Homemade Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe
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! PSL season is here.
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 or pumpkin cold foam to really take it to the next level (it’s also delicious on cold brew coffee) and pair it with mini pumpkin muffins to go all in on pumpkin spice season.
Estimated reading time: 8 minutes
What You’ll Love About Iced Pumpkin Spiced Lattes
- Perfect fall drink with warm and cozy fall flavors
- Delicious drink
- Made with homemade pumpkin spice syrup
- Takes less than 5 minutes to make
- Made with simple ingredients
- Great way to bridge the seasons of summer and fall
- Saves you $$$ by making at home
Ingredients
- 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
- Milk – We stock whole milk, so that’s what I use for my coffee drinks, but you can really use whatever your favorite milk is. Cow’s milk has a naturally sweet flavor and gives a little protein boost but you can also use oat milk, almond milk, or any other non-dairy milk alternative.
- 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.
- Whipped cream – Optional finish, but totally delicious!
- Cinnamon sugar – Another optional finish, but adds delicious flavor and texture.
How to Make a Pumpkin Spice Iced Latte
This is an overview on how to make an iced pumpkin spice latte, the detailed instructions can be found below in the recipe card.
PRO TIP: Make your own coffee ice cubes and use them in the drink so you don’t water it down. One of my favorite LA coffee shops had an iced latte with cold brew ice cubes and I highly recommend giving it a try.
FAQs
Can I make this an iced chai pumpkin spice latte?
Yes! You can add some chai flavor to your iced PSL! We’re going to prepare the tea and espresso in the same way as you would for the dirty chai, but don’t steam the milk and brew espresso with the pumpkin spice syrup. Add ice to a glass and pour in milk and pour tea and espresso over milk and stir.
To make this a pumpkin chai without the espresso, mix together pumpkin syrup with chai tea or chai tea concentrate until dissolved and pour over a glass of milk over ice.
How many calories in an iced pumpkin spice latte?
A tall Starbucks iced pumpkin spice latte (made with whole milk and no whip like this version) has 270 calories, 34 grams of sugar, 8 grams of protein, and 12 grams of total fat.
This homemade iced PSL is similar, but slightly lower in sugar and has 226 calories, 22 grams of sugar, 8 grams of protein, and 11 grams of total fat.
How much caffeine is in this iced pumpkin spice latte recipe?
Espresso has about 75 mg of caffeine per shot, so it will depend on the size and how many shots of espresso your drink contains.
A tall iced pumpkin spice latte will have about 75 mg of caffeine; a grande latte will have 150 mg of caffeine.
Can you make a decaf iced pumpkin spice latte?
Yes, you can make a decaf iced pumpkin spice latte by using decaf espresso, but FYI, it still have a little caffeine in them.
Decaf espresso has anywhere from 3-16 mg of caffeine per shot.
Can I buy the pumpkin syrup?
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.
Storage Instructions
Serve the iced pumpkin spice latte Starbucks copycat recipe immediately.
How to prep ahead:
Make the pumpkin syrup ahead and your iced pumpkin latte will take just a few minutes!
What to Serve with a Homemade Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte
Coffee alone does not a breakfast make! 🙂 Here are some balanced breakfasts to enjoy alongside your
- 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
More Coffee & Tea Recipes
If you like this pumpkin spice latte iced, you might also like some of these other fun drink recipes:
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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 (Starbucks copycat) has all of the cozy fall flavors you know and love and takes minutes to make at home.
Ingredients
- 1–2 shots of espresso
- 6 oz. milk
- 1–2 Tbsp. 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
- Adjust the amount of pumpkin spice syrup depending on how sweet and flavorful you want your drink
- Nutrition facts are calculated with 2 tablespoons of pumpkin syrup and whole milk but do not include whipped cream or cinnamon sugar
Food styling and photography by Loren Runion.
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