It's The Season For Pumpkin Spice

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This is the time of year to enjoy the flavor of pumpkin. It seems everyone is trying to invent their own recipe.  It may not be the real Pumpkin Spice Latte, but it is pretty close. Go ahead and give it a try. Don't forget to top it with whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice.

Ingredients You Will Need

  • 1 cup milk, divided

  • 1 tablespoon white sugar

  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin puree

  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1/4 cup brewed espresso 

  • Whipped cream (optional)

  • Sprinkles for top (optional)

Directions

  1. Blend 1/2 cup milk, sugar, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract in a small saucepan over low heat. Simmer for 5 minutes. Whisk in remaining 1/2 cup milk.

  2. Pour milk mixture through a fine strainer. Return milk mixture to saucepan and simmer, blending, 2 minutes. Add espresso and whisk until foamy.

  3. Add whipped cream and toppings as desired.