Description
A quick and easy recipe for a refreshing iced pumpkin spice latte, perfect for fall.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 shots (1/2 cup / 120 ml) espresso, brewed
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk, any kind (whole, almond, or oat milk suggested)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) pumpkin purée (100% pure pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling)
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) vanilla extract
- Ice, as needed
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 ml) pumpkin pie spice (blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger)
- Pinch of sea salt
- Optional: whipped cream, for topping
- Optional: extra pumpkin pie spice, for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Blend Ingredients Together
- Step 2: Taste and Adjust
- Step 3: Serve Over Ice
- Step 4: Add Garnish and Enjoy
Notes
- Room Temperature: Store the latte in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 day. Stir well before serving over ice.
- Refrigeration: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Shake or stir thoroughly before pouring over ice.
- Freezing: Freeze the latte in a freezer-safe container for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and stir before serving.
- To increase coffee strength and flavor, add one additional shot of espresso or 1 ounce (30 ml) of brewed coffee.
- For a frothier texture, pulse the blender for about 30 seconds.
- If the latte tastes too watery, reduce the number of ice cubes or chill the serving glass for 10 minutes before pouring.
- For a creamier texture, substitute 1 cup (240 ml) of milk with 3/4 cup (180 ml) milk and 1/4 cup (60 ml) heavy cream.
- If more sweetness is preferred, add 1 teaspoon (5 ml) of maple syrup after tasting, blending as needed.
- Serve alongside almond biscotti or gluten-free pumpkin muffins. Other suitable accompaniments include carrot sticks or fresh fruit salad.
- Substitute whole milk with plant-based milks such as almond or oat milk to cater to dietary preferences.
- Replace regular milk with a mix of milk and heavy cream (3/4 cup milk plus 1/4 cup heavy cream) for enhanced richness.
- Use 100% pure pumpkin purée for authentic flavor and creamy texture; avoid pumpkin pie filling which contains additives.
- Fresh pumpkin pie spice blends (cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger) can be homemade or store-bought.
- Choose your favorite brewed coffee or espresso brand. Cold brew is also suitable if it is strong enough to balance the spices.
- Maple syrup is recommended for natural sweetness; granulated sugar can be used but start with a small amount and adjust to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Not provided
- Sugar: Not provided
- Sodium: Not provided
- Fat: Not provided
- Saturated Fat: Not provided
- Unsaturated Fat: Not provided
- Trans Fat: Not provided
- Carbohydrates: Not provided
- Fiber: Not provided
- Protein: Not provided
- Cholesterol: Not provided