Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Latte

Slow cooker pumpkin spice latte is a warm and comforting fall beverage made with strong coffee, almond milk, real pumpkin, maple syrup, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice. This easy big-batch drink is naturally dairy-free and contains no refined sugar. It is perfect for fall brunches, Halloween parties, Thanksgiving gatherings, or any chilly day when you want a cozy homemade coffee drink. Instructions for Instant Pot pumpkin spice latte are also included.

Ingredients For Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Latte

• Strong brewed coffee: Brewed coffee form the base of the latte. Brew it slightly stronger than usual because its flavor will be softened by the almond milk and pumpkin. Regular or decaffeinated coffee may be used.
• Almond milk: Almond milk make the drink creamy while keeping it dairy-free. Unsweetened almond milk gives you the most control over the sweetness. 
• Pumpkin puree: Pure pumpkin puree adds pumpkin flavor, color, and body. Use plain pumpkin puree, not sweetened pumpkin pie filling.
• Maple syrup or honey: Naturally sweetens the latte. Use maple syrup for a vegan drink or honey if preferred.
• Vanilla: Vanilla extract complements the coffee, pumpkin, and warm spices.
• Pumpkin pie spice: Provide the latte’s signature fall flavor. If you do not have pumpkin pie spice, use 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg.

How To Make Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Latte

Slow Cooker

1. Add all the ingredients to the slow cooker. Whisk until well combined.
2. Cook on HIGH for 2 hours or LOW for 4 hours, or until the latte is hot. Stir occasionally if possible, and do not allow the mixture to boil.
3. Whisk well before serving. If desired, pour the latte through a fine-mesh strainer to remove sediment.
4. Reduce the slow cooker to WARM for serving. Ladle the latte into mugs and add your preferred toppings.

Instant Pot

1. Add the ingredients to the Instant Pot. Whisk until well combined.
2. Slowly whisk in the almond milk and brewed coffee.
3. Select SAUTÉ and use the LOW setting, if available. Heat uncovered for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until hot. Do not boil.
4. Turn off the Sauté function. Whisk well and strain if desired.
5. Select KEEP WARM for serving. Ladle the latte into mugs and add your preferred toppings.

Why You Will Love This Recipe

• Perfect for a group: The recipe makes approximately 7 to 8 cups, so you can serve several people without preparing individual lattes.
• Only six ingredients: This simple drink is made with everyday ingredients that are easy to find.
• Made with real pumpkin: Pumpkin puree adds authentic pumpkin flavor and gives the latte a rich texture.
• Naturally sweetened: Maple syrup or honey provides sweetness without granulated sugar.
• Dairy-free: Almond milk keeps the latte creamy without using dairy.
• Easy to customize: Adjust the sweetness, coffee strength, milk, or toppings according to your preference.
• Stays warm for serving: The slow cooker’s WARM setting makes this a convenient drink for brunches, parties, and holiday gatherings.

Pumpkin Recipes 

• Pumpkin Oatmeal

• Pumpkin Chili

• Pumpkin Bisque

• Beef Pumpkin Orzo Soup

FAQs & Tips

What Is pumpkin spice latte?

We have Starbucks to thank for pumpkin spice latte. They created the fall-themed coffee drink in the early 2000’s and to date it is their most popular seasonal drink. A traditional latte is made with espresso and steamed milk. A pumpkin spice latte adds pumpkin-inspired flavors such as cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves, along with sweetener and, depending on the recipe, real pumpkin. This slow cooker recipe is not intended to be an exact Starbucks copycat. It uses strong brewed coffee rather than espresso so you can easily prepare a large batch at home.

Pumpkin puree vs pumpkin pie filling

Use pure pumpkin puree for this latte. Pumpkin puree is cooked and pureed pumpkin without added sugar or spices. Pumpkin pie filling would make the drink much sweeter and would change the balance of the recipe. Use canned pumpkin or homemade cooked pumpkin puree. I use canned. 

What if you don’t have pumpkin pie spice?

Pumpkin pie spice is a blend of warm spices commonly used in pumpkin desserts and fall beverages. Most blends contain cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves, although the exact proportions vary by brand. If you do not have a prepared blend, replace the 1 1/2 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice with: 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, and 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg.

What type of coffee should you use? 

What type of brand of coffee you use for this pumpkin spice latte is up to you. Use strongly brewed coffee so the coffee flavor is not lost after adding the milk and pumpkin.

