Skip Starbucks and make this healthy homemade pumpkin spice latte made with almond milk at home. It’s easy to make, vegan and delicious!Ā
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SEE HOW TO MAKE THIS HEALTHY PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE:
Probably not.
If you like the thought of a Pumpkin Spice Latte from Starbucks but would rather skip the extra calories and sugar, you are going to LOVEĀ the homemade version I’m featuring today. It’s crazy to me that even the smallest size (a tall) non-fat, no whip PSL from Starbucks has 200 calories and 37 grams of sugar! The sugary syrup is the culprit. It contains sugar, condensed nonfat milk, sweet condensed nonfat milk and a few other ingredients including coloring and artificial flavors. It’s also good to know this incase you are vegan considering even if you order a soy latte without the whipped cream, it’s not vegan since the syrup has dairy.
I’m all about keeping my food/beverages as natural as possible, which is why I love this homemade pumpkin spice latte. YouĀ can have a pumpkin spice latteĀ any day of the week (and feel good about it) because it containsĀ all natural ingredients, no added sugar and a low amount of calories. The best part = it doesn’t cost $4.00 a pop. š
I used cold-brewĀ Pumpkin Spice coffee from Fresh Market, which tasted divine, but you can certainly use any flavor coffee you love. And then the magic happens! I used to have aĀ mini frotherĀ that does such a good job at making foamy milk without a milk steamer but I now own a Breville Milk Frother. It’s more expensive butĀ it’s way better. I highly recommend it.
Grab a cute mug like this monogram mug from Anthropologie and drink up!
You might find some pumpkin pulp at the bottom of your glass and that’s totally normal. Starbucks would have it too — if they were using natural ingredients and not syrup.
If you make this healthy homemade pumpkin spice latte be sure to leave a comment and star rating below letting us know how it turned out. Your feedback is so helpful for the EBF team and our readers!
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Skip Starbucks and make this healthy homemade pumpkin spice latte made with almond milk at home. It’s easy to make, vegan and delicious!
Ingredients
- 8 ounces brewed coffee (or 1–2 shots of espresso)
- 1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 3 Tablespoons pumpkin puree
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup (or sweetener of choice)
- sprinkle of cinnamon
Instructions
- With a handheld frother or blender:Ā In a cup or sauce pan, mix together almond milk and pumpkin. Cook on medium heat on the stove top or microwave for 30-45 seconds. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, spices and sweetener, place in a cup and use a frother to foam the milk. You can also use a blender — just process for 30 seconds or until foamy. Pour coffee into a large mug, add the foamy milk mixture on top. Sprinkle with cinnamon and enjoy!
- With Breville milk frother:Ā add the pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla and maple syrup to your hot coffee. Froth cold almond milk in the Breville milk frother and pour over coffee. Sprinkle with cinnamon and enjoy!
Notes
- Feel free to use your favorite sweetener here. Stevia works great if you’re looking for a sugar-free option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latte
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 17 g
- Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
Keywords: pumpkin spice latte, healthy pumpkin spice latte, homemade pumpkin spice latte, vegan pumpkin spice latte
Nikki says
October 10, 2012 at 8:37 amYou’ve never ever been punched before?!? Are you an only child? I have two brothers and I barely made it to adolescence, let alone punch-free!
char eats greens says
October 10, 2012 at 8:42 amThat’s what you took away from the post?!
Nikki says
October 10, 2012 at 8:47 amDefinitely:-)
Brittany Mullins says
October 10, 2012 at 10:48 pmI’m not an only child – I have two sisters and lots of boy cousins that act like my brothers. They never punched me though. I guess I’m lucky.
Nikki says
October 10, 2012 at 11:05 pmAnd I’m very jealous:-)
char eats greens says
October 10, 2012 at 8:41 amAhhh, I’ve seen one of those mini frothers before and thought how badly I needed one. Totally scoping out where to find one soon!
