Pumpkin Spice Syrup

Pumpkin Spice Syrup

This Starbucks pumpkin spice syrup is an easy to make, homemade syrup that is perfect for mixing into coffee or cocktails. You can make a large batch in 20 minutes and have pumpkin spice lattes all fall season long!

Ingredients

  • pumpkin purée
    ½ c
  • brown sugar

    packed

    ½ c
  • water
    ½ c
  • pumpkin pie spice
    2 tsp
  • cinnamon
    ½ tsp
  • vanilla extract
    ½ tsp

Directions

  1. 1

    Add the pumpkin purée, brown sugar, water, pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon to a medium saucepan. Heat over medium to high heat, whisking occasionally.

  2. 2

    Continue to heat, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until the brown sugar has fully dissolved and the syrup is smooth.

  3. 3

    Remove the pumpkin syrup from the heat and let cool for 5 minutes. Pass the mixture through a cheesecloth to strain out all the pumpkin purée. You should be left with a smooth, liquid syrup.

  4. 4

    Let the syrup cool to room temperature before storing.

Pumpkin Spice Syrup

Pumpkin Spice Syrup

51 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving that signature, cozy taste of autumn in your mug without the coffee shop line? This homemade Pumpkin Spice Syrup is your secret weapon, bringing authentic fall flavors right to your kitchen. Get ready to transform your morning coffee into a café-quality delight, effortlessly.

Why This Recipe Works

This recipe shines because it delivers an authentic Starbucks copycat pumpkin spice syrup experience in just about 20 minutes of active time. You'll combine simple pantry staples like pumpkin purée, brown sugar, and a warming blend of spices to create a rich, flavorful syrup. It's designed to make a generous batch, ensuring you have plenty of this liquid gold to enjoy all fall season long.

What to Expect

Prepare for a wonderfully sweet and aromatic syrup that captures the essence of pumpkin pie in liquid form. The brown sugar lends a deep, caramel-like sweetness that perfectly complements the robust warmth of the pumpkin pie spice and additional cinnamon. Its consistency is ideal for swirling into hot or iced beverages, dissolving smoothly to infuse every sip with that comforting, spicy pumpkin flavor. Each serving offers a delightful treat, adding a mere 51 calories to your favorite drink.

Customization & Variations

While this recipe is perfect as written, you can easily tailor the spice profile to your preference. Feel free to adjust the amounts of pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon to make it milder or more pronounced. For an extra hint of warmth, consider adding a tiny pinch of ground ginger or cloves. Don't limit yourself to just coffee; this versatile syrup also shines when mixed into autumnal cocktails or drizzled over desserts.

Serving & Context

This pumpkin spice syrup is a must-have for the fall season, ideal for elevating your daily coffee ritual or impressing guests with homemade seasonal beverages. It's the perfect way to embrace cozy autumn vibes, one delicious sip at a time, whether in a latte or a festive cocktail.

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