Ingredients
2 shots espresso
1 cup (240ml) cold milk
2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Ice cubes
Whipped cream (optional)
Pinch of nutmeg (for garnish)
Instructions
Brew 2 shots of espresso.
In a small saucepan, combine pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon. Heat for 5 minutes until aromatic, whisking to prevent clumps.
Add espresso, hot pumpkin spice mixture, and milk to a glass.
Stir in vanilla extract.
Top with whipped cream (if using), ice, and a pinch of nutmeg.
Notes
Use oat milk or almond milk for vegan version.
Adjust sweetness by reducing maple syrup.
Substitute pumpkin pie spice with cinnamon + nutmeg mixture if unavailable.
Works with stovetop espresso method or strongly brewed coffee.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 5
- Category: High Protein Meals
- Method: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 full size
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 65mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg