Learn how to make a creamy, flavorful homemade pumpkin spice latte with this easy steamed milk recipe. Perfect for fall mornings! Try it now and enjoy fall vibes at home!

Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe | Gathered In The Kitchen

Recipe Inspiration

I’m an October birthday so I think that I innately love Fall more than most! My whole world began on a sunny, yet chilly day in late October. Like Fall just gets me. We’re best friends!

Therefore, anything fall related is automatically a favorite of mine! And that is true for anything pumpkin!

Ingredients

pumpkin purée – there are many brands out there, but I’m a true fan of Libby’s Pure Pumpkin, I find that the purée has a nice flavor and isn’t too watery – something I’ve found with other brands, therefore compromises the end result
heavy whipping cream – when whipped, heavy cream holds its shape well, making it ideal for toppings. You can use whichever brand you prefer
maple syrup – a good, pure maple syrup is preferred…one made from maple trees and not high fructose corn syrup. While pure maple syrup does cost more, it is definitely worth it in the long run and overall taste
vanilla extract – another ingredient that has lots of variations. There is pure vanilla extract, baking vanilla extract and imitation vanilla extract. I personally prefer to use pure or baking vanilla extract in my recipes for a more true flavor
pumpkin pie spice – a blend of dried cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice and cloves

pumpkin chocolate chip muffins sitting on a plate next to a cup of coffee and faux white pumpkin | Gathered In The Kitchen

Cold Foam vs Latte Foam

The recipe I’m sharing for Pumpkin Spice Latte is actually the same as my Pumpkin Coffee Cold Foam Recipe. The main difference is the way you serve it.

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When I serve it as “Cold Foam”, I store it in my refrigerator for minimum a few hours before using it. When the heavy whipping cream is cold, it creates a thicker consistency and makes that deliciously thick top layer that floats on top of your coffee (hot or cold iced coffee).

When I serve it as “Latte Foam”, it’s warm steamed milk. I mix all of the ingredients right before I’m ready to whip it and created that foamy, frothy milk topping!

How To Make A Latte at Home

A latte is made up of espresso and double the amount of steamed milk. The best way to think of what espresso is = coffee brewed with just a little bit of water. Therefore, it has a very strong and bold taste. It is made by using an espresso machine.

In order to make an espresso a latte, you need to add steamed milk. The easiest way to make steamed milk is either on a high-end espresso machine (I have a Breville Oracle Touch) or a handheld steam wand. However, if you do not have any of these, you can heat up the milk in a saucepan or in a microwave safe dish until it’s warm and then blend it vigorously with a whisk or fork until it’s foamy and frothy.

My favorite latte ingredient ratios are about 3oz of espresso and 6oz of steamed milk. For easy to remember purposes, just double the amount of steamed milk you use compared to the espresso. Serve this pumpkin spice latte with my favorite pumpkin chocolate chip muffins!