Pumpkin Spice Latte with Homemade Pumpkin Syrup
Warm, cozy, and easy to make, this homemade PSL features real pumpkin, brown sugar, and fall spices for the perfect café-style latte at home.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Latte:
1 oz espresso
5 oz 2% milk (or whole milk)
½ cup whipped cream
Ground nutmeg (optional, for topping)
For the Pumpkin Spice Syrup:
2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 tablespoon brown sugar
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
1½ tablespoons water
1 dash ground cloves (optional)
Instructions
Make the Pumpkin Syrup:
In a small saucepan over high heat, combine pumpkin puree, brown sugar, water, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and ground cloves (if using).
Stir continuously until the mixture begins to bubble, about 1–2 minutes. Remove from heat.
Prepare the Latte:
Brew 1 oz of espresso using an espresso machine or Moka pot. Steam or heat milk until hot and frothy.
Assemble:
Pour espresso into a mug, then stir in 2 tablespoons of the homemade pumpkin syrup. Add additional sugar if desired.
Garnish:
Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground nutmeg. Drizzle with a few drops of pumpkin syrup for extra flavor. Serve warm.
Notes
The pumpkin syrup recipe makes approximately 3 tablespoons.
Store leftover syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Adjust sweetness to taste — add more brown sugar or vanilla for a sweeter syrup.
For a dairy-free version, substitute milk with oat, almond, or coconut milk and top with coconut whipped cream.
