Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte
It’s the time of year when the seasons collide, and we are ready to shift into fall mode, but the weather may not be cooperating with our fall vibes and beverage desires. The iced pumpkin spice latte (a Starbucks copycat, of course!) is exactly how we bridge the seasons, and it’s easy enough to make at home!
Made with a homemade 5-minute pumpkin syrup that uses real pumpkin puree, fresh espresso, and milk, this latte is ready in just a few minutes. Finish it off with some whipped cream and cinnamon sugar for a sweet touch. PSL season is here. 😋🍂
IMHO, this is better that your coffee shop psl.
Because it’s made with a real pumpkin puree syrup, you just can’t beat the flavors!
It brings all the cozy fall vibes to your kitchen, will save you from those expensive daily coffee shop runs, AND tastes even better. It’s…
😋 Seriously delicious: This latte delivers rich pumpkin flavor with perfect spice balance and creamy coffee shop texture.
💰 Saves serious money: Make café-quality drinks at home, you’ll save money, even with high-quality ingredients.
⏰ Ready in 5 minutes: Faster than waiting in the drive-through line and infinitely more satisfying.
🎃 Made with real pumpkin: Uses actual pumpkin puree and warming spices instead of artificial syrups and flavoring. (You can’t beat the flavor!)
☕ Perfectly customizable: It’s so easy to control sweetness, strength, and milk type to make it exactly how you like it.
❄️ Refreshing fall flavor: All the cozy pumpkin spice taste in a refreshing iced format perfect for warm fall days.
You’ll also want to try my pumpkin overnight oats, mini pumpkin muffins, and pumpkin cold foam next time.
Ingredient Notes
You’ll need just a few ingredients to pull off this iced PSL at home: espresso (high-quality!), milk of choice, pumpkin spice syrup, whipped cream, and cinnamon sugar.
- Espresso: Grab your favorite coffee beans in an espresso roast. I use a few different varieties, which are all local to me, so they are the freshest beans. The espresso roasts are designed to be paired with milk. Since I love light roast coffee, I will also sometimes experiment with a lighter, more subtle roast, and I love that too. You can also use a nespresso if you don’t have an espresso machine, but you’ll still want to use high-quality pods. If you don’t have an espresso maker, you can also use strong coffee or even strong instant coffee.
- Pumpkin spice syrup: This homemade syrup is delicious and made with fresh pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cozy warm spices. It’s a great way to use up leftover pumpkin puree and you can use it in so many different ways. You can adjust the pumpkin spice flavor by adding more or less of this syrup to the drink. You can also buy pumpkin spice syrup or sugar-free pumpkin spice syrup.
Emily’s Tips & Tricks
- Pro tip: Make a batch of the pumpkin spice syrup and you’ll lattes are ready in minutes!
- Shortcuts: Yes! I prefer the flavor of homemade simple syrup, but if you prefer to buy it, there are definitely options for you. Both Torani Pumpkin Spice Syrup and Jordan’s Skinny Sugar-Free Pumpkin Spice Syrup have a ton of great reviews.
- Variations: Skip the espresso and make a fall steamer your kids will love!
Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Drink
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This iced pumpkin spice latte has all of the cozy fall flavors you love and is made with real pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and spices.
Ingredients
- 1–2 shots of espresso
- 6 ounces milk
- 1–2 tablespoons pumpkin spice syrup (1 tablespoon is a subtle flavor that’s not overly sweet. 2 tablespoons for a stronger flavor)
- whipped cream (optional)
- cinnamon sugar (optional)
Instructions
- Prep espresso if necessary and place pumpkin syrup in the espresso cup.
- Fill the glass with ice and pour milk over the top.
- Brew espresso over pumpkin syrup.
- Gently stir together espresso and syrup and pour over milk and ice.
- Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar if desired.
Notes
Storage: Best enjoyed immediately.
Ingredient notes: Use high-quality espresso beans for best results. Whole milk creates the creamiest foam, but plant-based options like oat or almond milk also work. Adjust the amount of pumpkin spice syrup depending on how sweet and flavorful you want your drink.
Prep ahead: Make the pumpkin syrup ahead, it stores in the refrigerator for a few weeks.
Special tools: Espresso machine, moka pot, or strong coffee maker.
Serve with: Pumpkin overnight oats, Greek yogurt parfait, or avocado toast.
Nutrition: Nutrition facts are an estimate and calculated with 2 tablespoons of pumpkin syrup and whole milk, but do not include whipped cream or cinnamon sugar.
Serving Suggestions
Coffee alone does not a breakfast make! 🙂 Here are some balanced breakfasts to enjoy alongside your morning beverage:
- Toast: Avocado toast, ricotta toast, whipped cottage cheese toast, hummus toast, or pb toast
- Smoothies/Yogurt: Acai bowls, pb chocolate smoothie, Greek yogurt parfait
- Eggs/Other: Creamy scrambled eggs, bacon egg bagel sandwich, brunch charcuterie board
FAQs
Yes! I prefer the flavor of homemade simple syrup, but if you prefer to buy it, there are definitely options for you. Both Torani Pumpkin Spice Syrup and Jordan’s Skinny Sugar-Free Pumpkin Spice Syrup have a ton of great reviews.
More Coffee & Tea Recipes
If you like this pumpkin spice latte iced, you might also like some of these other fun drink recipes:
About the Author
This recipe was developed by Emily Dingmann, founder and contributor to My Everyday Table. Emily specializes in creating easy, healthy recipes that help busy parents feed their families well every single day, without the stress. With a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and nearly 20 years of experience, she shares family-friendly meals that are practical, nourishing, and full of flavor. Learn more about Emily.
Food styling and photography by Loren Runion.
Really tasty. I used oat milk instead of whole milk and it worked great with the spices. 1 tbsp of syrup was plenty for me.