Fall is fast approaching, and with it, trendy coffee drinks like Starbucks’ infamous pumpkin spice latte. If you’re looking for a home-made alternative with just as much autumn spice, look no further than this list of fall-flavored favorites.
A quick recipe for homemade pumpkin spice latte asks that you combine 1 cup of milk, 1 tablespoon of white sugar, 1 tablespoon of pumpkin puree, 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract, and ¼ cup brewed espresso for your delicious better-than-Starbucks treat. If you’re feeling adventurous, substitute nutmeg for the pumpkin spice!
If you’re feeling especially adventurous, turn this recipe into an autumn night favorite with a splash of pumpkin pie vodka. Try mixing coffee, milk, RumChata, sugar, ground cinnamon, and the aforementioned pumpkin pie vodka for a new twist on the old crowd-pleaser.
Looking to cool down and savor the changing seasons? For a pumpkin smoothie, your ingredients will be 1 can of pumpkin puree, 2 cups milk, ¼ cup brown sugar, and 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon. In Mississippi, autumn arrives slowly, so drink this fresh pumpkin smoothie to cool down on a humid September afternoon.
If you’re looking for something to spice up your party, make punch using 2 oranges, 8 whole cloves, 6 cups apple juice, 1 cinnamon stick, 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg, 1/4 cup honey, 3 tablespoons lemon juice, and 2 1/4 cups pineapple juice. This party-favorite punch will give your home a lovely autumn aroma to welcome in your family and friends.
