This Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte is creamy, cozy, and full of warm pumpkin spice flavor, with that coffee-shop feel without all the added sugar. It’s the kind of drink I start craving as soon as the weather cools down.
It tastes like fall in a mug: smooth, warmly spiced, and just sweet enough. I love it hot on chilly mornings, but it’s also delicious over ice when the weather hasn’t quite caught up with pumpkin season.
- Why You’ll Love This Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte
- Is Pumpkin Spice Latte Keto?
- Can You Order a Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte at Starbucks?
- Ingredients You’ll Need
- Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix
- How to Make a Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte
- Tips for the Best Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte
- Can I Make This Pumpkin Spice Latte Dairy-Free?
- Can I Make an Iced Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte?
- More Keto Pumpkin Recipes
- Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte
As soon as fall hits, I’m ready for all things pumpkin. If you are too, pair your latte with a slice of my keto pumpkin pie with its flaky low-carb crust.
Why You’ll Love This Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte
- Full of cozy fall flavor: Pumpkin pie spice gives every sip that warm cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg flavor I want in a fall drink.
- Made with real pumpkin: Pumpkin puree gives the latte genuine pumpkin flavor and a smooth texture.
- Creamy and smooth: It has that rich coffee-shop texture without being overly heavy.
- Made without added sugar: You can sweeten it to taste with your favorite low-carb sweetener.
- Low carb: Each serving has about 3g net carbs, based on the nutrition calculation in the recipe card.
- Quick to make: The whole drink comes together in about 10 minutes.
Is Pumpkin Spice Latte Keto?
A standard coffee-shop pumpkin spice latte is usually high in added sugar, so it can be difficult to fit into a very low-carb diet.
For comparison, a standard Grande Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte made with 2% milk and whipped cream is typically listed with around 52g total carbs and 50g sugar.
This homemade keto pumpkin spice latte is much lower in carbs, with about 3g net carbs per serving according to the recipe card.
It’s also made without added sugar. Keep in mind that ingredients such as pumpkin puree and almond milk naturally contain small amounts of sugar, which is why the nutrition card still lists 2g sugar per serving.
If pumpkin season has you wanting dessert too, my keto pumpkin cheesecake is another favorite.
By the way, if you enjoy this recipe, you can find more festive keto recipes, perfect for holidays in my new The Keto Holidays 40+ recipes e-cookbook.
Can You Order a Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte at Starbucks?
Getting a true keto Pumpkin Spice Latte at Starbucks is tricky because the pumpkin sauce itself contains sugar.
If you want something with a similar fall feel but less sugar, try customizing a coffee instead:
If you want something with a similar fall feel but less sugar, try customizing a coffee instead:
- Start with a Tall Americano or brewed coffee.
- Add sugar-free vanilla syrup, if available.
- Ask for a splash of heavy cream or the milk that best fits your preferences.
- Add pumpkin spice topping for extra cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and clove flavor.
- If you really want the pumpkin flavor, you can add a small amount of pumpkin sauce, but remember that it will add sugar and carbs.
Exact nutrition will depend on your size and customizations, so check the Starbucks app for the nutrition information for your specific drink.
At home, you have much more control over the sweetness and ingredients, which is why I usually prefer making my own.
Around Christmas, switch the pumpkin for another cozy favorite and try my keto eggnog.
I also filmed a step-by-step video so you can see exactly how I make this low-carb pumpkin spice latte.
The Best Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte
If you’re planning your holiday menu, you can also find more festive keto recipes in my Keto Holidays 40+ Recipes e-cookbook.
Ingredients You’ll Need
You only need a few simple ingredients to make this homemade keto pumpkin spice latte.
- Strong brewed coffee or espresso: Use 1 cup of strong coffee or 2 espresso shots. Either one works, so use whatever you normally make at home.
- Unsweetened almond milk: This forms the creamy base of the latte while keeping the carb count lower than regular dairy milk. Another unsweetened milk can work, but the nutrition information may change.
- Pumpkin pie spice: I love using my homemade pumpkin pie spice for the warm fall flavor.
