Description
A cozy and flavorful Pumpkin Spice Latte made with homemade vanilla simple syrup, puréed pumpkin, and steamed milk, perfect for a warming autumn treat with a hint of cinnamon and nutmeg.
Ingredients
Scale
Pumpkin Spice Latte
- 60ml espresso
- 2 tsp puréed pumpkin (from a can)
- 200ml milk
- Cinnamon or nutmeg, to sprinkle
- Cinnamon stick (optional, for garnish)
Simple Syrup
- 60ml water
- 30g caster sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Make the simple syrup: In a pot, combine the water, caster sugar, and vanilla extract. Bring to a boil and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved, then remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the espresso and syrup: Pour 25ml of the cooled simple syrup into a mug. Add approximately 60ml of freshly brewed espresso using an espresso machine or your preferred coffee method.
- Steam the pumpkin milk: Combine the puréed pumpkin with the 200ml of milk in a milk jug. Steam the mixture until hot and textured, using a milk frother or steam wand. Ensure the pumpkin purée is very smooth for the best texture.
- Assemble the latte: Pour the steamed pumpkin milk into the espresso and syrup mixture. Lightly sprinkle cinnamon or nutmeg on top for flavor. Garnish with a cinnamon stick across the rim of the glass. For an extra touch, you can singe the ends of the cinnamon stick with a kitchen blow torch if available.
Notes
- Use canned pumpkin purée for convenience and consistent flavor.
- Adjust the amount of simple syrup to your preferred sweetness level.
- If you don’t have an espresso machine, use strong brewed coffee as a substitute.
- Steaming the pumpkin with the milk enhances the creaminess and infuses the latte with pumpkin flavor.
- Singeing the cinnamon stick is optional but adds a nice aromatic touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 300ml)
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 70 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
