Cozy Up with a Mug of Pumpkin Spice Latte

As the days grow shorter and the temperatures begin to drop, bringing with them the crispness of autumn air, it’s the perfect time to seek refuge indoors. The chilly winds rustle through the trees, creating a symphony of sounds that signal the change of seasons. In this cozy atmosphere, there’s nothing quite like the aroma of spices filling the air, and your hands wrapped around a steaming mug of Pumpkin Spice Latte, a seasonal favorite that embodies the essence of fall.

Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup milk or milk alternative such as almond milk

• 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree

• 1 teaspoon ghee (clarified butter)

• 1 teaspoon of Pumpkin Spice (or make your own with 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg and a pinch of ground cloves)

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Sweetener of your choice

Immersion blender mixing milk, pumpkin puree, and spices

Directions

• Heat the milk in a pot over low heat until it almost simmers.

• Remove from the heat and add in the remining ingredients.

• With an immersion blender, blend on a high speed until it’s smooth. (If you don’t’ have an immersion blender, transfer milk to a blender, add in the other ingredients, and blend on high until the drink is smooth.)

• Pour into your favorite mug and sprinkle with more pumpkin spice or add a cinnamon stick. You could also add a dollop of whipped cream. 

Relax, sip and enjoy!