The days of pumpkin spice lattes are among us! Did you know you can make your own Pumpkin Spice Syrup with only 3 basic ingredients?! It's all you need to make a PSL in the comfort of your own home! You can also mix it into drinks, glaze cakes, or top off your pancakes with it! Made with real pumpkin and fall spices, the flavor will add a delicious fall kick to your favorite autumn treats!
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What You Need to Make This Simple Syrup
Ingredients:
- Light brown sugar
- Pumpkin spice
- Pumpkin puree
- Water
Equipment:
- Small/medium saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring spoons
- Scale or measuring cups
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Step by Step Instructions
Making this syrup is incredibly easy and takes very little effort, but it yields big flavor!
Step 1 - Mix & simmer.
In a small/medium saucepan or pot, mix together the water, brown sugar and pumpkin spice. Bring it to a boil over medium-low heat, and then let it simmer on low for 10 minutes while whisking occasionally.
Step 2 - Add the pumpkin.
While the syrup is still hot, stir in the pumpkin puree until it's a nice homogenous mixture. Let it cool and then transfer it to a container with a lid for storage. I like to re-use jars or bottles from jam and maple syrup!
That's it, only 3 ingredients and 2 steps! This recipe should make a little less than 1 cup of syrup.
Adding pumpkin to the spiced brown sugar syrup The finished pumpkin syrup
How to Make a Pumpkin Spice Latte
Not only is it cheaper to make a homemade PSL with this recipe, it's way more delicious than Starbucks pumpkin spiced drinks! Plus, you can use your own cute mugs, like this little pumpkin mug!
I use my Breville Barista Express machine to make my own lattes, but you don't need fancy equipment to make your own! All you have to do is mix 1-2 tablespoons of the pumpkin spice syrup with a shot of espresso (or really strong coffee), and then pour in some steamed (or hot) milk! Add whipped cream and an extra sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice on top to make it even better. Note that the coffee/syrup/milk ratios can be adjusted to whatever your preference is!
FAQ & Storage
In an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Yes, this simple syrup is naturally gluten free.
I haven't tested it with a sugar substitution, but I'd love to hear how it tastes if you try!
Whisk together:
-3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
-2¼ teaspoons ground nutmeg
-2 teaspoons ground ginger
-1¾ teaspoons ground cloves
-1 teaspoon ground allspice
Pie filling usually has extra sugars & spices mixed into it, so I wouldn't recommend substituting it. If you do, I'd cut back a little on some of the brown sugar & pumpkin spice.
It's delicious mixed in with coffee recipes, warm spirits like whiskey, poured over breakfast foods like french toast, waffles, pancakes, etc., and brushed on top of cakes! Use your imagination - the possibilities are endless!
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📖 Recipe
Homemade Pumpkin Spice Syrup
Equipment
- Small/medium saucepan or pot
- Whisk
- Measuring spoons
- Scale or measuring cups
Ingredients
- 1 cup light brown sugar packed
- ½-¾ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice*
- 1 cup water
- 2-3 tablespoons pumpkin puree
Instructions
- Mix together the light brown sugar, pumpkin spice and water in a small/medium saucepan. Bring it to a boil over medium-low heat, then reduce it to low and let it simmer for 10 minutes. Whisk every few minutes.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree and then let the syrup cool before transferring it to a lidded container.
Notes
- 3 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 2 ¼ teaspoons ground nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 ¾ teaspoons ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
Michelle says
Can I substitute brown sugar with coconut sugar?
Kayla says
I haven't tried this but I think it should work! Would love to hear how it is if you try it!