Pumpkins and Pyjamas: Never Leave the House Again With This Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe

September is on the horizon. Movie nights, fallen leaves and ugg boots are what springs to mind when we think about the approach of Autumn. But for many, this new month marks the start of the countdown to the long awaited pumpkin spice season. That’s right - a season like no other - full of flavours, fondness and fulfilment. The cinnamon…the nutmeg.. ugh we can already taste it!

If you’re anything like us, then you are most likely spending your days dreaming about cosying up in your pyjamas, watching your favourite rom-com whilst sipping on the beverage of the season. But what if we told you there was a way to skip the trip to Starbucks and make your very own latte at home? Look no further than this homemade pumpkin spice latte recipe…

PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE RECIPE

Here’s what you need:

● 2 tsp pumpkin purée
● ½ tsp of vanilla extract
● pinch of ground cinnamon or use pumpkin spice (plus a little extra to dust)
● pinch of ground ginger
● pinch of ground nutmeg
● 30ml espresso (or your choice of coffee)
● 250ml milk (of your choice)

Here’s how to make it:

Start by pouring the milk and vanilla extract into a saucepan and heating over a low heat until it starts to steam. Meanwhile, put the pumpkin purée into a jug and stir in the spices and espresso. Next pour the milk into the jug and stir together. Pour the latte liquid into a mug and spoon over any milk froth and finish by dusting with cinnamon or pumpkin spice.