This Pumpkin Pie Spice Latte Recipe Saves You Money & Is High-Protein (6 Ingredients, 5 Minutes) by Ann Marie G. Halstead

Fall is here! Fall is my favorite time of year. I love it for so many reasons! I have many friends who specifically await fall because of their beloved pumpkin spice lattes. If you’re the same but aren’t looking forward to giving all your money to a chain coffee shop (not to mention the cost of gas!), I have great news for you. You can make this easy pumpkin spice latte recipe at home and save money!

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This pumpkin pie spice latte recipe is easy, delicious and so much cheaper. Bonus: there are no artificial colors or flavors so you’ll know exactly what you’re drinking. Here is your shopping list for this fall-inspired high-protein coffee recipe: coffee, whole milk, pumpkin puree (read about the health benefits of pumpkin), pumpkin pie spice, light brown sugar, vanilla extract. Optional garnishes include fluffy whipped cream and ground cinnamon (cinnamon also has health benefits).

Sip on this creamy pumpkin coffee beverage in the morning with breakfast or anytime during the day that you need a pick-me-up. What a tasty way to get more protein into your diet!

Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole milk (you can substitute with milk of your choice)
• 3 tablespoons pumpkin puree, or to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1 tablespoon light brown sugar, packed
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup hot brewed strong coffee

Optional Ingredients

• whipped cream, for garnish (optional)
• cinnamon, for garnish (optional)
• favorite sweetener, to taste (optional)

Here’s how to make it:

1. Whisk together milk, pumpkin puree and light brown sugar in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until hot and steamy (do not let it boil).
2. Remove from heat. Add pumpkin pie spice and vanilla.
3. Whisk in coffee and continue to whisk until frothy. Pour into coffee mugs. Add sugar if desired. This recipe can easily be doubled.

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