Skip the line at Starbucks by making a PSL at home! And this vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte is made using real pumpkin, warming spices, cozy maple syrup and non-dairy milk. Watch me whip up this seasonal latte in my latest YouTube video + get my PSL tips!..
Serve with some Cinnamon Toast Muffins! (lovvve these.)
This is for cozy time. Like THIS..
9 PSL Tips:
1 * Creamy Milk. For the yummiest texture, use a rich and creamy vegan milk. My two faves for lattes are Ripple or a soy milk. You can read more about non-dairy milk options here.
2 * Whip it! Make your own coconut whip or use store-bought soy, coconut or rice whip.
3 * Pumpkin. For that pumpkin flavor, use real pumpkin puree, the unsweetened kind, not 'pumpkin pie mix.' And if you want to get really fancy.. Make a big batch of homemade pumpkin puree by baking a whole pumpkin (remove those seeds) and then scooping out the flesh and pureeing it in a high-speed blender.
4 * Spices. I like to use pumpkin pie spice. But cinnamon and/or nutmeg works great too.
5 * Coffee Free. Not into coffee? You can substitute with some black tea or simply omit the espresso and have a 'hot pumpkin mug.'
6 * More Goodies. Add some vegan caramel on top. Or sprinkle some vanilla bean flakes or a few drops of vanilla extract into the blender. For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne! Another tip: Add a pinch of sea salt to tone and brighten the sweet and warm flavors. I always do this if I am using an unsweetened noon-dairy milk, because sometimes they need a pinch of salt. (Teeny pinch!)
7 * To taste. This drink is easy to customize, just like at Starbucks. Add more or less sweetener, add more or less espresso or coffee. You can make it extra hot by warming the milk a bit longer or warming it just before sipping by popping it back in the microwave for a few seconds.
8 * Blend well! You do not want clumpy sips, so be sure to blend the pumpkin into the milk, very well, at a high speed, when the drink is hot. The heat helps to smooth things out.
9 * Make two! This drink tastes even better with one thing: a friend to sip and clink mugs with.
Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte
By Published 09/17/2014
Easily make a PSL drink at home with real pumpkin and spice flavors!
Ingredients
- 8oz non-dairy milk (try soy milk, or Ripple or another rich and creamy variety)
- 1-2oz espresso or 2-4oz strong coffee
- 1 heaping tablespoon pumpkin puree (unsweetened) -- or more to taste
- sweetener of choice to taste - I prefer maple syrup, though coconut sugar, agave or traditional organic sugar works well too
- a few pinches of nutmeg and cinnamon (or pumpkin pie spice blend)
- optional: coconut whip and caramel on top
Instructions
- Pour the soymilk into your serving mug. Microwave for 2-3 minutes or until very hot.
- Pour hot milk into blender and add the pumpkin, espresso, spices and sweetener. Blend from low to high until pumpkin is smooth.
- Pour this mixture back into the serving mug.
- (optional) Microwave for an additional 20-30 seconds to create a frothy top layer.
- Add vegan whip and/or caramel and spices and serve!
Yield: 1 servingPrep Time: 00 hrs. 05 mins. Total time: 5 mins. Tags: pumpkin,beverage,fall,latte,coffee,vegan
You may also love my HOT PUMPKIN MUG. Pure pumpkin swoon flavor. Coffee-free!
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Christine Marie says
This was awful. It was nothing at all like I expected. I was really disappointed. I am shocked at how many people have liked this. I am so sorry, but no. I used very good ingredients and no additional sweetener, spice, pumpkin, or coffee could have altered this in a way to make it palatable. I dumped it down the sink right after my daughter tasted it and made a face about how terrible it was.
Rachel says
Perfect, thank you!
Rachel says
Has anyone ever tried coconut milk (the beverage, not the canned) for lattes? While I do prefer soy milk for lattes, I know it's not the best health-wise.
Kathy Patalsky says
Coconut milk or coconut based milks are delicious for lattes. You can use light coconut milk or thin it out with water or coconut water if needed.
Hleigha says
Love this! And the kitty in the background at the end of the video! Meow! xx''xx
Jenna MacCaull says
Wow that sounds great! π how much tea would you use for the chai version?
Kathy Patalsky says
Maybe 6 ounces strongly brewed.. Depends how vegan milky you want it! π
Hitier says
Hi! Could you convert your recipe in grams please..
