How to make a pumpkin spice latte at home without an espresso machine

Make a creamy pumpkin spice latte on the stove with real pumpkin puree, warm spices and strong coffee. It suits anyone who wants a café-style fall drink without fancy equipment. You only need a saucepan, a whisk and a few pantry staples.

The Coziest Pumpkin Spice Latte You’ll Ever Make | Easy & Satisfying, by Mimi Meals on YouTube. 2 min 41 s.

Video length
2 min 41 s
Time to do it
15 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Steps
7

What you need

Steps

  1. Pour 2 cups of milk into a small saucepan and warm it over medium-low heat for about 3 minutes. Keep it steaming but do not let it boil.

  2. Add 2 tbsp pumpkin puree, 1 to 2 tbsp sugar and 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice. Whisk constantly for 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture is smooth and hot.

  3. Stir in 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, then taste and add more sugar or spice if you like.

  4. Brew 2 shots of espresso or 1/2 cup of very strong coffee while the milk warms.

  5. Divide the coffee between two mugs, filling each about halfway.

  6. Pour the warm pumpkin milk over the coffee and stir gently to combine.

  7. Top each mug with whipped cream and a light dusting of pumpkin pie spice, then serve right away.

Tips and common mistakes

Use plain pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, which is already sweetened and spiced.

Whisk the milk often so the pumpkin does not settle or scorch on the bottom of the pan.

Whole milk gives the creamiest result, but oat milk works well if you want it dairy free.

Add the spice a little at a time and taste as you go, since spice blends vary in strength.

Questions

Can I make this without an espresso machine?

Yes. Use 1/2 cup of strong brewed coffee or a couple of shots from a moka pot instead of espresso.

Can I use canned pumpkin pie filling?

No. Pie filling contains sugar and spices, so the drink will turn out too sweet. Look for a can that says 100 percent pumpkin.

Can I make it iced?

Yes. Let the pumpkin milk cool, then pour it over ice and cold coffee in a tall glass.

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