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Do you enjoy Starbuck's pumpkin spice latte? If you'd like to know how to make a pumpkin spice latte yourself, read! This page will teach you how to make a pumpkin spice latte at home, so you can enjoy it any time.
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How to Make Simple Syrup
The pumpkin spice syrup used to make a pumpkin spice latte is based on simple syrup, a combination of sugar and water that has been boiled so that the sugar has dissolved. The proportions of sugar and water used to make simple syrup for drinks is 2 parts sugar to 1 part water.
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Introduction
Starbucks welcomes fall with the arrival of their pumpkin spice latte. You don't need to wait until September to enjoy the pumpkin spice latte, however; you can make it in your home easily. Brew up a batch of pumpkin spice syrup, and you'll be ready to make a pumpkin spice latte anytime the urge strikes. -
Step 1: What You Need to Make a Pumpkin Spice Latte
Pumpkin Spice Latte Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1 shot espresso
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin spice syrup
- 1/4 cup whipped cream
Pumpkin Spice Syrup Ingredients
- 1 1/4 cups simple syrup
- 2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Step 2: Make the Pumpkin Spice Syrup
- Place simple syrup in a small saucepan.
- Add spices.
- Bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat.
- Simmer for 5 minutes.
- Strain the syrup through a coffee filter to remove any undissolved spices.
- refrigerate in a sealed jar until needed.
Step 3: Make the Pumpkin Spice Latte
- Brew espresso.
- Steam the milk until frothy.
- Pour milk into mug.
- Add espresso and syrup and stir well.
- Top with whipped cream.
Pumpkin Spice Latte Variations
- Substitute skim milk, and skip the whipped cream for a nonfat latte.
- Drizzle a bit of caramel sauce on the whipped cream for an elegant garnish.
- Sprinkle a bit of cinnamon, cocoa, or nutmeg on the whipped cream, if desired.
- add a second shot of espresso for a high-test pumpkin spice latte
