Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte — The Cozy Café Drink You’ll Crave All Fall


Ingredients List

Coffee Base

  • Espresso or strong brewed coffee: This gives the latte that bold coffee-shop taste. If you do not have espresso, use very strong coffee or cold brew concentrate.
  • Milk: Whole milk gives the creamiest texture, but 2%, oat milk, almond milk, or soy milk all work beautifully.

Pumpkin Spice Base

  • Pumpkin puree: This adds real pumpkin flavor, body, and a beautiful golden color. Make sure you use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling.
  • Maple syrup or brown sugar: Adds cozy sweetness and blends well with the pumpkin. Substitute honey, coconut sugar, or a sugar-free sweetener if preferred.
  • Pumpkin pie spice: This gives the latte its signature warm flavor. If you do not have it, use a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
  • Vanilla extract: Softens the spices and gives the drink that bakery-style aroma.

Optional Toppings

  • Whipped cream: Adds a classic café-style finish.
  • Extra pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon: A little sprinkle on top makes the drink look beautiful and smell amazing.
  • Caramel drizzle: Optional, but delicious if you love a sweeter fall drink.

See the full measurements in the recipe card below ↓

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