Looking for a homemade pumpkin spice latte recipe that’s delicious, irresistible, and healthy? You’ve come to the right place! Starbucks certainly has won our hearts (and stomachs) over when it comes to the traditional PSL, but with 50g of sugar per cup – we’ve been on a mission to find a healthy alternative. We’re talking less sugar, less calories, but just as delish! So, if you’re PSL ready this Fall and on a health kick, keep reading for our amazing homemade pumpkin spice latte recipe (whipped cream, included)!

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How to Make the Best Pumpkin Spice Latte at Home

What’s Fall without a pumpkin spice latte? This season, opt out of the usual PSL and try DIYing it with your very own homemade pumpkin spice latte. Not to mention, it’ll save you a good amount of cash money too. 

Ingredients

Whole, natural, and pure ingredients are key here. We’re talking ingredients that you can recognize, understand, and that actually provide a nutritional benefit. Our guideline for portions are outlined below, but we highly recommend tweaking the recipe based on your own personal preference! (i.e. you may prefer your latte a bit sweeter, or a bit milkier, so playing around with ingredient amounts is a great way to customize your homemade pumpkin spice latte)

Latte Ingredients:

• coffee (1 cup)
• pumpkin puree (3 tbsp)
• milk of your choice – whole, almond, coconut, etc. (1 cup) [Note: If you’re looking for a richer taste, whole milk is a better way to go, but if you’re seeking a vegan option, you can’t go wrong with a non-dairy milk.]
• pumpkin spice (1/2 tsp)
• vanilla extract (1/2 tsp)
• nutmeg (1/4 tsp)
• cinnamon (1/4 tsp)
• sweetener of your choice – stevia, cane sugar, or maple syrup (1-2 tsp)

Whipped Cream Ingredients:

• canned coconut cream (1/4 cup)
• sweetener of your choice – stevia, cane sugar, or maple syrup (1-2 tsp)
• vanilla extract (1/8 tsp)
• A sprinkle of cinnamon

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[Pssst! Did you know this recipe is just one of many Fall pieces we’re sharing as part of our Fall Makeover Series? Be sure to check out our other Fall Makeover posts, like How to Get Your Home Cozy & Fall Ready for Cheap, and How to Give Yourself the Ultimate Fall Makeover – Hair, Make-up, and Style Tips!]

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Recipe Instructions

Latte Instructions:

1. Put the coffee, milk, and pumpkin puree into a pot over the stove on medium heat
2. Heat for 7-10 minutes and keep mixing until the puree is melted into the coffee and milk
3. Add all additional ingredients and mix together for a 2-3 minutes
4. Pour latte into a mug and let it cool down for a few minutes (Careful, it’ll be hot!)

Whipped Cream Instructions:

1. Mix coconut cream, vanilla extract and sweetener either in a blender or with a hand mixer, until a fluffy consistency is reached. This shouldn’t take more than a minute or so
2. Scoop the cream on top of the latte mug, and sprinkle a dash of cinnamon on top 

And there you have it! Seems like your version of the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte is a way better choice, right? 🙂