeze leftover pumpkin puree directly in small containers like an ice cube trays for quick thawing.
Variations & Substitutions
Recipe Questions
Can I use pumpkin pie spice instead of individual spices?
Yes, you can substitute pumpkin pie spice for individual spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Use about 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice for every ¼ teaspoon of individual spice.
Can I make this recipe without espresso?
Yes, if you don't have an espresso machine, you can use strong brewed coffee or even instant coffee as a substitute for espresso. Just make sure it's brewed to your desired strength for the best flavor.
Does iced pumpkin spice latte have coffee?
Yes, traditional iced pumpkin spice lattes contain espresso or coffee as one of the main ingredients for that caffeine kick.
Can I use pumpkin pie filling instead of fresh puree?
Yes, you can use canned pumpkin pie filling instead of fresh pumpkin puree. However, be mindful of the added sugar and spices in the canned filling, which may alter the pumpkin flavor and sweetness of your latte.
More Iced Latte Recipes
I hope you love this iced pumpkin latte. If you make it, be sure to leave a comment and a rating so I know how you liked it. Happy Baking!
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Iced Pumpkin spice latte
- Total Time: 3 minutes
- Yield: 1 glass
Description
How to make a delicious iced pumpkin spice latte at home as good as at Starbucks Coffee but healthier and less sweet (for a large glass)
Ingredients
- 1 Espresso - strong 60 ml
- 3 tbsp. Pumpkin puree
- 2 tsp. Maple syrup - or honey
- ½ tsp. Ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch of Ground ginger
- 1 pinch of Ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch of Ground cloves
- 1 tsp. Liquid vanilla
- 250 ml (1 cup) almond milk
- Ice cubes
Whipped cream
- 100 ml (½ cup) heavy cream
- ½ tsp powdered sugar
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the pumpkin purée with the pumpkin pie spices, vanilla extract and maple syrup.
- Add the black coffee and mix again, mixing if necessary to obtain a smooth texture.
- Leave to cool completely in the fridge.
- Fill a tall glass with ice cubes and add the spiced pumpkin puree mixture.
- Add the cold milk and stir with a spoon or straw.
- Using an electric mixer, whip the cold, full-fat heavy cream with the powdered sugar until smooth.
- Pour the whipped cream over the top of the latte, sprinkle with ground cinnamon and enjoy iced.
Notes
Storage: Pumpkin puree mix can be stored up to 4 days in the fridge in a jar with a lid, or in a small bottle.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Drink, latte
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 309
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 217.6 mg
- Fat: 22.4 g
- Carbohydrates: 22.9 g
- Protein: 4.1 g
- Cholesterol: 57.4 mg
THANK YOU for your recipe it was delicious, with pumpkin puree it's much better than with syrup.
Thank you very much and yes, it's much better. 😉