I love your alternative because yes, as someone who follows a vegan diet, sucks when the pumpkin urge hits!! Plus, I WANT a PSL that actually has pumpkin in it – so I’ll take the pumpkin residue at the bottom of a mug any day š
Kelli says
October 26, 2012 at 3:53 pmIkea sells a frother for around $4-5. Bed, Bath & Beyond sells one for around $20.
G.D. stevenson says
November 4, 2016 at 1:19 pmSaw the calorie count and sugar for Starbucks . But how do I find nutritional information in this recipe?
NYC Fit Girl says
October 10, 2012 at 8:43 amHave so much fun at your bachelorette party! Do you know where you are going? I don’t like latte’s but I love Pumpkin! hehe
I got punched by my brother growing up a lot. He played football and always would make me play with him. My mom would always tell me to go do gymnastics or something but I always wanted to play with my brother š
Brittany Mullins says
October 10, 2012 at 10:50 pmThank you! We’re going to be in the DC area. š
Carlyn says
October 10, 2012 at 8:44 amFeel better!!
Also I am making this this weekend..thank you! xo
Gabby @ Gabby's Gluten-Free says
October 10, 2012 at 8:46 amI hope you feel better soon!
Also, I am making this latte ASAP! You know my pumpkin obsession runs deep š
Brittany Mullins says
October 10, 2012 at 10:51 pmYes!! Me too. š
Erica { EricaDHouse.com } says
October 10, 2012 at 8:49 amI also woke up sick yesterday and went to the clinic and got some antibiotics. I have a history of getting strep throat so I wanted to get proactive with this. Hope you feel better!
Brittany Mullins says
October 10, 2012 at 10:56 pmOh no! i hope you feel better as well lady!
Claire @ Live and Love to Eat says
October 10, 2012 at 9:11 amLOVE this idea – I’ve made it with pumpkin puree in the past, but heating it with the milk probably makes it a lot smoother. Using pumpkin coffee too is a great idea. š
Lauren @ The Homeostatic Mindset says
October 10, 2012 at 9:39 amI make my pumpkin spice latte with 1 or 2 tsp of organic, unsulphured molasses. It really takes it to the next level š
Brittany Mullins says
October 10, 2012 at 11:00 pmThat sounds awesome!
Maria @powerpeanutlife says
October 10, 2012 at 9:58 amIt’s like I wrote this post. 1. We were just looking at milk frothers at whole foods this weekend. 2. Woke up with a sore throat and downed some emergen-c. I need to feel better before the weekend bc we’re headed to Ft. Lauderdale for 4 days. 3. Love pumpkin and will have to try this recipe. Once in awhile I’ll treat myself to a coffee with ONE PUMP pumpkin. I don’t like all that sugar. This is a FANTASTIC alternative.
Hope you feel better so you can enjoy your weekend!
Gina says
October 10, 2012 at 10:04 amI adore that mug. I’m guessing Anthro? Last time I was there I liked every single fun initial mug EXCEPT the one that had G on it. Figures.
Brittany Mullins says
October 10, 2012 at 11:02 pmYes!! Hopefully you’ll find one with a G next time you go. š
Jennifer says
October 10, 2012 at 10:46 amThanks so much for this yummo-gem. I shared over on my page and a number of my biz friends picked right up on it and shared along. Will share at http://www.facebook.com/fuel4lifeconnect and through my fb page and blog http://www.facebook.com/lifeschoolinc and http://www.lifeschoolinc.wordpress.com, as I connected on your fb page. Great thoughts, ideas and pics! Thanks, Jennifer
allison says
October 10, 2012 at 11:00 amughhhh im sick too britty! steve and i both have wicked colds right now, and we have a wedding on saturday that we have to be well for! i cant believe your b party is this weekend!!!!!!!!!!! so exciting!! (and this looks amazing btw)
Brittany Mullins says
October 10, 2012 at 11:07 pmOh nooo!!! I hope you feel better by this weekend too. UGH!
