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This recipe for my Easy Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Latte was borne out of a trip to Camden Market in London. I visited with my daughter, one of my sisters and my mum.

Before we headed off on the London Underground, we treated ourselves to a cheeky coffee in Starbucks and I tried the famous Pumpkin Spiced Latte. But wait! I am dairy free whilst Bethany is Coeliac. So having a proper Pumpkin Spiced Latte was not something I thought I could have.

I noticed that the screens above the tills said you could build your own latte including vegan cream so I was like whaaaa? Suffice to say I had the full works and enjoyed a latte with cream.

Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Latte by Glutarama

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  • Where does pumpkin spice latte come from?
  • Is there actually pumpkin in a pumpkin spice latte?
  • Why add real pumpkin to a PSL?
  • How do you make pumpkin spice?
  • Canned or fresh pumpkin?
  • How do I sweeten my pumpkin spice latte?
  • How to add dairy free cream to your latte
  • Useful equipment to make this latte
  • The adult pumpkin spice latte version!
  • What can I do with any leftover pumpkin?
  • Easy Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe

Where does pumpkin spice latte come from?

Why is Pumpkin Spice so popular now? That’s all thanks to Starbucks! That’s right, a Pumpkin Spiced Latte threw the spice into the stratosphere of popularity in 2003 – the worlds bonkers isn’t it. According to Food and Wine;

 Since 2003, Starbucks has sold more than 424 million PSLs in the U.S. alone.

FOOD & WINE – THE SURPRISING HISTORY OF PUMPKIN SPICE
Easy Homemade Pumpkin Spice by Glutarama

Is there actually pumpkin in a pumpkin spice latte?

I love, love, love researching where foods come from and this topic has been wonderful to find out about. Okay, it’s rather contemporary in comparison to some of my research on other recipes that I’ve developed to be gluten free but it’s still lovely to know these fun facts.

In the case of whether Pumpkin Spice Latte actually contains real pumpkin, the answer takes us right back to, you guessed it, Starbucks!

In the course of developing the PSL, the Starbucks research and development team poured espresso shots on top of pumpkin pies, tasting different combinations to determine the best ratio of cinnamon and nutmeg to coffee and steamed milk. But it wasn’t until 2015 that Starbucks started including real pumpkin in the drink.

FOOD & WINE – THE SURPRISING HISTORY OF PUMPKIN SPICE

So there you have it. Yes, there is real pumpkin in spice latte’s but not until recent years was it added.

Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Latte by Glutarama

Why add real pumpkin to a PSL?

I’ve tried making a pumpkin spice latte with and without real pumpkin. Without pumpkin the latte is just fine, you’ve got the sweetness, you’ve got the spice and you have the cream. However, with real pumpkin you reach a different level of PSL. With pumpkin puree, the latte is that little bit thicker, it’s got the true pumpkin flavour and you get a gentle orange tinge to the latte too.

What’s better? Well in my opinion dear reader, if you’re going to make a pumpkin spice latte then go all in and add the real thing.

How do you make pumpkin spice?

Homemade Pumpkin Spice
Save time when baking and instead of reaching for 4 spices, reach for one. This spice mix balances the perfect amount of cinnamon, ginger, clove and nutmeg for all your pumpkin spice needs.
Check out this recipe
Easy Homemade Pumpkin Spice by Glutarama

Canned or fresh pumpkin?

In this Dairy Free Pumpkin Spiced Latte recipe, I’ve opted for tinned or canned pumpkin puree. The reason being that I wanted to get the best colour achievable without adding colourings and I had no leftover pumpkin at the time.

I don’t know about you but I’m never convinced that these vibrant orange pumpkin recipes are purely natural, I always think there’s a bit of food colouring at play, maybe I’m wrong?

I’ve added pumpkin preparation guidelines below for anyone wanting to make their own pumpkin puree for this and many other recipes that require puree.

Ways to prepare a pumpkin for baking

Roast pumpkin; cut pumpkin into ¼ and de-seed, place in a roasting tray and cover with foil, bake at 200°C/180°C Fan for at least 60 mins (depending on size of pumpkin). Remove and cool, once cooled scoop out the cooked soft flesh and use of freeze for later.

Boiled pumpkin; peel and cut pumpkin removing all seeds. Chop and add to a big pan of water, boil until tender. Drain pumpkin and leave over the sink to ensure all excess liquids run away. Pop into a blender and puree, as above use or freeze.

Steamed pumpkin; as above really but you steam it!

Microwaved pumpkin; Not tried this but I have it on good authority that you can peel and cut the pumpkin and microwave in a glass bowl with a drop of water.

Perfect Pumpkin Puree
The base for so many Thanksgiving, Halloween and harvest time recipes. This perfect pumpkin puree is, in my humble opinion, the best way to make puree with the richest colour, flavour and texture. Ideal mixed with my homemade pumpkin spice to turn into pumpkin pies, breads, biscuits and more.
Check out this recipe
How to make the perfect pumpkin puree from scratch

How do I sweeten my pumpkin spice latte?

This recipe uses two type of sweetener. The first is in the form of a good quality vanilla extract but if pennies are tight and you only have vanilla flavouring then that’s fine too.

The second thing I use to sweeten my pumpkin spice latte is good old sugar. I add demerara sugar as it has a slight caramel flavour to it but white/granulated sugar is just a good.

