This vegan pumpkin spice latte is the best way to warm up your insides! Easy to make and healthier than the store bought version.
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Anyone else love that cup of hot soothing goodness when the crisp weather hits? Here in SoCal, that's about 65 degrees. HAHA!!
While I am all for treating yourself to the fall favorite pumpkin spice latte from your local Starbucks, making it at home can be just as delicious and not leave you feeling like you want to puke after. It's also the perfect dip for some pumpkin chocolate chip cookies. YUM
Ingredients
There are a few great options with ingredients for this one, depending on how healthy you want to go! Pure coconut cream is rich and adds some great creaminess here, it just needs some maple syrup to give it that sweet touch.
- Dairy Free Milk
- Coffee
- Coconut Cream
- Pumpkin Puree
- Maple Syrup
- Seasonings
For the milk you use, the creamier ones work best for flavor so I like cashew, oat or coconut best. But any milk works. This is in addition to coconut cream which is the top layer of a chilled can of full fat coconut milk.
Any type of coffee works here, but the better the quality the more delicious the end result will be. Just like they say don't cook with a wine you wouldn't drink, the same goes for coffee. Here are some great options:
When it comes to sweeteners, I use maple syrup both because I love the rich flavor of fall it brings.
If you want another quick way to make this creamy and sweet all at once, try the delish creamers by So Delicious Dairy Free ! I love the plain vanilla, but they have some yummy options.
How To Make Vegan Pumpkin Spice Lattes
It's easier than you think to get that cozy Fall flavor at home...without all the artificial stuff!
- Whisk all ingredients over medium low heat.
- Pour into a heat safe cup.
- Add some delicious toppings.
- Enjoy!
Serving suggestions
If you're not a coffee fanatic, or if your kids want in on the Fall fun (we all know they don't need any more energy!), you can omit the coffee. All you need to do is add more milk instead!
Perfect your Pumpkin Spice Latte with these optional toppings:
Tips and Tricks
- The higher in fat your dairy free milk, the creamier it will be.
- If you need more kick than coffee, substitute it for 2-3 shots of espresso.
- Prepare the whipped cream and caramel sauce beforehand to save time when you're ready to sip!
- If somehow you end up with leftovers, or if you want to prepare ahead of time, you can store sealed in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Just make sure to mix it well as the spices and puree may settle, potentially giving it a grainy texture.
- To reheat, pour into a microwave safe mug and heat for 30 seconds to one minute until your desired temperature.
Common Questions
Believe it or not, pumpkin spice contains ZERO pumpkin! It's the seasoning blend that traditionally gives pumpkin pies their flavor, but in recent years has gained more versatility. The seasoning blend generally contains cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and allspice.
More often than not, no. That's why I just had to create this recipe! I knew the creamy Fall deliciousness could be created without dairy, and I was right!
Coconut cream is simply the top layer of cream in a can of cold full fat coconut milk.
More Pumpkin Recipes
If your love for pumpkin doesn't end at lattes, check out these other vegan pumpkin recipes:
- Gluten Free Pumpkin Pie
- Pumpkin Cupcakes with Salted Caramel Frosting
- Pumpkin Energy Balls
- Pumpkin Spice Donuts
- Cinnamon Apple Pumpkin Pie French Toast
Healthy Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte
Ingredients
- 1 cup dairy free milk , I used cashew
- 1 cup brewed coffee , see note
- ¼ cup coconut cream , sub with vanilla dairy free creamer if preferred (I tried So Delicious Coconut Milk creamer)
- ¼ cup maple syrup , don't use if your creamer is sweetened
- ¼ cup pumpkin puree , not pumpkin pie filling
- 1 ½ teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- Dash sea salt
Optional (but highly recommended):
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract , or ¼ teaspoon vanilla bean powder
- Dairy-free whipped cream , I use this homemade vegan version
- Pumpkin Caramel Sauce
Instructions
- Place all main ingredients in a pot over medium low heat and whisk well (if using vanilla add that too). Allow to simmer, but don’t boil. Simmer about 5 minutes.