Liz @ IHeartVegetables says
October 10, 2012 at 11:11 amSo I’ve actually never HAD a pumpkin spice latte from Starbucks!!! I know, I’m lame. But I should just make this instead and then I’ll never even KNOW the difference š haha
Meg says
October 10, 2012 at 10:54 pmYou’re not lame! I haven’t had one either š
Beth @ Tasty Yummies says
October 10, 2012 at 6:13 pmOK so many things to say about this post 1) It makes me sad how sugary and loaded with crap the pumpkin syrup is at Starbucks, I was craving something like this and went to order one but thankfully when I ordered it with soy the girl working told me about the dairy in the syrup so I passed. 2) I have that mini frother and I am not sure what I am doing wrong but I never can get my milk that frothy. Any tips? 3) Great photos š
Kem says
October 10, 2012 at 10:53 pmIf you get it with soy, it also may be sweeter than the default 2%. The soy Starbucks uses is a sweetened vanilla soy when soy milk is requested. So, just FYI, if anyone thinks they are by passing calories by choosing soy, think again.
Another thing, be sure if you are getting a PSL with soy, you tell them if you want it without whipped cream. That is another default for the beverage.
Finally, for all the vegans out there, but just in case you don’t consume bee products don’t get a soy chai. The chai syrup, yes it is syrup (no coffee in this beverage), contains honey. However you could ask for a hot chai tea, the one with the tea bag and ask them to top it off with steamed soy. The steamed soy shouldn’t be extra, unless you want to forgo the hot water. I wouldn’t recommend that though because your tea bag won’t steep correctly.
Hope this helps!
Meg says
October 10, 2012 at 10:54 pmI’m so impressed! I’ll definitely make this š
Tara | Treble in the Kitchen says
October 11, 2012 at 5:05 amYum!! I love the treat of a pumpkin spice latte, but I soo need to try this recipe out! Thanks for sharing š
heidi kokborg says
October 11, 2012 at 5:19 amOh my! I am a sucker for pumpkin spice latte so I really have to try this! š
Rachel says
October 11, 2012 at 10:51 amLove this! I actually haven’t even had a pumpkin spice latte yet this season haha
Amila says
October 12, 2012 at 3:22 amHello from Spain
Courtney says
October 12, 2012 at 10:32 amSo excited that you posted this! I’ve missed out on the Starbucks PSL for the last three years because 1. I developed a strong dislike for Starbucks coffee (too bitter) and 2. just don’t feel right about ordering the healthier version (me and soy do not get along). Sitting down to enjoy my Saturday morning mug of coffee, as opposed to gulping it down on a work day, has become a ritual in my house, so I will be making this tomorrow. I don’t have a frother, so hopefully my blender will do the trick.
Meg says
October 12, 2012 at 10:46 amHUNNIE! This is the BEST EVER! I’m sipping on it right now and am IN LOVE!
Emily @ www.main-eats.com says
October 12, 2012 at 3:01 pmOH yes-perfect for Fall!!!
Feel better and have a great time at your party!
Danielle says
October 13, 2012 at 1:18 pmDefinitely going to try this lovely warm beverage!
Cassandre says
October 13, 2012 at 2:59 pmyum, this looks so good. Beautiful mug as well. where’s it from?
Brittany Mullins says
October 14, 2012 at 6:52 pmThank you! It’s from Anthropologie
Life's a Bowl says
October 31, 2012 at 2:38 pmThis looks absolutely divine, yum! Perfect for a crisp fall morning like today š
Bea says
March 12, 2013 at 2:59 pmWish I had found this one cup sooner. Thank you. Haven’t tried it yet so can’t rate it but from the recipe I used, it looks like a 5.
Penny Pincher says
October 21, 2013 at 11:41 amLove this recipe! It’s so easy to make with my cold-brewed coffee (did a 1:1 coffee/water ratio for a more expresso-y taste). I don’t write comments often, but I just had to thank you for saving my wallet and waistline from Starbucks, this tastes even better than the PSL!
