Homemade Pumpkin Spice Syrup
When the weather turns crisp (or even before for those of you who are pumpkin passionate!), this cozy homemade pumpkin spice syrup is a must! Easy to make, this syrup can be made with just four ingredients (no artificial flavors needed) and used in a variety of ways, far beyond coffee drinks!
This pumpkin spice syrup brings all the cozy flavors of fall to your kitchen.
And it will add instant fall vibes to whatever you put it on.
Making your own pumpkin spice sauce at home is surprisingly easy and has the best flavor. It’s that’s in a copycat Starbucks psl latte of course, and also delicious in pumpkin cold foam if you want fall vibes but don’t have the fall weather to go along with it. It’s…
😋 Seriously delicious: This syrup tastes like liquid pumpkin pie with perfect warm spice balance.
💰 Saves money: Make your own instead of buying expensive coffee shop drinks all season long.
⏰ Ready in 15 minutes: Quick and easy to make whenever you’re craving fall flavors, it’s so much easier to make than you might think!
🎃 Made with real pumpkin: No artificial flavors or strange ingredients, just pure autumn goodness.
🍯 Lower in sugar: Many coffee shop syrups are super-sweet, this one has about half of the amount of sugar in it!
✨ Versatile uses: Perfect for coffee drinks, pancakes, cocktails, baking, and more.
You’ll also want to try my lavender latte, brown sugar shaken espresso, and a dirty chai.
Ingredient Notes
You’ll need some pantry staples to bring this homemade coffee syrup: brown sugar, water, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice.
- Brown sugar: I recommend brown sugar (dark or light brown sugar will work fine) as it adds a layer of rich and caramely flavor, but you could also use white granulated sugar or coconut sugar if you prefer. Both will work. You could also use a granulated sugar alternative.
Emily’s Tips & Tricks
- Pro tip: Simmer the syrup until it coats the back of a spoon but isn’t thick like molasses. It will thicken slightly as it cools.
- Variations: To turn it into a pumpkin spice creamer, combine 2 tablespoons of the syrup with 1-2 tablespoons half & half. Yum!
- Additions: Add a pinch of salt to really bring out the sweetness and flavors.
Homemade Pumpkin Spice Syrup Recipe
- Prep Time: 0 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups 1x
- Category: Drink
Description
When the weather turns crisp, this cozy homemade pumpkin spice syrup recipe is a must for coffee and more! Made with just 3 ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 Tbsp. vanilla extract
- 1 tsp. pumpkin spice (more if you like a stronger spice flavor)
Instructions
- Bring sugar, water, and pumpkin puree to a boil in a small saucepan. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and pumpkin pie spice, and let cool before transferring to a glass jar.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- Stir before using.
Notes
- Each serving size is 2 tablespoons; there are about 16 servings
- For an average 8 oz. drink, you’ll want to start with a tablespoon of syrup (or two if you like a sweeter drink with more pumpkin flavor) and then adjust accordingly
- Storage: Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks in an airtight glass jar or bottle. The syrup may separate slightly – just stir before using. Can be frozen for up to 3 months in ice cube trays for single-serving portions.
- Ingredient notes: Use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling. Libby’s is a reliable brand that’s pretty easy to find. Pure vanilla extract will give the best flavor.
- Helpful tools: Medium saucepan, whisk, fine-mesh strainer (optional for ultra-smooth texture), glass storage jars.
- Serve with: Coffee, lattes, hot tea, pancakes, waffles, vanilla ice cream, fall cocktails, or drizzled over yogurt and granola.
Serving Suggestions
There are so many delicious ways to use this homemade pumpkin spice syrup!
- Pumpkin cold foam over cold brew
- Iced pumpkin spice latte
- Stirred into a classic latte (or cappuccino) for a pumpkin latte at home (top with whipped cream and garnish with cinnamon sticks)
- Stirred into hot tea or apple cider
- Use in place of the brown sugar in a brown sugar shaken espresso
- Drizzled over pancakes, French toast, or waffles
- Drizzled over yogurt or ice cream
FAQs
Of course! It’s quite easy to find coffee syrups – Torani pumpkin spice syrup is a popular one that is used in many coffee shops, lasts a long time, and comes with a handy pump. Monin is another popular brand that has a pumpkin spice syrup.
Sugar, condensed skim milk, pumpkin puree, contains 2% or less of fruit and vegetable juice for color, natural flavors, annatto, salt, potassium sorbate.
The full nutrition stats can be found below the recipe card, but this syrup has about 13 grams of sugar per 2 tablespoons. For comparison, the Starbucks pumpkin syrup has about 20-26 grams of sugar per 2 tablespoons or two pumps – this is a rough estimate, it’s hard to find the exact stats so I did my best.
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About the Author
Emily Dingmann is a recipe developer, nutrition expert, and founder of My Everyday Table. She specializes in creating easy, healthy recipes that help busy parents feed their families well every single day, without the stress. With a degree in Nutrition and over 20 years of experience, Emily shares family-friendly meals that are practical, nourishing, and full of flavor. Learn more about Emily’s approach to everyday cooking and nutrition here.
Food styling and photography by Loren Runion.
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