This Paleo and Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte is a much healthier version of everyone’s favorite Fall drink, and it only takes minutes to make!
Well, it’s somehow pumpkin season again! While it still been hitting 90 degrees here in LA County, I’ve been seeing many people get excited about pumpkin again, and especially about Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte.
Why I Make My Own Paleo and Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte
As a pumpkin fanatic, I remember back when I didn’t really think about what I was putting in my body, I would enjoy this drink almost daily as soon as they released it. These days, I’ve done my research about the ingredients, which is why I haven’t touched the original version for several years now. If you are curious, here are the ingredients:
Milk, Pumpkin Spice Sauce [Sugar, Condensed Skim Milk, Pumpkin Puree, Contains 2% Or Less Of Fruit And Vegetable Juice For Color, Natural Flavors, Annatto, Salt, Potassium Sorbate], Brewed Espresso, Whipped Cream [Cream (Cream, Milk, Mono And Diglycerides, Carrageenan), Vanilla Syrup (Sugar, Water, Natural Flavors, Potassium Sorbate, Citric Acid)], Pumpkin Spice Topping [Cinnamon, Ginger, Nutmeg, Clove, Sulfiting Agents]
As you can see, that’s A LOT of sugar and artificial ingredients with very little pumpkin. So in order for me to enjoy one of my favorite Fall drinks again, I decided make this much healthier version: Paleo and Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte!
Paleo and Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe
Made with REAL, organic pumpkin, there’s nothing in this pumpkin spice latte that’s questionable or fake. And, in my opinion, it tastes so much better than the Starbucks version without being loaded with sugar.
I’ve been making my lattes using my immersion blender, and it works really well in creating that foamy layer. You can use a regular, high-powered blender as well or a latte frother if you have fancy gadgets in your kitchen.
Instead of spending your hard earned dollars on the Starbuckp Pumpkin Spice Latte, make this healthier and tastier version at home instead! It only takes a few minutes to make and your wallet and your body will say thank you.
Paleo and Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup organic canned pumpkin
- 1/2 cup almond or coconut milk
- 1 cup strongly brewed coffee
- 2 tsp maple syrup, or more to taste Omit if on Whole30 or RESTART
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice (or cinnamon), plus more for garnish
- Optional: 1 tbsp of grass-fed collagen Use code GREATGRANDMA10 for 10% off!
Instructions
- Place pumpkin and coconut or almond milk in a saucepan and heat over medium heat until it starts to boil. Whisk together then take off heat.
- Place all ingredients in a high-powered blender or use an immersion blender, and blend for 2-3 minutes until foamy. Add more maple syrup, if desired, and blend again.
- Pour into a mug, sprinkle with more pumpkin pie spice before enjoying.
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i cant wait to try your version..it is starting to get chilly here and i love it.
Hope you enjoy! It’s such a cozy treat. 🙂
Can’t wait to try this! Love the addition of collagen. 🙂
Where is that mug from? I love it! So cozy looking.
Thanks so much! I actually got it at a local thrift shop. Sorry, the brand isn’t on the mug.
Where can I buy the Pumpkin pie Spice?
Thank you!
You can easily find them at any grocery store! I think Trader Joe’s has it as well. If you can’t find it, you can just substitute with cinnamon, or make your pumpkin pie spice (a combination of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, cloves).
Thank you so much!
And thanx for the recipe.
Can’t wait to try!
Hope you like it!
Could you add the nutritional content of this drink please? This looks great. I’m heading out to get the ingredients now!
Added! I calculated using almond milk. Enjoy!
How long is the creamer mixture good for?
I would say about 3-4 days in the fridge. It’s best used right away though.
I used to love PSL from Starbucks too, but also found it to be way too sweet as my tastes changed. This was really yummy!!
Thanks so much. So glad you enjoyed it! 🙂