Pumpkin Spice Latte
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Pumpkin Spice Latte
Description
The Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe starts with a syrup made by combining water, date sugar, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and a blend of traditional pumpkin pie spices including cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. This mixture is boiled and then simmered gently until slightly thickened, allowing the flavors to meld. The syrup serves as the base for the latte, which is prepared by mixing it into a shot of hot espresso and topping with steamed skimmed milk. The result is a smooth, mildly sweet coffee drink with pumpkin and spice notes throughout.
The syrup provides the key flavor components, with the pumpkin puree lending body and a subtle earthiness, while the combination of warm spices adds complexity. The espresso balances the sweetness with its distinctive bitter and robust profile, and the milk softens the texture to a creamy finish. This latte is ideal for those who enjoy spiced coffee beverages and want to avoid artificial syrups.
The recipe allows for preparation of larger syrup batches to keep on hand for quick use. The use of skimmed milk keeps the drink lighter but can be substituted with plant-based milks for dietary preferences. Adjusting the sweetness is possible by varying the amount of syrup or adding maple syrup. Adding cocoa powder can transform this into a mocha variant for chocolate lovers.
Ingredients
To make the syrup
- 500 ml water
- 125 g date sugar
- 80 g pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon cloves ground
To make the PSL:
- 3 tablespoon pumpkin spice syrup
- 1 hots espresso
- 350 ml skimmed milk
Instructions
To make the syrup
- Put 500 ml Water, 125 g Date sugar, 80 g Pumpkin puree, 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon Cinnamon, 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger, 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg and 0.25 teaspoon Ground cloves into a mixing bowl.
- Mix well. Put in a pan and bring to the boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes. Take off the heat and let sit for 10 to 15 minutes until thickened a little.
To make the PSL
- Add 1 shots Espresso to a cup and stir in 3 tablespoon Pumpkin spice syrup.
- Stir in 350 ml Skimmed milk (steamed).
Notes
- Make and refrigerate the syrup in batches; it keeps well for a couple of weeks.
- For a vegan version, substitute skimmed milk with almond, oat, or cashew milk, and optionally top with soy cream or omit the cream.
- If pumpkin puree is unavailable locally, it can be bought online from suppliers such as Amazon.
- Sweetness can be adjusted by adding maple syrup to taste.
- Adding cocoa powder to the syrup creates a mocha variation of the latte.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1latte
Amount Per Serving
Calories 155 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1latte | |
| Calories | 155kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 13g | 26% |
| Fat | 0.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 155mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 697mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 25g | 50% |
| Vitamin A | 1440IU | 29% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 481mg | 48% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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