How to add dairy free cream to your latte

You have two options here but in the images I’ve gone the less quick and easy route. The quick option would be to get your hands on a dairy free squirty cream. These can now be bought in supermarkets in the UK. Heavenly Squirty Cream is one such brand.

The second option is to make your own cream topping. It’s simple just a bit more fuss than squirty cream.

I simply whip a small amount of dairy free cream (usually plant based Elmlea or Heavenly) and add a little sugar to sweeten.

Then all that’s left to do, once your latte is poured, is to spoon the whisked cream on top of the latte a little at a time to prevent the cream from sinking.

Useful equipment to make this latte

  • small jug (for whipping cream)
  • large jug (for pumpkin spice latte)
  • measuring spoons
  • mini electric whisk (I use this for EVERY latte I make!)
  • 2x 250ml latte glasses

The adult pumpkin spice latte version!

My Simple Gluten Free Pumpkin Pie and Simple Vegan Pumpkin Pie recipes both have a good glug of brandy in them like the traditional versions in Mrs Beeton’s recipe books. So why not add a glug of brandy to these pumpkin spice latte’s too on a cold winters evening?

Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Latte by Glutarama

What can I do with any leftover pumpkin?

Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Fool
This simple Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Fool combine the familiar fool dessert of thick whipped cream folded with a pumpkin puree and the quintessential autumn flavouring pumpkin spice. What better way to celebrate the pumpkin harvest than with a free from dessert suitable for those on a gluten free, dairy free and vegan diet.
Check out this recipe
Pumpkin Spice Fool made gluten free and dairy free
Gluten Free Pumpkin Biscuit Delights
A delicious gluten free version of the Little Debbie Pumpkin Delights. These Gluten Free Pumpkin Biscuits are simple to make, adorable to display and are the perfect treat this Halloween
Check out this recipe
Gluten Free Pumpkin Biscuits inspired by Little Debbie Pumpkin Delights
Easy Gluten Free Spiced Pumpkin Roll
This deliciously simple pumpkin roll is filled with sweet pumpkin puree and pumpkin spices. So easy to make and only 4 main ingredients this is a quick bake you can make for unexpected guests and last minute get togethers at Halloween. Otherwise, it’s a gorgeous sweet pastry to enjoy any cold autumn or winters teatime or evening.
Check out this recipe
Simple to make homemade Pumpkin Roll, gluten free and dairy free
Vegan Smoked Cheese and Pumpkin Scones
The perfect recipe for using up that pumpkin flesh around Halloween, or, if you're like me and freeze your pumpkin you can enjoy these all year round! These Cheese and Pumpkin Scones are gluten free, dairy free and egg free so they are vegan too.
Check out this recipe
Cheese and Pumpkin Scones Recipe made gluten free with dairy and egg free options.

Easy Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe

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Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Latte by Glutarama

Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Latte

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A deliciously simple homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte that's dairy free but just like the Starbucks famous PSL we've grown to know and love. This recipe is naturally gluten free and vegan using plant based non dairy ingredients perfect for two hot cups to enjoy with a friend at Halloween or over the festive period.
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Prep Time 6 mins
Course Drinks
Cuisine American, Vegan
Servings 2 glasses
Calories 224 kcal

Equipment

  • 1pt glass jug
  • 500 ml glass jug
  • set of measuring spoons
  • mini whisk idea for making latte's
  • 2 250ml glasses

Ingredients
  

For the pumpkin spice latte

  • 400 ml dairy free milk I use soya milk
  • 3 tbsp pumpkin puree
  • 1 tbsp demerara sugar
  • 1 tsp pumpkin spice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 shots espresso [see notes for alternative options]

For the vegan cream

  • 100 ml soya cream or usual dairy free alternative
  • 1 tsp granulated sugar

For decoration

  • 1 tsp demerara sugar
  • pinch pumpkin spice

Instructions
 

To make the pumpkin spice latte [coffee machine version]

  • In the larger of two jugs, measure out the milk alternative, tablespoons of pumpkin puree, sugar and spice. Give a good stir (I use my rechargeable mini milk frother whisk).
  • Add the jug to the microwave (or heat gentle on a stove) until hot enough to drink.
  • Make a double espresso in your coffee machine and add this to the pumpkin latte. Give it anther whisk.
    TOP TIP: the frothy pumpkin latte helps the vegan cream to stay afloat.
  • Pour the latte equally into your serving glasses.

To make the pumpkin spice latte [kettle version]

  • Repeat all the points above but instead of using a coffee machine in method no.3, make a strong black coffee. (1tbsp instant coffee per person then 1tbsp boiled water per person – so for two servings that 2tbsp coffee | 2tbsp water).

To make the vegan cream

  • Add your plant cream to the smaller jug, sweeten to taste and using a whisk (I use my mini electric whisk again) whip the cream so it forms soft peaks.
  • Carefully spoon the sweetened 'cream' over each pumpkin spice latte taking care as you go so that it floats on top.
  • Finally sprinkle with a little sugar, I like to use demerara and add a pinch of pumpkin spice.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Dairy Free Pumpkin Spice Latte
Amount per Serving
Calories
224
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
 
1
g
5
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
5
g
Sodium
 
139
mg
6
%
Potassium
 
463
mg
13
%
Carbohydrates
 
27
g
9
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
24
g
27
%
Protein
 
7
g
14
%
Vitamin A
 
4293
IU
86
%
Vitamin C
 
15
mg
18
%
Calcium
 
291
mg
29
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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