Try this copycat Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe! Bold yet sweet iced latte flavored with a homemade pumpkin spice sauce, the ultimate fall drink.
If you prefer warm fall drinks, make Apple Cider or Caramel Brulee Latte.
ICED PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE
Skip the long coffee shop lines and overpriced drinks by making this popular fall favorite at home! This iced pumpkin spice latte is loaded with bold espresso flavor, sweetened with a homemade pumpkin spice sauce, and finished off with creamy goodness. Enjoy this refreshing pumpkin spice latte over ice all season long!
WHAT YOU NEED-
- Espresso– This iced latte calls for strong espresso. If you don’t have a way to make espresso, you can use cold brew coffee or strong coffee. You can use either caffeinated or decaf espresso shots.
- Creamer– You can use either creamer or milk; I prefer half and half creamer to get a rich and creamy iced latte. Swap the dairy out for any of your favorite non-dairy creamers or milk!
- Pumpkin Sauce– The main ingredient for this pumpkin spice latte is the homemade copycat Starbucks pumpkin spice sauce! You can also use store-bought pumpkin sauce or pumpkin spice syrup.
- Ice– You can’t have an iced pumpkin spice latte without ice!
HOW TO MAKE A PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE
Not only is this homemade iced pumpkin spice latte so easy to make, but it’s also so much more affordable!
- Add the pumpkin spice sauce to an espresso cup and pour your espresso shot over the sauce. Once the espresso or strong coffee is poured, mix to combine with the sauce.
- Drizzle pumpkin spice sauce along the inside of your serving cup and fill it with ice. Pour the flavored espresso over the ice.
- Add the desired amount of milk or creamer and mix to combine.
- Top with whipped cream, extra pumpkin sauce drizzle and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon.
- Enjoy.
WAYS TO GET ESPRESSO-
Just because you don’t have a fancy espresso machine, doesn’t mean you can’t make this iced pumpkin spice latte at home! There are several different ways you can brew strong coffee or espresso.
- Espresso Machine– The classic way to make an iced latte is with espresso shots. Use an espresso machine like the Breville or a Nespresso machine.
- Coffee Maker– If you are a regular coffee drinker, you probably have a standard coffee maker. Just brew the desired amount of coffee, making it stronger than normal to get strong coffee.
- Instant Coffee– Use instant coffee to make this iced latte! Add 2–3 tablespoons of instant coffee to a mug, pour in ½ cup of boiling water, and stir until dissolved.
- Cold Brew– Prefer cold brew? Make a batch of some strong cold brew and use it for this iced pumpkin spice latte!
QUESTIONS YOU MIGHT HAVE:
No, you do not have to cool the espresso!
If you want to make a classic hot pumpkin spice latte, check out my recipe for all my tips and tricks.
I recommend Lavazza Espresso beans! These are my go-to beans for my espresso machine.
You can totally make a delicious pumpkin cold foam for this latte! Check out my Pumpkin Cold Foam Cold brew for the recipe.
Yes, you can totally flavor this latte with store-bought flavoring! I recommend the Torani pumpkin syrup or pumpkin pie sauce. For a lighter option, you can use sugar free flavoring.
One great reason to make your coffee drinks at home is the fact that you can control the sweetness and strength level of your coffee. You can make this as sweet as you prefer, you can also even use sugar-free sweeteners.
Two shots of espresso are typically about 1/4 a cup of coffee. You can totally add if you prefer.
OTHER PUMPKIN INSPIRED RECIPES-
Autumn calls for everything pumpkin spice! Here are some other delicious pumpkin recipes:
Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte
Ingredients
- 2 shots or espresso or strong coffee about 1/4 cup
- 2 Tbsp pumpkin spice sauce
- 2/3 cup half and half creamer or milk
- ice cubed
- whipped cream optional
Instructions
- In a cup, run the espresso or add the hot coffee along with the pumpkin spice sauce and mix to combine. (The sweetness level is based of personal preference.)
- Drizzle pumpkin sauce along the inside of your serving cup and fill with ice. Pour the flavored espresso over the ice.
- Add the desired amount of creamer or milk. Top with whipped cream and extra pumpkin sauce and cinnamon.
- Serve immediately.
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