Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte
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4.9
Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte
Description
The Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte combines a specially prepared pumpkin spice syrup with bold espresso and frothy milk. The syrup is simmered with ground nutmeg, cinnamon sticks or ground cinnamon, fresh or ground ginger, sugar, and canned pumpkin, which layers in distinct autumn spices and natural pumpkin flavor. Once diluted into espresso and topped with warm frothed milk, the latte offers a smooth, creamy texture punctuated by warm seasonal spices. A final touch of whipped cream and ground nutmeg adds richness and aromatic spice.
This latte is prepared by simmering the spices to extract their flavors into water, then infusing the mixture with sugar and pumpkin to create a thick syrup. Adding this to freshly brewed espresso and carefully poured frothed milk results in a balanced drink that highlights pumpkin and spice notes without overpowering the coffee base. It can be enjoyed at home as a treat during cooler months or when craving a coffeehouse-style beverage.
Ingredients
Pumpkin Spice Syrup
- 2 1/2 cups water
- 1 tablespoon ground nutmeg
- 3 cinnamon sticks or 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 inch fresh ginger or 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 cup sugar
- 3 tablespoons pumpkin canned
Pumpkin Spice Latte
- 2 to 3 tablespoons pumpkin syrup
- 4 ounces espresso prepared
- 4 ounces milk warmed and frothed
- 2 tablespoons Whipped Cream
- 1 dash ground nutmeg
Instructions
- To make the pumpkin spice syrup, bring the water and spices to a boil in a medium saucepan. Reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Strain the water through a coffee filter to remove the spices. Discard the spices and return the water to the saucepan. Add the sugar and pumpkin, mix well, and simmer for another 10 minutes. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- To make the pumpkin spice latte, place 2 to 3 tablespoons of pumpkin spice syrup in a coffee cup. Then add the prepared espresso. Gently pour the frothed milk over the coffee and stir gently. Top with whipped cream and a dash of ground nutmeg.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 263 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 263kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 52g | 17% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 18mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 100mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 317mg | 7% |
| Sugar | 50g | 100% |
| Vitamin A | 245IU | 5% |
| Calcium | 128mg | 13% |
| Iron | 2.2mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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