Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte (Starbucks Copycat)

Happy fall, which means it's time to make this homemade Starbucks Copycat Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte! This latte recipe is better than any other pumpkin drink out there, made with real pumpkin puree and the perfect amount of pumpkin pie spice. It is creamy, decadent, and so delicious! And guess what? You can whip it up in 5 minutes flat!

Not a huge fan of pumpkin spice anything, but this was DELICIOUS!!! So much so, I bought a small blender for the office so I can make them for my afternoon delight. 😊

Maggie

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It's that time of year when Fall is finally here, and your local coffee shop brings out its fall drink menu! And one of my favorite Starbucks pumpkin drinks is the iced pumpkin spice latte!

But you can forget that $5.45 you're about to drop at Starbucks. Why? Because I've got a game-changer for you. This Starbucks Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte is so good - it's even better than the one you get at your local Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts, Tim Hortons ... wherever.

And this iced pumpkin spice latte is made with real ingredients - nothing artificial - and it's half the calories of the one from your local coffee shop.

If you like my Delicious Iced Coffee At Home, then you will LOVE this pumpkin drink.

Serve it with a homemade Starbucks Copycat Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin, Banana Nut Bread (Starbucks Copycat), Pumpkin Spice Donut, or Pumpkin Bread With Cream Cheese Frosting for the ultimate Starbucks experience.

And if, for some reason, you want a break from pumpkin spice everything, try my How To Make A Delicious Latte At Home recipe.

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• ❤️ Why you will love this iced pumpkin spice latte recipe
• ☕ Ingredient Notes
• 🧾 Substitutions
• 📋 Variations
• ⏲️ Step-By-Step Instructions
• ☕ Equipment
• 🌡️ Storage
• 💭 Expert Tips
• ❓ FAQs
• 🥤 More Iced Coffee Recipes
• 📋 Recipe
• 💬 Comments

❤️ Why you will love this iced pumpkin spice latte recipe

• Economical: Save your money for something else; this latte costs a fraction of the coffee shop version.
• Fall flavor: This has real pumpkin puree and the perfect amount of pumpkin pie spice.
• Delicious: This pumpkin drink tastes even better than the coffee shop version.
• Flexible: Want it vegan? Done. Prefer decaf? No problem. This latte is all about you.
• Hot or Cold: Want a hot pumpkin spice latte? No problem. Skip the ice and use hot espresso.

☕ Ingredient Notes

This pumpkin iced coffee is made with just a handful of simple ingredients.

• Espresso. I brewed Starbucks espresso coffee to make a bold espresso.
• Milk. Use any milk. Go dairy or dairy-free. I used non-sweetened almond milk.
• Pumpkin puree. Make sure it is real pumpkin puree (I make my own with pumpkins in the fall and freeze them) and not pumpkin pie filling with added sweeteners and spices.
• Maple syrup. I used organic, pure maple syrup.
• Vanilla extract. I used pure vanilla extract.
• Pumpkin pie spice. This spice contains a blend of cinnamon, ground ginger, nutmeg, ground cloves, and allspice. You can buy it in a small tin for an outrageous price or make your own Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice.
• Ice cubes. I like using coffee ice cubes, so I don't get a watered-down latte. 😉
• Whipped cream. This is completely optional, but makes the pumpkin drink extra decadent.

See the printable recipe card below for quantities and a full list of ingredients.

🧾 Substitutions

• Espresso - I used espresso made with Starbucks espresso coffee beans. You can also use cooled, strong-brewed coffee or Cold Brew Coffee. Want something less strong? Use Starbucks blonde espresso coffee for a less bold flavor. You can even use decaf espresso if you want to limit your caffeine intake.
• Milk - use skim milk, reduced-fat milk, whole milk, oat milk, or any plant-based milk.
• Pumpkin puree - you can use sweet potato puree or squash puree if you don't have any pumpkin puree.
• Maple syrup - you could also use honey, vanilla simple syrup, or your favorite sweetener.
• Pumpkin Pie Spice - I make my own pumpkin pie spice; it is so easy and inexpensive. If you don't have any, you can just use cinnamon.
• Whipped cream - I used real whipped cream, but you could also use coconut cream.
• Vegan - Make this pumpkin spice latte vegan by using plant-based milk.

📋 Variations

This iced pumpkin spice latte recipe is so easy to switch up ingredients to suit your tastes. Try some of these fun variations:

• Leave out the whipped cream to make this a skinny iced pumpkin spice latte.
• Drizzle caramel sauce or chocolate sauce on top of the whipped cream for extra flavor.
• Leave out the coffee; kids love the pumpkin pie spice taste!
• Not a fan of coffee? No problem! You can make a delicious Pumpkin Spice Chai Tea Latte using chai tea instead of espresso.
• Top it with Pumpkin Cold Foam instead of whipped cream.

Also, be sure to try my recipes for Starbucks Copycat Caramel Brulée Latte and Starbucks Toasted White Chocolate Mocha.

⏲️ Step-By-Step Instructions

This recipe makes 473 mL, equivalent to a Grande size at Starbucks.

Step 1: First of all, gather up your ingredients. Next, take out your blender and plug it in. Add espresso, milk, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice to the blender (Image 1).

Step 2: Blend for a couple of minutes or until a smooth consistency is reached (Image 2).

Step 3: Fill a glass ⅔ full with ice cubes. Pour the blended Pumpkin Spice Latte over ice (Image 3).

Step 4: This is completely optional, but you can top it with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin spice or cinnamon for a special treat (Image 4).

Top Tip: To clean the blender quickly and easily, immediately after emptying, add about 1 cup of water and one teaspoon of dish soap. Put the lid on (very important) and blend for 30 seconds. Remove from the base and rinse well with water. All done! No more dried-on, hard-to-clean remnants in the blender!

☕ Equipment

To make this iced latte, a blender is used. If you don't have a blender, you can use an immersion blender, a food processor, or the old-fashioned way by using a whisk and a bowl.

To make the coffee, you can use a French press, Moka pot, coffee maker, or espresso maker (Nespresso works great). Here's the difference between them:

• French press: French presses are one of the most popular ways to make coffee at home. They're easy to use and produce a rich, full-flavored cup of coffee.
• Espresso maker or Nespresso: If you want to make iced coffee drinks at home, an espresso maker or Nespresso machine is awesome. These machines brew concentrated shots of coffee that you can use in different iced beverages or hot drinks.
• Moka pot: A Moka pot is a stovetop coffee maker designed explicitly for making espresso-style coffee. It's a great option if you don't have an espresso machine.

🌡️ Storage

If you have any leftovers, store them in the fridge in a covered container or mason jar with a lid for up to 2 days. Shake well before serving.

💭 Expert Tips

• Use a bold espresso or strong coffee base. This will ensure that your latte has a bold, rich flavor.
• Ensure the espresso or coffee has cooled down so it doesn't melt the ice immediately.
• Use real pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
• Whole milk will produce the richest latte, but you can also use skim- or dairy-free alternatives like almond, oat, or coconut milk.
• Use coffee ice cubes for the best flavor and to keep the iced pumpkin latte from getting watered down when the ice melts. Freeze leftover coffee in ice cube trays, then place frozen ice cubes into a freezer bag. Use coffee ice cubes anytime you make an iced latte!

❓ FAQs

🥤 More Iced Coffee Recipes

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