Pumpkin Spice Latte
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Pumpkin Spice Latte
Description
The Pumpkin Spice Latte uses milk or a milk alternative gently warmed with pure pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice. Whisking these ingredients together forms a smooth and fragrant base. Adding hot espresso or brewed coffee provides a strong coffee flavor. Optional whipped cream on top adds richness, while an extra dusting of spice gives a final aromatic touch. The resulting latte is both creamy and mildly spiced.
The preparation involves warming the milk mixture without boiling, then combining it with hot coffee. This technique helps maintain a creamy texture and ensures the pumpkin flavor is well integrated. Serving immediately preserves the warmth and texture, making it a satisfying seasonal beverage.
Ingredients
- ½ C milk or non-dairy alternative, whole
- 2 tablespoon pumpkin puree pure
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or sweetener to taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice plus more for garnish
- 1 espresso or ¼ cup brewed hot coffee
- Whipped Cream optional
Instructions
- In a small saucepot, heat the milk and pumpkin puree over medium-low heat, until it is warmed through.
- Whisk in maple syrup/sweetener, vanilla extract and pumpkin pie spice.
- Remove from heat. Set aside.
- Prepare 1 shot of hot espresso or ¼ C hot coffee and pour into a mug.
- Next, pour the warmed milk-pumpkin mixture over the coffee.
- Add whipped cream and top with additional pumpkin pie spice.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 159 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 159kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 60mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 292mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 4948IU | 99% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 183mg | 18% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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