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A rich and creamy Caffeine-Free Pumpkin Spice Latte made with almond milk, real pumpkin, roasted dandelion root tea and a touch of maple syrup.
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Indulge in the flavours of fall with a healthier twist on the classic Pumpkin Spice Latte! This caffeine-free version features the same irresistible blend of rich pumpkin, warming spices and creamy goodness but with a nutritious upgrade.
Made with real pumpkin, roasted dandelion tea, creamy almond milk and a splash of maple syrup, this PSL is soothing to your taste buds and gentle on your stomach.
It's the perfect alternative for those looking to reduce their caffeine intake and avoid dairy products. Plus, a nourishing way to indulge in the velvety, autumn-flavoured brew.
What Makes This Pumpkin Spice Latte Healthier?
Real Pumpkin provides many nutrients, including vitamins A, C and E, potassium, magnesium and dietary fibre that's soothing to the gut and tummy.
Traditional Pumpkin Spice is made up of cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger and allspice. This warming blend of spices is full of properties that are great for digestion, blood sugar balance, elevating mood, reducing inflammation and strengthening the body's defence mechanisms.
Roasted Dandelion Root Tea is a rich and delicious caffeine-free alternative to coffee that's rich in calcium, antioxidants and properties that are great for liver health, digestion, reducing inflammation, glowing skin and more.
Pure Maple Syrup is used to sweeten this Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte, making it free of overly refined sugars.
Seasonal Benefits
Autumn is a great time to enjoy the benefits of fresh-made pumpkin purée. Plus, pumpkin pie spice offers a warming effect with plenty of antimicrobial properties that are great for supporting the immune system during the season's change.
How to Make A PSL with Real Pumpkin
Making a homemade Caffeine-Free Pumpkin Spice Latte with real pumpkin and almond milk is surprisingly simple. Plus, it's much more nutritious and, in my opinion, more flavourful.
What You Will Need
Equipment
- Small pot or saucepan to warm the milk.
- Stovetop for heating the milk.
- Wooden Spoon to stir the milk and prevent sticking.
- Frother or blend (optional) can be used to create an extra frothy latte.
- Mug to sip your latte out of.
Ingredients
- Roasted dandelion root tea is a nutritious, caffeine-free coffee substitute with a rich, full-bodied flavour.
- Pumpkin purée adds a rich creaminess, soothing fibre and many nutrients.
- Unsweetened almond milk provides a natural creaminess and subtle nutty undertones.
- Pumpkin ppice naturally adds that traditional warming autumn flavour.
- Pure maple syrup adds natural sweetness without overly refined sugars.
- Pure vanilla extract adds a touch of natural sweetness that elevates and balances the richness and earthy notes.
Step 1: Brew Tea
First, brew your roasted dandelion root tea. Whether using a tea bag or loose, steep in boiling water for at about 3 minutes or to your desired strength.
Step 2: Make Pumpkin Creamer
Add the pure maple syrup, pumpkin purée, pumpkin spice, and pure vanilla extract to a small saucepan. Heat over low, stirring consistently until well mixed. Once the consistency becomes paste-like, pour in the unsweetened almond milk and continue stirring until it begins to steam.
Step 4: Froth (Optional)
Once steaming, you can froth your creamer with a frother. Alternatively, you can zip the creamer in the blender for a few seconds. The blender works great if you find the pumpkin isn't fully dissolving or if you prefer an extra frothy latte.
Step 5: Combine Creamer and Dandelion Tea
Pour your frothed pumpkin creamer into your brewed roasted dandelion root tea.
Enjoy this delicious fall drink as is, or top with coconut or cashew whipped cream and add a sprinkle of pumpkin spice, cinnamon or cacao powder.
Substitutions & Variations
Any Milk of your choice can be substituted for the almond milk. Tigernut, oat and coconut are great choices to keep it dairy-free. You can always use goat or cow's milk if you don't need it to be dairy or lactose-free.
Cinnamon can be used on its own to replace the pumpkin spice. While it won't give that full pumpkin flavour, it's a great alternative when you're in a pinch or for those who prefer a milder taste.
Squash can be used in place of pumpkin! It has a similar taste, texture and nutritional profile.
Coffee or espresso can be used in place of the dandelion root tea if you do not need your latte to be caffeine-free.
My Top Tips
If using canned pumpkin, be sure to use pure pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie filling). Pumpkin Pie Filling has added sugars and spices that are not needed for this recipe. This Homemade Pumpkin Purée works great.
Use quality spices to get the freshest flavour. I love using homemade pumpkin pie spice to avoid any added sugars or fillers. It can also be adjusted to your liking.
FAQs
Not at all! The pumpkin spice and roasted dandelion root provide that same rich flavour. In fact, some people find that without the overpowering taste of coffee, they can better appreciate the drink's subtle nuances.
While it's best to enjoy your pumpkin spice latte fresh, you can make a larger batch and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Just be sure to give it a good stir before reheating or serving to maintain the creamy consistency.
Of course! You can adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more or less maple syrup. You can also use honey or coconut sugar to avoid heavily refined sugars.
Recipe Highlights
Cozy & comforting. This Caffeine-Free Pumpkin Spice Latte is full of rich creamy goodness and lots of warmth.
Nutrient-rich. Between the real pumpkin, dandelion root tea and traditional pumpkin spice blend, this latte is full of health-promoting nutrients.
Suitable for many diets. This Latte is suitable for dairy-free, gluten-free and vegan diets.
Easy to make. It's surprisingly simple to make a healthy homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte at homer. It comes together in just ten minutes with a handful of wholesome ingredients.
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Caffeine-Free Pumpkin Spice Latte (with Almond Milk)
Print RecipeEquipment
- Stovetop
- Saucepan / Pot
- Wooden Spoon
- Mug
- Frother / Blender (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 cup Almond Milk
- 2 tablespoon Pumpkin Purèe
- ¼ teaspoon Pumpkin Spice (or to taste)
- 1 teaspoon Pure Maple Syrup (or to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
- 1 teaspoon Roasted Dandelion Root Tea (or 1 Tea Bag)
- ½ cup Boiling Water
Instructions
- First, brew your roasted dandelion root tea. Whether using a tea bag or loose, steep in boiling water for about 3 minutes or to your desired strength.
- Add the pure maple syrup, pumpkin purée, pumpkin spice, and pure vanilla extract to a small saucepan. Heat over low, stirring consistently until well mixed. Once the consistency becomes paste-like, pour in the unsweetened almond milk and continue stirring until it begins to steam.
- Once steaming, you can froth your creamer with a frother. Alternatively, you can zip the creamer in the blender for a few seconds. The blender works great if you find the pumpkin isn't fully dissolving or if you prefer an extra frothy latte.Pour your frothed pumpkin creamer into your brewed roasted dandelion root tea.
- Enjoy this delicious fall drink as is, or top with coconut or cashew whipped cream and add a sprinkle of pumpkin spice, cinnamon or cacao powder.
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