Make Your Own Starbucks Version of Pumpkin Spice Latte at Home
Make Your Own Starbucks Version of Pumpkin Spice Latte at Home
When the crisp air blows through your window, it is a good sign that fall is here. This also signals the need to have some delicious pumpkin spice latte! Since Starbucks is the go-to store for many for this delicious concoction, it begs the question, “How can I make one?”
Well, Starbucks was keen to share their recipe for this delightful fall beverage, which includes making your own pumpkin spice syrup. This syrup is going to be good enough for at least eight drinks. However, the recipe that you will find below is for a 12 oz pumpkin spice latte. The best part? You can store the excess syrup in your refrigerator for your next use!
Once you master this recipe, you can get some credit for being the source of pumpkin spice latte goodness on any occasion.
Making Your Own Pumpkin Spice Latte
We know you are eager to get your Pumpkin Spice Latte from the coffee shop. Why waste time falling in line and using your investment money for something you can make yourself? Just think of how much you can save when you make your own. On a good note, this recipe is easy to follow, too. You just need to get the following ingredients:
Ingredients for Pumpkin Spice Syrup
1 ½ cup of sugar
6 cinnamon sticks
1 teaspoon ground ginger
4 tablespoons of pumpkin puree
1 ½ cup of water
1 teaspoon ground cloves
2 teaspoons of ground nutmeg
Ingredients for Pumpkin Spice Latte
A cup of whole milk
3 tablespoons of homemade pumpkin spice syrup
1 pinch of pumpkin pie spice
1 oz of Starbucks Espresso Roast or just 1 shot of espresso
½ cup of whipped cream
To make your Homemade Pumpkin Spice Syrup, you will need to do these steps:
1.Get a saucepan and combine water and sugar in it. Bring the mixture to a simmer using medium-high heat.
2.Add the cinnamon sticks as well as ground cloves, nutmeg, ginger, and your pumpkin puree into the saucepan. Then let it simmer for an extra 20 minutes.
3.Remove the pan from the heat and strain it using a cheesecloth. A coffee filter or fine wire sieve can do the trick, too, if you don’t have a cheesecloth at home. The goal here is to remove any chunks that may have been left behind by your pumpkin puree.
Set aside your pumpkin spice syrup and get started on your pumpkin spice latte using these steps:
1.Heat and froth your milk using your preferred method. If you prefer an iced version, you can skip this step and just add the ice before you put the whipped cream.
2.Brew your espresso roast.
3.Pour the syrup that you had made into a mug, then add the hot espresso. Stir the two together until they are blended well.
4.Fill your mug with the frothed milk until it is ¾ full, then add the whipped cream on top.
5.Add some pumpkin pie spice on top and enjoy!
What’s great about making your own pumpkin spice latte at home is that you can do it any time you like. You don’t even have to step outside your home to enjoy this fall favorite, plus making it can also add some cheerful vibe into your space.
The next time you are craving a pumpkin spice latte, just review the ingredients listed here and get them from your local grocer. Your espresso roast should be enough for a few servings too, especially if you will get a large bag from Starbucks.