Pumpkin Latte

My obsession with pumpkin is growing.
I have been drinking pumpkin lattes like it is my job.

I know many people who wait anxiously for their favorite coffee shops to bring out the pumpkin flavored coffees and lattes in the fall. I was never a huge fan, since cinnamon is not my favorite flavor. I wait for the Peppermint Mocha during the holidays.

My brother in law mentioned a few weeks ago that he tried a pumpkin coffee at a very popular coffee chain. He said it was gross.
So I did some sleuthing and found out why.

America runs on coffee +  Pumpkin Spice Syrup.

A syrup that has artificial flavors, preservatives and 34 grams of sugar! (in a medium coffee).
(I apologize if I just ruined your favorite morning beverage)

I like to think my pumpkin latte is just as delicious, and a whole lot healthier. 

Pumpkin Latte

• prepare one shot of espresso or 2 oz of very strong coffee
• mix 1/3 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of pumpkin puree
• heat milk/pumpkin and add to coffee
• stir in 1-2 teaspoons of maple syrup
• garnish with cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice

Since the cinnamon is not my favorite I add 1/2-1 teaspoon to my espresso (or coffee) grounds, so I just get a hint of spice.
I also use the frothing attachment on my espresso maker to steam my milk.

Its not a big deal if you don't have one, but they make a nice, inexpensive milk frother at IKEA.

The maple syrup in this is wonderful!
You may want to make a double.