When the last days of October arrive, the aroma of Pumpkin Spice Latte invades Starbucks coffee shopsannouncing the eve of Halloween. However, it is no longer necessary to leave home to enjoy it, because The franchise itself offers the method to prepare it.
With a few simple ingredients and a little patience, you can make this iconic drink yourself and enjoy its pumpkin-spiced flavor.
We guide you through the complete process, supported with the official recipe shared by Starbucks on your website.
How to make the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte
Ingredients
For a cup of Pumpkin Spice Latte homemade you will need:
- 1 capsule of your favorite coffee (if it’s from Starbucks, the better)
- 1 cup whole milk
- 3 tablespoons homemade pumpkin spice syrup
- ½ cup whipped cream
- 1 pinch pumpkin pie spice (for garnish)
You can make the homemade syrup yourself by mixing pumpkin puree, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg in a pot over low heat until it thickens.
Let’s get to work:
- Heat and froth the milk
Heat the milk to about 140°F (60°C), without letting it boil.. You can do this on a stovetop or microwave, stirring occasionally.
If you have a French press or frother, use it to aerate the milk: raise and lower the plunger for about 30 seconds until it doubles its volume.
Make a strong espresso with your coffee machine or a stovetop moka pot. The key is to obtain an aromatic base that contrasts with the sweetness of the syrup.
- Mix the syrup with the espresso
In your favorite cup, add the three tablespoons of homemade syrup and pour the hot espresso. Stir well to combine flavors.
Fill the cup three-quarters full with the hot, frothy milk. Then, cover with a generous layer of whipped cream.
Sprinkle a pinch of pumpkin pie spice on top. This detail not only provides aroma, but also that visual touch that makes it so striking. Enjoy!
