How to Make Your Own Pumpkin Spiced Latte or Steamers

Love a good pumpkin spiced latte or steamer? We do too! Especially our homemade version which are more like pumpkin and spice lattes and steamers because this version actually includes pumpkin!

Also Read: Pumpkin Puree, Pumpkin Pie, Pumpkin Spice Pudding, Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars, Pumpkin Scones, Fruit Rollups and Orange Pumpkin Loaf.

Instead of spending a gazillion dollars and calories on brand name store versions, we make our own version that has actual pumpkin or squash puree and the most delicious pumpkin pie spice.

Do not panic! We make sure the puree is super smooth, sweet and delicious. There’s no weird texture or squash flavour. My teenagers would not have had anything to do with these steamers if it tasted like mashed squash!

We’ve created a secret short cut so it’s easy to make one of these pumpkin and spice steamers anytime we want in three minutes or less.

Here’s our secret – frozen pumpkin spice concentrate. Check this out…

What you see above is homemade convenience. We’ve frozen our amazing spiced puree concentrate in ice cube trays. One frozen cube makes one pumpkin spice steamer, or latte.

Since most ice cube trays have 20 cubes – one tray will get you 20 steamers or lattes. Boo yah!

What’s in Squash Steamer Cubes?

Our pumpkin and spice concentrate is simply made with pumpkin or squash puree, pumpkin spice, maple syrup and brown sugar.

Start with super smooth pumpkin or squash puree. If it’s a little thick or lumpy, puree further with a blender and push through a fine mesh strainer.

Heat the puree with pumpkin pie spices (cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, cloves) and a little brown sugar and maple syrup.

Then add one to two teaspoons of concentrate to a latte, tea or steaming hot cup of frothy milk (any kind).

That’s it.

What is a Pumpkin and Spice Steamer?

Basically, it is a hot cup of milk (dairy or non-dairy – your choice) infused with pumpkin puree and pie seasoning.

What is a Pumpkin and Spice Latte?

It’s a steamer with the addition of a shot of espresso or extra strong brewed coffee. 

With either the steamer or latte, you can get a little more fancy by frothing the milk, adding a dollop of freshly whipped cream or simply sprinkling with a little cinnamon on top.

Can You Make Pumpkin and Spice Tea?

Yes! I actually just tried this the other day and it was delicious, reminded me a little of chai tea. I steeped a bag of regular orange pekoe tea (Red Rose) and then added a heaping teaspoon of pumpkin spiced concentrate and a splash of milk. Delicious!

Recipe for Homemade Pumpkin Spiced Concentrate

Here’s the recipe to make the concentrate. Freeze it in an ice cube tray and add one cube to hot milk, a latte or cup of black tea.

How to Get Squash Puree

Find more details in this post making homemade pumpkin puree. The following is a quick snapshot.

1. Wash squash. Cut in sections. Remove seeds.
2. Coat with oil, roast for 40 – 45 minutes at 375°F until soft and tender. Better to overcook than undercook for this recipe.
3. Let cool.
4. Scrape the flesh from the rind.
5. Use a blender, food processor or immersion blender to blend the flesh into the smoothest, silkiest puree you’ve ever seen. I’m talking super smooth! Add water if needed for squash like red kuri, kabocha or some butternut.
6. If you think there are any lumps or bits – push your puree through a fine mesh strainer.
7. Once you have super fine puree, you’re ready to make the concentrate or any other delicious treat!

Using Frozen Spiced Puree

I shared this idea and taste testers at a couple of workshops recently and everyone loved the steamers and the idea of having convenient cubes on hand. Just think how easy and impressive this will be when visitors pop by.

If you try this recipe, let me know how you enjoyed it and what type of squash or pumpkin you used. Oh and if you happen to be on Instagram, tag me @getgettys so I can see it and like it!

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