For those who to want save money and avoid expensive coffee shops. This is not only cheaper, but we think it tastes much better!
Pumpkin Spice Latte
(For two!)
1 level tablespoon pumpkin puree
1 cup milk (whole if you dare, or coconut milk!)
1/2 tablespoon light brown sugar (packed and leveled) *or coconut sugar *or honey or pure maple syrup to taste
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/8 tsp nutmeg (+ a pinch for dusting later)
1/8 tsp ground cloves
1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
2 cups strong coffee (You can also use a shot or two of espresso instead of coffee.)
4 tablespoons of your favorite creamer (or, better yet, heavy whipping cream!)
4 to 8 teaspoons of granulated sugar (or commensurate sweetener, as above)
Whipped cream
Directions:
In a blender puree the milk, pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, brown sugar and vanilla. Pour into a small saucepan and cook over low heat until the milk is warm and begins to froth slightly. (About 4-5 minutes.) Remove from heat.
For each serving: Pour 1/2 cup of the pumpkin mixture into your coffee mug. Add 2 generous tablespoons of creamer. Heat in the microwave or on stovetop till hot but not volcanic, then add 1 cup of brewed coffee. Add 2 to 4 teaspoons of sugar or sweetener of your choice (depending on how sweet you like your drink; I add about 3 tsps.) Top off with a touch more ‘pumpkin milk’ if needed to fill cup, then top with whipped cream and sprinkle with just a dash of nutmeg.
Serve immediately. Enjoy! It's autumn for such a short time -- get a jump on it and enjoy it as long as possible!
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