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Creamy Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe with Brown Sugar Syrup Easy and Perfect

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A creamy, cozy pumpkin spice latte made with homemade brown sugar syrup and fresh pumpkin puree, perfect for fall mornings and easy to customize.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon (for syrup)
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup espresso or strong brewed coffee (about 240 ml)
  • 1 cup milk (whole milk recommended; almond or oat milk for dairy-free)
  • 2 tbsp pumpkin puree (fresh or canned)
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (for latte)
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • A pinch of ground cloves
  • A pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Make the Brown Sugar Syrup: Combine 1 cup brown sugar and 1 cup water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract. Let it simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.
  2. Prepare the Coffee: Brew 1 cup (240 ml) of espresso or strong coffee. Pour into your favorite heatproof mug or glass.
  3. Mix Pumpkin and Spices: In a separate bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Heat and Froth Milk: Pour 1 cup (240 ml) milk into a small saucepan and warm over medium heat until hot but not boiling (about 3-4 minutes). Whisk vigorously or use a frother until frothy and creamy.
  5. Combine Pumpkin Mixture and Milk: Stir the pumpkin-spice mixture into the warm milk until fully incorporated and smooth.
  6. Assemble the Latte: Pour 2-3 tablespoons of the brown sugar syrup into the coffee. Stir gently. Then slowly add the pumpkin-spiced milk, holding back the foam with a spoon and topping the latte with the froth last.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg on top, if desired. Sip immediately and enjoy.

Notes

[‘Use fresh spices for best flavor.’, ‘Control sweetness by adjusting brown sugar syrup amount.’, ‘Whole milk froths richer and creamier; oat milk is a good dairy-free alternative.’, ‘Do not overheat milk; keep under 150°F (65°C) to avoid scalding.’, ‘Let brown sugar syrup cool before mixing to preserve milk texture.’, ‘If no frother, shake milk vigorously in a jar or whisk rapidly by hand.’]

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