Keep the money in your pocket and learn How To Make Starbucks Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte At Home with this easy copycat recipe! With real pumpkin flavor and the perfect amount of pumpkin pie spice, it's creamy, delicious, and ready in 5 minutes flat!
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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 pumpkin spice iced coffee! But forget that $5.45 you're about to drop at Starbucks.
This homemade Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte is so good - even better than the one you get at your local Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts, or Tim Hortons.
Why You'll Love This Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe
- Economical: Save 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: Make it vegan, dairy-free, decaf, hot, or cold.
What readers are saying about this recipe:
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
Recipe Ingredients
This iced pumpkin latte recipe is made with just a handful of simple ingredients.
- Espresso. I used Starbucks espresso coffee to make a bold espresso in my espresso machine. You can also use a French press, Moka pot, or Nespresso machine, or use cooled, strong-brewed coffee or Cold Brew Concentrate.
- Milk. I used non-sweetened almond milk, but you can use dairy milk, skim milk, reduced-fat milk, coconut milk, oat milk, or soy milk. Whole milk will give you the richest flavor.
- Pumpkin puree. Use canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
- Pumpkin pie spice. Use store-bought or make Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice. You can also just use cinnamon.
- Sweetener. I used maple syrup, but you could also use honey, vanilla simple syrup, or your favorite sweetener.
See the printable recipe card below for quantities and a full list of ingredients.
How To Make Starbucks Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte At Home
Step-By-Step Instructions
This recipe makes 473 mL, equivalent to a Grande size at Starbucks.
- Step 1: Add espresso, milk, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice to a blender (Image 1). You can also shake the ingredients in a jar or use an immersion blender.
- Step 2: Blend for a couple of minutes or until a smooth consistency is reached (Image 2).
- Step 3: Fill a glass â…” 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).
Variations
- Leave out the whipped cream to make a skinny iced pumpkin spice latte.
- Drizzle caramel sauce or chocolate sauce on top of the whipped cream for extra flavor.
- Make a delicious Pumpkin Spice Chai Tea Latte using chai tea instead of espresso if you are not a fan of coffee.
- Top with Pumpkin Cold Foam instead of whipped cream to make an iced pumpkin spice latte with cold foam.
Also, be sure to try my recipes for Starbucks Copycat Caramel Brulée Latte and Starbucks Toasted White Chocolate Mocha.
Jeri's Top Tips
- Use a bold espresso or strong coffee for the best flavor.
- Cool the espresso so it doesn't melt the ice immediately.
- Use coffee ice cubes to prevent 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!
- If you have 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.
What To Serve With Homemade Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte
I love to enjoy my cold glass of pumpkin latte with a Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffin or a slice of Pumpkin Bread With Cream Cheese Frosting.
It also goes great with a slice of Starbucks' Moist Banana Nut Bread or my Zucchini Bread with Cinnamon Glaze.
Recipe FAQs
A pumpkin spice latte is a coffee drink that is flavored with pumpkin and pumpkin pie spices. It is made with espresso and creamy milk and can be topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Starbucks' pumpkin spice latte contains espresso, milk, pumpkin spice sauce, whipped cream, and pumpkin spice topping.
A shot of espresso has 75 mg of caffeine (using Starbucks espresso), and if you are using regular coffee, it has about 15 mg of caffeine per ounce.
There are about 100 calories in an iced pumpkin spice latte if you use unsweetened almond milk and no whipped cream on top. If you use 1% milk, the calories increase to 160, and whipped cream on top adds another 60ish calories. The Starbucks version, grande (16 fl oz), has 370 calories and 45 g of sugar.
Yes, the Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte has either espresso or strong-brewed coffee, giving it that kick you need alongside those cozy autumn flavors. However, you can use decaf if you're looking to limit caffeine.
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Recipe
How To Make Starbucks Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte At Home
Ingredients
- 1 ounce espresso or strong-brewed coffee
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin puree
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey to taste
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ice cubes
- whipped cream, optional
Instructions
- Add the espresso, milk, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice to a blender. Blend for a couple of minutes until smooth.1 ounce espresso, 1 cup milk, 1 tablespoon pumpkin puree, 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- Fill a tall glass â…” of the way with ice cubes. Pour blended Pumpkin Spice Latte over ice.ice cubes
- For a special treat, top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin spice or cinnamon. Enjoy!whipped cream, optional
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Recipe Notes:
- Use a bold espresso or strong coffee for the best flavor.
- Ensure the espresso has cooled down so it doesn't melt the ice immediately.
- Use real pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
- Whole milk will give you the richest latte.
- Use coffee ice cubes to prevent 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!
- If you have 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.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
The provided nutritional information is an estimate per serving. Accuracy is not guaranteed.
About Jeri Walker
Jeri Walker is the founder and CEO of Winding Creek Ranch. She is a self-taught home cook who specializes in easy family-friendly recipes. Jeri is also a food writer who regularly writes articles for MSN. Read about Jeri's journey and connect with her on your favorite social media channels!
Kristin says
I see the recipe, but not quantity of each ingredient.
Jeri Walker says
Hi Kristin, the quantity of each ingredient is in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
Maggie says
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. 😊
Jeri Walker says
Wow, that's the ultimate compliment! I'm so glad you liked it! And thanks so much for taking the time to leave a comment; it totally made my day! 😊
chloe says
it was so good i changed the recipe a bit by adding tortani pumpkin spice syrup and a half tbs of brow sugar
Jeri Walker says
Thanks for trying the Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte, Chloe, and for sharing your recipe! I'm so glad you enjoyed it! 🙂
RMstherrr says
The best pumpkin spice latte out there!! It made my morning; thank you Jeri!!
Jeri Walker says
Your welcome! I'm so glad you liked it! And thank you for coming back to leave a comment - I appreciate it! 🙂
Jere Cassidy says
I must admit I am a sucker for all things pumpkin and buy way toooo many PSL. Glad to find your recipe so I can make this at home. It looks delicious.
Brianna May says
One of my favorite drinks & this recipe is incredible!
Jeri says
Thanks, Brianna! Enjoy! 🙂
Ramona says
OMG, I am addicted to this pumpkin spice latte, absolutely unbelievable. I would have never thought will like it this much. Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful recipe!
Jeri says
I'm so glad you like it, Ramona!
Makhaya says
Fall is here! Bring on those delicious recipes! What a wonderful drink to have, while ringing in the new season! Thanks for sharing!
Jeri says
Thanks, Makhaya! Enjoy!