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Copycat Makeover: Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte (Vegan, Low Calorie)

Filed Under: Almond Milk, Breakfast, Copycat Recipes, Desserts, Drinks, Gluten Free, Grain Free, Low Carb, Paleo, Pumpkin, Recipe Makeover, Recipes, Single Serving, Stevia, Sugar Free, Under 50, Vegan

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What is fall without pumpkin?

Nothing. Absolutely nothing.

Some people wait all year for Starbucks famed Pumpkin Spice Latte, but for what?

Cheap, artificial pumpkin syrups.

Starbucks, you’re doing it all wrong. If you’re going to charge people $5 for a cup of coffee, you need to do a good job.

But you missed your window, and I did a good job for you. This version of the much beloved pumpkin-y treat is vegan, low calorie, and full of wholesome ingredients like actual pumpkin.

Sorry, Starbucks. You’re sitting this one out.

Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte

I may be biased, but I think this version is better. You tell me.

Nutrition Face Off:

Starbucks’ Version (16 oz. made w/ 2% milk and no whip)

Calories: 310

Fat: 6g.

vs.

My version (16 oz. and no whipped topping)

Calories: 46

Fat: 2.5g. (healthy almond fats!)

 

Ingredients

1c. unsweetened almond milk

1/4c. pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)

1/4t. cinnamon

1/4t. pumpkin pie spice

pinch of nutmeg

1 packet of stevia (or other sweetener to taste)

1/2c. hot strong brewed coffee (you can add more or less, depending on how coffee-y you want it.)

Combine spices, almond milk, and pumpkin. Microwave for 2 minutes and 30 seconds, or until very hot. (Microwave times may vary.)

Take it out and blend with my, I mean your, trusty immersion blender. You do have your trusty immersion blender ready, yes?

Good.

But if you don’t, I forgive you. And just to prove how much I like you, I’m going to say you can just use a regular old blender here instead. You still have to clean it, though.

Sorry. I can’t do everything.

Now top with some of your favorite whipped topping, dairy or not, and bid Starbucks goodbye.

What’s Starbucks, again?

Enjoy!

-Kelly M.

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Comments

  1. I was just trying to figure out ways to use up the end of a can of pumpkin... If only I had decaf coffee on hand I'd make this right now! Guess it will wait until the AM...
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    • Yay! I love pumpkin, too! It's so fun to be seasonal, isn't it? Although I eat pumpkin all year... Well, who wouldn't? You are very smart. You understand the awesomeness of pumpkin. ;) Thank you for reading!
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  6. Do you think I can use home-made pureed butternut? That's what I have at home and I'm dying to make this, because I love it at Starbucks and would be glad to be able to make my own =)
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    • I tried, and it's good! But I wonder if the butternut give a particular taste to it or not... I'l have to try with regular pumpkin ;) Thanks for the recipe!
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    • WOW does it ever! I was determined to make this tonight (blog reading at 8:00, grocery store by 8:30, sipping at 9:08!). Anyhow long story short its a touch late for coffee so I made it with a chai tea bag instead. I.have.no.words. Btw I'm such a sbux addict I reload my card in $50 increments. And no more. With tea and almond milk and pumpkin, this is healthy to boot. Yay yay yay BIG win!!!! Now excuse me, I have the beverage of the century to go enjoy.
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  8. Made this latte this morning. Yum! I think I like it better than the Hungry Girl version. Also, it was very filling. I normally have two cups of coffee, but I'm not sure I can hold another one after this. Thanks for the lighter version recipe!
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  11. Was researching a fake syrup Starbucks alternative! Hooray! Awesome recipe. Trying this tomorrow AM. You could probably make the pumpkin concoction the night before, yes? I have a newborn and that would be way easier if I could make that part ahead of time. Awesome blog!
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  13. You are a genius. Seriously though, your recipes are beyond awesome in the health department and the delicious department! bravo.
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  15. I was just trying to figure out at what point do you add the coffee? Before or after using the immersion blender. As soon as I get your answer, I'm going to try this:o)
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  18. OMG this looks amazing. I am going out tonight and get some canned pumpkin and try this. No immersion blender for me, but I might look into getting one.
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  19. For me, one of the best things about the arrival of Fall is Starbucks' Pumpkin Spice Latte. However, the sugar and caffeine levels are off the charts - this girl's metabolism (and waistline) just can't take it. So, I've been searching for healthier home versions and stumbled across yours! I ran right out and bought an immersion blender along with a few of the ingredients I didn't have on-hand. I used decaf coffee so it was a little less bold but I'm trying to break the caffeine habit. As I acclimate to the less bold and sugary flavor, I actually think I'll like this better! So happy I ran across your Blog - really love it! Happy Autumn!!
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