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Amity says
October 23, 2013 at 4:05 pmI just wanted to say I am so very thankful that there are people out there that realize the way to better health is not “low fat” or sugarless and full of nonfood junk that it is ALL NATURAL. I analyzed this recipe and it came in at
50 Calories from Fat 17
Total Fat 1.9g3%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg0%
Sodium 98mg4%
Total Carbohydrates 8.4g3%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g9%
Sugars 2.4g
Protein 1.4g
Vitamin A 148% ā¢ Vitamin C 4%
Calcium 18% ā¢ Iron 8%
Verses: Starbucks
Calories 300 Calories from Fat 100
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 45mg 15%
Sodium 170mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 39g 13%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Sugars 38g
Protein 11g
Vitamin A15%Vitamin C0%Calcium40%Iron0%
Caffeine 75mg**
OUCH is all I can say. I did make sure to keep it oh so healthy by using my own organic sugar-pumpkin puree and my own fresh almond milk with real vanilla bean.
thank you!
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Cindy Hyson Hannon says
September 5, 2014 at 3:42 pmOH MY is all I can say. I just finished a cup and want another…but it does have caffeine and it is afternoon š I love this comparison from Amity, thank you! I also make my own almond milk, but added a tiny splash of heavy cream…sorry, I just was missing the creaminess. Still a winner in my eyes!
foodandcrafts says
October 22, 2014 at 8:28 amI need this! Cant wait to make it.
Brittany Mullins says
October 23, 2014 at 10:35 amLet me know how it turns out! š
sharon says
October 22, 2014 at 9:43 pmI have a breville milk steamer. which I have used everyday since I bought it almost 3 years ago.
But, I cannot get almond milk to froth, it gets hot but almost zero foam.
which brand do you use. I have tried silk and blue diamond
thanks
Brittany Mullins says
October 23, 2014 at 10:33 amI’ve had a hard time with almond milk as well. The one type that has worked for me is the refrigerated Blue Diamond Almond Breeze Unsweetened Vanilla.
Olivia says
September 26, 2015 at 2:13 pmThis looks amazing!! I’ve been wanting to find an alternative to this classic fall drink that isn’t filled with lord only knows, but natural ingredients! Thanks so much for sharing:)
Brittany Mullins says
September 26, 2015 at 3:11 pmOf course. Let me know if you try it! š
Samantha says
September 26, 2015 at 5:45 pmQuick question has anyone stored this milk/cream for another day? Think I can whip up a batch and store it in the fridge for the am? TIA
Brittany Mullins says
September 28, 2015 at 9:13 amI haven’t ever tried it, Samantha but it’s worth a shot. Let me know if it works for you!
Healthy Low Carb Recipes says
December 22, 2015 at 11:24 amThis recipe was just what I needed to round out my collection of healthy ways to use leftover canned pumpkin. I linked to this recipe and mentioned your blog in today’s blog post š
Kathleen Wilson says
September 7, 2016 at 7:14 pmI was interested in not only the recipe but also where did you get that mug!? Please let me know if that information is available. Thank you!
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Brittany Mullins says
September 7, 2016 at 10:39 pmHi Kathleen. The mug is from Anthropologie (http://bit.ly/2cqiqqi) and it’s definitely one of my favorites! Highly recommend. š
Leigh | A Day with FĆ© says
October 29, 2016 at 9:28 amDelicious! Made this today! I even gave a shout out to it on my blog =)
noor says
May 25, 2017 at 8:14 amThe one type that has worked for me is the refrigerated Blue Diamond Almond Breeze Unsweetened Vanilla.
Merel says
October 28, 2017 at 4:01 amIs the pumpkin puree raw? Baken in the oven? Or else? Tnx!
Brittany Mullins says
October 29, 2017 at 9:35 amI used canned pumpkin puree, but if you’re using a fresh pumpkin you’ll need to cook it and puree it first.