Description
This cozy and delicious Homemade Pumpkin Spice Coffee Syrup is a perfect way to bring the flavors of fall to your morning cup. Made with pumpkin purée, warming spices, and natural sweeteners, this syrup can be simmered on the stovetop in just 15 minutes. Use it to sweeten your coffee or espresso drinks for a comforting treat any time of year.
Ingredients
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Pumpkin Spice Syrup Ingredients
- 1/4 cup pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup maple syrup or honey (or 1/3 cup brown sugar)
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 1 cinnamon stick (for simmering)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a saucepan, whisk together pumpkin purée, water, maple syrup (or honey/brown sugar), pumpkin pie spice, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt over medium heat. Optionally, add a cinnamon stick for extra flavor.
- Simmer: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Allow it to simmer for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will help the syrup thicken slightly and let the spices infuse.
- Add Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the syrup cool for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Strain (Optional): For a smoother syrup, strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve to remove any pumpkin solids or spice particles.
- Store: Transfer the cooled syrup to a clean jar or bottle. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Shake well before each use to combine any settled ingredients.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by using maple syrup, honey, or brown sugar according to your preference.
- The optional cinnamon stick adds a deeper cinnamon flavor while simmering but can be omitted.
- Straining is optional but recommended for a smoother texture in beverages.
- Shake the syrup well before using as ingredients may settle when refrigerated.
- Store the syrup in the fridge and use within two weeks for best flavor and safety.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage Syrup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: pumpkin spice syrup, pumpkin coffee syrup, homemade coffee syrup, fall coffee syrup, pumpkin syrup recipe, seasonal coffee syrup