I really what to make it, it looks so tasty!
Thanks!
Kim says
I'm wondering if you think it would work to blend 3-4 servings of just the milk + pumpkin + sweeteners and spices and then pop it in the fridge to warm up in the mornings and add the coffee to? I don't have a microwave ...
Kathy Patalsky says
Probably but that will only keep a few days for freshness. π
Julia Ralston says
So yummie! Tried this, this morning, and wow, I love it. I love the fact that first its vegan, no animals harmed in the making of this product, and I can control the amount of pumpkin and the strength of my coffee. This morning I was feeling like a lot of pumpkin, so I put in 2 Tbsp, and made my coffee strong, so good. Thanks for posting, Kathy, you rock, girl.
Kathy Patalsky says
Oh great! That's super π
Adriana says
Hi Kathy! thank you for the Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe, itΒ΄s looks so delicius, I canΒ΄t wait more time for do it! π
Valentina Kenney says
What a yummy comforting drink. And who wouldn't love it served in that adorable mug!?
Julia Ralston says
I used to get the ones @ SB, with organic soy, but did you know that even the pumpkin spice flavoring has milk in it? I was not aware until one of the employees told me; why do you need to put milk in a flavoring? So no more SB, thanks Kathy for a great alternative. BTW love the kitty pic!
Trinity Ludwig says
Hi Kathy! Where is that mug from?? I MUST get it for a friend. Too fun.
Kathy Patalsky says
Natural life brand
Ceara @ Ceara's Kitchen says
This pumpkin spice latte sounds wonderful and I love love love your cute mug!
Natalie @ Feasting on Fruit says
I'm in love with pumpkin and this recipe and that mug!!!!
Heather McClees says
Kathy, there's no other recipes like your pumpkin recipes!:) Just love all these videos you've posted too! Now tell me please- WHERE did you get that adorable mug!?? <3
Nezumi says
I am hooked! I tried this recipe with soy/milk and coffee and also almond milk/chai tea and both are super yummy. That last trick to create a "mousse" by popping it in the microwave 30 sec is brilliant π
Emily K. says
What a perfect fall recipe? It looks lovely and I am hopeless at making coffee so this recipe is a winner. Thank you so much for posting it. Im going to make one right now! π
ami@naivecookcooks says
Gosh I love pumpkin spice latte and i assn looking forward to be able to make it at home. Money saved!!
Ami || NaiveCookCooks
Lisa @ Healthy Nibbles & Bits says
That mug is the cutest!!! Can't wait to try your pumpkin spice latte, too!
Bob says
Thank you! Real pumpkin and vegan, I tried this today at it blows the Starbucks PSL away!!
Kelly says
I have never had a Pumpkin Spice Latte...I don't know why! Yours is the most appetizing homemade version I've seen! I'll have to try it! Cute owl mug, too. π
Karen Hovie says
Love, love, love the video! I have already been making your PHENOMENAL PSL's, but I gained a lot of new tricks by watching the video! You have simplified my morning routine! Thank you, Kathy!
Nicole says
oh yes! I can not wait to make this!!
Leslie says
Wow! Just made this with almond milk and no whip. It's beyond amazing! Thanks for another great recipe Kathy!
Catherine Rios says
That looks amazing! I'm not into pumpkin, but my bf is obsessed with anything pumpkin. I will definitely make this for him π I love owl mugs!
BabyJune says
Eeee that looks awesome! I need to try this ASAP. Love the video too, so helpful and fun π
Ksenia of At the Immigrant's T says
YES! Finally, the end to my endless vegan pumpkin spiced latte cravings. I've been feeling so jealous, watching all of those people step out of Starbucks, their hands greedily clutching a Pumpkin Spiced Latte (TM, undoubtedly), a smug, superior expression on their faces. Now, I don't have to feel envious, and can rejoice in my very own vegan version.
Warm Vanilla Sugar says
Such a fun video! Also, this drink sounds perfect! Yum!
Nicole Baker says
Great idea!! Love love love. I manage a small town coffee shop and I'm going to have to bring in some canned pumpkin to make my own healthy PSL's! π Also, where did you get that adorable owl mug? I am owl obsessed. Great and beautiful post and video, as always!
Kathy Patalsky says
Natural Life brand π bought at a card shop in Santa Monica π