Nothing says autumn like a pumpkin spice latte. But the coffee shop version may include ingredients such as mono- and diglycerides, carrageenan, potassium sorbate, and more.
This homemade pumpkin spice latte gives you the same cozy fall flavor, but it’s made with real pumpkin, raw milk, colostrum, maple sugar, and other simple, whole-food ingredients that actually nourish your body.
Best of all, it takes just 5 minutes to make.
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What Makes This Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte Different?
The best part about making a pumpkin spice latte at home is knowing exactly what’s going into it.
This version keeps things simple:
- Real pumpkin puree for actual pumpkin flavor
- Maple sugar for sweetness
- Raw milk for a rich, creamy base
- Animal-Based Protein for an easy boost of high-quality animal protein
You still get the creamy, sweet, pumpkin-spiced latte you want, just made with ingredients we’d actually keep in our kitchen.
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How Do You Make a Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte?
You need 2 components: the latte base and the whipped cream topping. Both come together in under 5 minutes.
Latte Ingredients
- 2 tbsp pumpkin puree
- 1 tbsp maple sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 cup strong coffee or 2 shots of espresso
- 1 cup raw milk
- 1 serving Animal-Based Protein
Whipped Cream Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In your mug, mix the pumpkin puree, maple sugar, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice into a smooth paste.
- Pour in 2 shots of espresso (or 1 cup strong coffee) and stir until the paste fully dissolves.
- Add 1 cup of raw milk and 1 serving of ABP, then whisk or froth until combined.
- In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream, cinnamon, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until soft peaks form.
- Top your homemade pumpkin spice latte with the whipped cream and a final dusting of pumpkin pie spice.
Total time: 5 minutes. Yield: 1 latte.
Why Add Animal-Based Protein?
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One serving provides:
- 19 g whey protein
- 2 g freeze-dried trachea and scapula cartilage
- 2 g grass-fed colostrum
We like adding it to this homemade pumpkin spice latte because it’s an easy way to get more high-quality animal protein into something you’re already drinking.
And since it’s unflavored, you still taste the pumpkin, maple, coffee, and spices—not protein powder.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this homemade pumpkin spice latte without an espresso machine? Yes. Use 1 cup of strong drip coffee or French press coffee instead of espresso shots. The flavor holds up either way.
Can I substitute regular milk for raw milk in this homemade pumpkin spice latte? Yes. Pasteurized whole milk works as a direct substitute if raw milk isn’t available or accessible where you live.
Is this homemade pumpkin spice latte dairy-free? No. This recipe uses raw milk and heavy cream. For a dairy-free version, swap in full-fat coconut milk, though the texture and flavor will change.
How long does the pumpkin spice mixture keep in the fridge? Make a larger batch of the pumpkin puree, maple sugar, vanilla, and spice mixture, and it keeps for up to 3-5 days refrigerated in a sealed jar.
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- Healthy Angel Food Cake
- Animal-Based Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Recipe
- Homemade Samoas Protein Cookies: Easy 6-Ingredient Copycat
Bottom Line
This homemade pumpkin spice latte gives you all the fall flavor without the seed oils, sugary syrups, and random ingredients you don’t really need.
With real pumpkin, raw milk, and a scoop of ABP, it’s a cup of coffee that also nourishes your body for the day.
And it only takes 5 minutes and 8 simple ingredients to make.
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