- As another option, you can blend all ingredients on high until heated through.
- Pour into heat safe cups.
- Top with whipped cream and pumpkin caramel if preferred (but you should)!
Notes
- You can use any dairy-free milk you prefer. The higher in fat, the more creamy it will be.
- You can sub the coffee with 2-3 shots strong espresso.
- Coconut cream is the top cream layer of a can of cold full fat coconut milk.
- I made this with both coconut cream and also subbed creamer and both were great.
- To make this coffee free and more of a hot pumpkin drink, sub the coffee for more milk.
- Nutrition facts are with the coconut cream and maple syrup version without toppings.
- Make pumpkin caramel and/or whipped cream, if not buying it.
- Make the coffee free version.
Recipe by Veggies Don’t Bite, visit our site for more great plant-based recipes.
Nutrition
Nutrition and metric information should be considered an estimate.
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Grace D
This looks SO delicious! Ideal for me, a non-coffee, non-caffeine lady. But I’m puzzled about one thing. What is Pumpkin Caramel and where does one find it?!
veggiesdontbite
Hi Grace! I just noticed that it wasn't linked. It's a recipe on my site! I linked it for you to check out.
Emily Kemp
I love that this is coffee free, looks delicious!
Bethany @ athletic avocado
This drink>>>>>>starbucks PSL. Holy mother of pearl, this drink is literally everything I want and more! I'd take it over coffee any day!
veggiesdontbite
Thank you so much Bethany!! I love being able to make it at home instead of spending bank at starbucks! LOL
Vegan Heaven
I can't get enough of pumpkin spice! These look so yummy 🙂
veggiesdontbite
Thank you! Me either!
Valerie
My thought as I took the first sip: "I wonder if there is any way in the world that I am going to like this."
Then I fell over from deliciousness.
veggiesdontbite
Haha!!! You totally made my day. Thank you Valerie!
Gin
These drinks sound like the perfect just a little bit decadent treat for a chilly fall night! The caramel-pumpkin spice combo has me panting.
veggiesdontbite
Thanks Gin!! I love pumpkin spice!
Mandy
I'm typing this while sitting by our fireplace and now all I need is a big mug of this! YUM!!! It's been so chilly here lately that we said goodbye to cold smoothies...it was sad, but now it's all about warm beverages and soup! I love that this doesn't contain coffee - years ago I used to give Starbucks a lot of money for their pumpkin spice drinks, but this sounds way better - and better for you 😉 And the addition of your pumpkin caramel is a must! Love the shot of your kiddo stealing a sip!
veggiesdontbite
Thanks Mandy!! Yep, perfect warm your belly fall inspired drink! My kiddos love it!
Tazim
Yummy! I've always thought about making my own pumpkin drink but haven't found a recipe I liked yet!
veggiesdontbite
Thank you! Hopefully this is the one!
Mel |avirtualvegan.com
I am a real coffee lover but I only like it strong and black so I always feel a bit left out when everybody is drinking their lovely looking pumpkin lattes etc. Now I can treat myself to one of these! It looks awesome :O)
veggiesdontbite
You can enjoy them both! Thanks Mel!
Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day
I saw your Instagram post and starting drooling! This is perfect for a non-coffee drinker like myself.
veggiesdontbite
Awe, thanks Amy!!! It is a great non coffee option!! Yay for us!!
cakespy
I would happily leave coffee behind for a while to enjoy this sweet treat. Looks absolutely delicious.
veggiesdontbite
Thanks! Definitely gives you that fall cozy feel!
Linda @ Veganosity
This looks so good! I'm actually the opposite of you when it comes to caffeine. I could drink an espresso before bed and sleep like a baby. Soooo, I'll take both of those drinks, with a shot of espresso. 😉
veggiesdontbite
That is crazy! If I had a shot of espresso I think my head would actually explode. HA! But thanks lady!