How to: Pumpkin spice latte

It’s that time of year again! Time for everyone’s favorite seasonal coffee drink – the PSL! Our Pumpkin Spice Latte is not only easy to make, but tasty to drink. This recipe combines a pumpkin spice reduction that you can store and use in not only lattes, but iced coffees, shakes, and more.

LATTE INGREDIENTS:

• 1 shot of hot coffee (strongly brewed)
• 3/4 cup of  milk

PUMPKIN SPICE REDUCTION INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup of water
• 2/3 cup of brown sugar
• 1 tbs. of pumpkin pie spice
• 1/3 cup of canned pumpkin
• 1/2 tsp of vanilla extract

TOPPINGS:

• Whipped Cream
• Caramel Sauce
• Ground Cinnamon

DIRECTIONS:

1. To make pumpkin spice reduction, combine all ingredients, sans vanilla, in a small saucepan over medium to high heat, stirring occasionally.
2. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium low. Let the reduction simmer for 3 minutes, or until slightly thickened.
3. While mixture is simmering, steam 3/4 cup of milk & combine with coffee.
4. Remove pumpkin spice reduction from heat & add in vanilla extract.
5. Combine pumpkin spice reduction with latte, stirring to mix all ingredients evenly.
6. Top with whipped cream, caramel sauce, and ground cinnamon to taste.
7. Store any leftover reduction in the refrigerator for up to a week, using in more lattes or as you see fit.
8. ENJOY!

BONUS: Coat the rim of your glass with caramel sauce and dip into either pumpkin pie spice, ground cinnamon, brown sugar (or a combination of the three!) to add a hint of sweetness, additional flavor, & a touch of style.

Are you a seasonal pumpkin spice lover, or do you enjoy the yummy flavor year-round? Comment below to tell us how you take your PSL!