Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte
Last Updated on July 12, 2024 by Annie
Dive into pumpkin spice season with this naturally sweetened vegan pumpkin spice latte. Made with real pumpkin puree and warming pumpkin pie spices this oat milk pumpkin spice latte is fall in a mug.
When sweater weather comes knocking, there are a few things I do more than anything else:
- Buy more sweaters. Obviously the new season calls for new sweaters.
- Bake pumpkin spice goodies like pumpkin spice cookie bars, pumpkin chocolate chip muffins, or pumpkin snickerdoodles.
- Spend all of my possible time outside.
- Drink all the lattes!!
While many coffee shops have started offering a variety of non-dairy milk options for their beverages, there is nothing better than making my own latte at home and sipping it out on our patio.
This vegan pumpkin spice latte is inspired by the cult classic fall beverage and adapted from Ambitious Kitchen’s Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe.
Why We Love This Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte
Made with simple, wholesome ingredients, this oat milk pumpkin spice latte is sure to be the fall pick me up your soul is craving.
- Made with 6 ingredients. This delicious fall latte is made with simple, whole ingredients.
- Comforting. The pumpkin pie spice mixed with the warm oat milk and espresso gives all the cozy fall feels.
- Probably cheaper in the long run? You probably have most of these ingredients on hand anyway so it’s much less expensive than a $6 small latte from the barista.
Dairy-Free Changes to Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte
Here are the main ingredients you will want to swap for a dairy-free and vegan alternative when you make this oat milk pumpkin spice latte.
- Non-dairy milk– In place of a traditional milk, use a dairy-free or vegan option like oat milk or almond milk.
- Maple Syrup– A simple sweetener that keeps the latte deliciously vegan.
- Vegan whipped topping– Used to finish off your latte, optional but totally delicious.
How to Make an Oat Milk Pumpkin Spice Latte
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Oat milk– Warmed and frothed before pouring into the espresso mixture. You can also use other non-dairy milks, I just love how oat milk froths up.
- Espresso– A double shot of espresso for that perfect morning pick me up.
- Pumpkin Puree– Fresh from the can!
- Maple Syrup– Used to sweeten the latte.
- Pumpkin Pie Spice– To add a little cozy spice to the coffee.
- Vanilla– A boost of flavor.
- Vegan whipped topping– Optional but totally delicious.
Step-by-Step Directions for a Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte
- Make espresso: Brew your espresso or coffee into a tall coffee cup.
- Add pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla.
- Mix the ingredients together.
- Heat oat milk: In a microwave safe mug, heat oat milk.
- Froth for about 30 seconds after heating.
- Pour the frothed oat milk over the espresso mixture.
- Top with vegan whipped topping and dust with a little pumpkin pie spice.
Helpful Kitchen Tools
When you get ready to make these delicious oat milk pumpkin spice lattes, here are some helpful kitchen tools you might consider using.
- Milk frother– I used this frother to mix the pumpkin puree into the espresso and to froth the oat milk.
- Tall glass coffee cup– I like to use a glass mug when I use the frother because so it doesn’t scratch up the surface.
Serving Suggestions
This warm, vegan pumpkin spice latte pairs well with a number of different desserts! Here are some of my favorites!
- Vegan Shortbread Cookies
- Eggless Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Vegan Snickerdoodles
- Dairy-Free Sugar Cookies
To finish off your oat milk pumpkin spice latte I highly recommend a plant-based non-dairy whipped topping. Here are a few I have used with this recipe:
More Warm Drinks for Fall
If you tried this vegan pumpkin spice latte recipe please let me know in the comments below!
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Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte
Learn how to make your own vegan pumpkin spice latte at home with natural ingredients for a deliciously dairy-free fall latte.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces Espresso or 1/2 cup fresh brewed coffee
- 1 Tablespoon Pumpkin Puree
- ½ Tablespoon Maple Syrup
- ¼ teaspoon Pumpkin Pie Spice
- ½ teaspoon Vanilla
- ½ cup Oat Milk
Instructions
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Brew 2 ounces espresso or ½ cup of coffee and pour into a tall coffee cup.
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Add 1 Tablespoon pumpkin puree, ½ Tablespoon maple syrup, ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, and ½ teaspoon vanilla. Mix the ingredients together.
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In a microwave safe mug, heat ½ cup oat milk. Froth for about 30 seconds after heating
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Pour the frothed oat milk over the espresso mixture.
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Top with vegan whipped topping and dust with a little pumpkin pie spice.
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