pumpkin spice latte

First, make the pumpkin spice syrup ---
While this is simmering, your house will smell WONDERFUL!!!!!

Pumpkin Spice Syrup
(adapted from here and here)

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon cloves

Mixing:

1. Combine all ingredients in small saucepan
2. Heat and stir until sugar is completely dissolved
3. Allow to cool, then store in airtight container in refrigerator
4. Use within 3 weeks

Now, let's mix the syrup with something rich and aromatic - -

Pumpkin Spice Latte

(makes one cup)

Ingredients:

• 4 oz whole milk, heated and whipped to add air
• 1 oz boiling water poured over 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder (dissolve powder)
• 2 tablespoons Pumpkin Spice Syrup, warmed

Mixing:

1. Pour all ingredients together
2. Whip to mix and add more air
3. Pour into your favorite fall tea / coffee cup
4. Top with Real whipped cream, sweetened with a dusting of powdered sugar and a few drops of vanilla
5. Sprinkle all with cinnamon

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