Description
Delicious Pumpkin Cheesecake Latte recipe with options for hot and iced versions. Perfect for fall!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 shots (2.5 ounces / 75 ml) espresso, freshly brewed
- 8 ounces (240 ml) milk, your choice of dairy or plant-based (almond, oat, etc.)
- Torani Pumpkin Pie Sauce, for drizzling inside the cup and on top
- ½ – 1 tablespoon (7.5 – 15 ml) Torani Cheesecake Syrup
- Ice, as desired for iced version
- Whipped cream, for topping
- Pumpkin pie spice, for garnish
Instructions
- Step 1: Brew Espresso
- Step 2: Prepare Your Cup
- Step 3: Mix Ingredients Together
- Step 4: Add Whipped Cream
- Step 5: For a Hot Version
Notes
- Store the latte in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 hours to preserve freshness and flavor before drinking.
- Keep the latte in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Stir well before serving cold or reheated.
- Pour the latte into a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 1 month. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight and stir gently before consuming.
- If espresso tastes bitter, adjust brewing time to about 25 seconds for a smoother flavor.
- For less sweetness, reduce cheesecake syrup to ½ tablespoon to balance the sweetness without overpowering the pumpkin flavor.
- When milk does not froth well, heat it to 150°F (65°C) before steaming to improve texture and foam quality.
- If pumpkin pie spice does not blend evenly, sprinkle ¼ teaspoon into the milk before adding to espresso to enhance distribution.
- For a lighter latte, substitute half of the milk (4 ounces / 120 ml) with a dairy-free option such as almond milk without sacrificing flavor.
- Serve with pumpkin spice muffins, gluten-free scones, cinnamon sugar donuts, or chai-spiced granola bars. Add a caramel drizzle or toasted pecans as an extra topping. Additional pumpkin pie spice or chocolate shavings can be sprinkled on top for finishing touches.
- Substitute 4 ounces (120 ml) of milk with almond milk for a lower-fat option.
- Use strong brewed coffee instead of espresso if an espresso machine is unavailable.
- Use 100% pure pumpkin puree without additives for best pumpkin flavor and texture.
- Choose freshly brewed espresso shots for bold coffee flavor.
- Whole milk offers the creamiest texture; almond or oat milk are suitable lighter alternatives.
- Use light brown sugar for a rich molasses note if sweetening at home.
- Pure vanilla extract is preferred over imitation for a deeper flavor.
- Select a pumpkin spice blend containing cinnamon and nutmeg for authentic warmth.
- Homemade whipped cream can be sweetened with vanilla for added richness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: *Data not provided in sources*
- Sugar: *Data not provided in sources*
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- Saturated Fat: *Data not provided in sources*
- Unsaturated Fat: *Data not provided in sources*
- Trans Fat: *Data not provided in sources*
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- Cholesterol: *Data not provided in sources*