Do you have to use almond milk?

Nope! Feel free to substitute your preferred milk.

Can you adjust the sweetness?

Yes. 1/3 cup of maple syrup (or honey) produces a lightly sweetened latte. Taste the drink after it is hot and add more sweetener if needed. When serving a group, it is best not to make the entire batch overly sweet. Place additional maple syrup or honey near the slow cooker so each person can sweeten their own serving.

Is this pumpkin spice latte vegan?

The latte is vegan when it is made with maple syrup and dairy-free milk. Honey is not considered vegan, so use maple syrup if you are serving someone who follows a vegan diet.

Can you make this lower in carbohydrates?

To reduce the carbohydrates, use unsweetened almond milk and replace the maple syrup or honey with your preferred low-carbohydrate sweetener like monk fruit sweetener or stevia. The amount needed will depend on the product, so add it gradually and sweeten the latte to taste.

Why is there sediment in the latte?

Some settling is normal because the recipe contains real pumpkin and ground spices. Whisk the latte thoroughly before serving and occasionally while it is on the WARM setting. For a smoother drink, use an immersion blender briefly before serving or pour the latte through a fine-mesh strainer. Straining removes some of the ground spices and small pieces of pumpkin but does not change the flavor significantly.

How to serve slow cooker pumpkin spice latte

Serve the latte hot in mugs directly from the slow cooker. Top each serving with whipped cream or a dairy-free whipped topping, then finish it with a light sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon. For an extra festive presentation, garnish the mugs with cinnamon sticks. For parties, you can place toppings and sweeteners beside the slow cooker and let guests customize their drinks.

Can you serve this iced?

Yes. Let the prepared latte cool, then refrigerate it until chilled. Stir or shake it thoroughly before pouring it over ice. The pumpkin and spices will settle as the latte sits, so remixing it is important.

How to store leftovers

Let the pumpkin spice latte cool completely, then refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to 3 days. The pumpkin and spices will settle during storage, so shake or whisk the latte thoroughly before reheating. Reheat it gently in a saucepan over low heat, in the microwave, or in the slow cooker. Do not boil it. Leftovers may also be served cold over ice.

What size slow cooker do you use? 

I made this in a 3.5-quart slow cooker.

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Slow cooker pumpkin spice latte is a warm and comforting fall beverage made with strong coffee, almond milk, real pumpkin, maple syrup, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice. This easy big-batch drink is naturally dairy-free and contains no refined sugar. It is perfect for fall brunches, Halloween parties, Thanksgiving gatherings, or any chilly day when you want a cozy homemade coffee drink. Instructions for Instant Pot pumpkin spice latte are also included.

• Author: Shannon Epstein
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 2 hours
• Total Time: 2 hours 10 mins
• Yield: 7 to 8 cups 1x
• Category: Beverage
• Method: Slow Cooking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Dairy-Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Ingredients

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• 4 1/2 cups brewed strong coffee
• 3 cups almond milk or another milk of your choice
• 1 cup pure pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie mix)
• 1/3 cup maple syrup (or honey)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice

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Instructions

Slow Cooker

1. Add all the ingredients to the slow cooker. Whisk until well combined.
2. Cook on HIGH for 2 hours or LOW for 4 hours, or until the latte is hot. Stir occasionally if possible, and do not allow the mixture to boil.
3. Whisk well before serving. If desired, pour the latte through a fine-mesh strainer to remove sediment.
4. Reduce the slow cooker to WARM for serving. Ladle the latte into mugs and add your preferred toppings.

Instant Pot

1. Add the ingredients to the Instant Pot. Whisk until well combined.
2. Slowly whisk in the almond milk and brewed coffee.
3. Select SAUTÉ and use the LOW setting, if available. Heat uncovered for 5 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until hot. Do not boil.
4. Turn off the Sauté function. Whisk well and strain if desired.
5. Select KEEP WARM for serving. Ladle the latte into mugs and add your preferred toppings.

Notes

*Pressure cooking is not necessary because all the ingredients are already cooked or ready to consume. Gently heating the latte also reduces the chance that the almond milk will separate.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 cup
• Calories: 63
• Sugar: 9 g
• Sodium: 75.7 mg
• Fat: 1.2 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.1 g
• Carbohydrates: 12.1 g
• Fiber: 0.9 g
• Protein: 1.1 g
• Cholesterol: 0 mg

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