I used to drink coffee at Starbucks. That was before I knew anything about coffee.
I’m not trying to diminish any of you Starbucks lovers out there, but I guess it’s suffice to say that Starbucks has a long way to go when it comes to the quality of their beans, and that has caused me to seek out home espresso machines, local coffee roastery’s and a better coffee experience.
But the problem was, I absolutely LOVE Starbucks’ “Pumpkin Spice Latte”.
Now, sure you can buy the same syrup that Starbucks uses in their famous pumpkin spice lattes, but I really hate spending money on something full of artificial flavours and perservatives… especially when I can make it myself.
So to mark the beginning of fall I have done some testing and created my very own pumpkin spice latte syrup… and you know what?
It’s amazing.
Here’s the recipe:
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup of pureed pumpkin
- 1 Tsp. Fresh ground nutmeg
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 vanilla bean
- 5 cloves
- 2 cups water
- 4 cups granulated sugar
Take all of the ingredients and put them in a medium sauce pan over medium heat.
Simmer this mixture while stirring until thick (about 10-15 minutes) and strain into a glass bottle (dollar stores are great for these).
DONE!
That was easy. Now just put about a tablespoon into your espresso before adding your steamed milk and you’ve got yourself an even more awesome pumpkin spice latte!
Disclaimer:
This syrup may cause sheer joy, mouth watering, and eye rolling pleasure when poured over our buttermilk pancakes or french toast.