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homemade pumpkin spice latte

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte Mix

This simple homemade pumpkin spice latte mix delivers coffee shop flavor without the premium price. Combining creamy powdered milk with warm autumn spices and instant coffee, it creates a delicious seasonal beverage that's ready in seconds and works beautifully hot or iced.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 65
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Tbsp instant espresso or strong instant coffee
  • 1 Tbsp pumpkin spice
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ½ cup powdered milk
  • Pinch of salt optional, to balance sweetness
  • ¼ tsp vanilla powder optional, for extra flavor

Equipment

  • Medium bowl
  • Whisk
  • Airtight container

Method
 

  1. Gather all ingredients: powdered milk, sugar, pumpkin spice, and instant espresso (plus optional salt and vanilla powder if using).
  2. Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk thoroughly until perfectly blended with no clumps or streaks remaining.
  3. For a finer texture, transfer the mixture to a food processor and pulse a few times until uniform and silky smooth.
  4. Transfer the completed mix to an airtight container and label with serving instructions.
  5. To serve: Stir about 3 tablespoons of mix into 1 cup of hot water. For a richer drink, use hot milk instead of water, or a combination of both.
  6. For an iced version, dissolve 3 tablespoons of mix in 2-3 tablespoons of hot water, then add cold milk and pour over ice.

Notes

This mix keeps well in your pantry for up to three months in an airtight container. For a dairy-free version, substitute coconut milk powder for the powdered milk. Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more or less sugar, or try monk fruit or stevia for a sugar-free option (start with half the amount). For a chocolate variation, add 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder to the mix.
This makes a wonderful homemade gift - package in small Mason jars with serving instructions for a thoughtful seasonal present.