- Pumpkin puree: Use 100% pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling. Pumpkin pie filling usually contains added sweeteners and spices. You can also use my homemade pumpkin puree.
- Coconut cream or heavy whipping cream: Either one adds extra creaminess. Choose coconut cream if you want to keep the latte dairy-free.
- Low-carb sweetener: Use your preferred sweetener and adjust it to taste.
- Vanilla extract: Vanilla rounds out the pumpkin and spice flavors.
- Sugar-free or no-added-sugar whipped cream: Optional, but perfect for finishing the latte.
Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix
If you don’t have pumpkin pie spice on hand, you can easily make your own.
Mix together:
- 2 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp ground allspice
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp ground cardamom
Store the mixture in an airtight container and use 2 teaspoons for this latte. Save the rest for pumpkin pies, muffins, pancakes, and other fall recipes.
How to Make a Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte
This homemade keto pumpkin spice latte comes together in just a few simple steps.
- Brew the coffee. Prepare 1 cup of strong coffee or 2 espresso shots and set aside.
- Heat the pumpkin mixture. Add the unsweetened almond milk, pumpkin puree, and coconut cream or heavy whipping cream to a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk until smooth.
- Add the flavorings. Whisk in the pumpkin pie spice, sweetener, and vanilla extract. Continue heating until the mixture is hot, steaming, and just beginning to gently simmer. Avoid letting it come to a hard boil.
- Add the coffee. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the brewed coffee or espresso until completely combined.
- Serve. Divide the latte between two mugs. Top with sugar-free or no-added-sugar whipped cream, if desired, and finish with a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice.
Tips for the Best Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte
- Use pure pumpkin puree. Pumpkin pie filling is not the same thing and usually contains added sweeteners.
- Use unsweetened milk. Check the label carefully because flavored and sweetened plant milks can add quite a bit of sugar.
- Use 2 teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice. You can add a little extra on top when serving if you love a stronger spice flavor.
- Adjust the sweetness to taste. Different low-carb sweeteners vary in sweetness, so start with the amount in the recipe and add more only if needed.
- Don’t aggressively boil the milk mixture. Heat it until steaming and gently simmering for the smoothest texture.
- Froth it if you want a coffee-shop texture. An immersion blender or handheld milk frother works well once everything is combined.
Can I Make This Pumpkin Spice Latte Dairy-Free?
Yes. The base already uses unsweetened almond milk, so simply choose coconut cream instead of heavy whipping cream.
If you want a topping, use a dairy-free whipped cream as well.
That gives you a creamy dairy-free pumpkin spice latte without changing the basic method.
Can I Make an Iced Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte?
Absolutely.
Prepare the pumpkin latte mixture as directed, then allow it to cool. Refrigerate it until chilled if you want it completely cold, then pour it over a glass filled with ice.
You can finish it with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice just like the hot version.
More Keto Pumpkin Recipes
If you’re ready for more pumpkin recipes, try:
- Keto Pumpkin Bread
- Pumpkin Mousse
- Keto Pumpkin Pie
- Pumpkin Soup
- Pumpkin Pancakes
- Pumpkin Pie Chia Pudding
Keto Pumpkin Spice Latte
Description
Ingredients
- 1 cup strong coffee or 2 espresso shots
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree not pumpkin pie filling
- 2 tbsp coconut cream or heavy whipping cream
- 1 tbsp Sweetener
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Sugar-Free Whipped Cream optional
Instructions
- Prepare 1 cup of strong coffee or 2 espresso shots using your preferred method. Set aside.
- Add the unsweetened almond milk, pumpkin puree, and coconut cream or heavy whipping cream to a medium saucepan over medium heat. Whisk until smooth.
- Add the pumpkin pie spice, sweetener, and vanilla extract. Continue whisking and heat until the mixture is steaming and just beginning to gently simmer. Do not let it boil aggressively.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the freshly brewed coffee or espresso.
- Divide the pumpkin spice latte between two mugs. Top with sugar-free or no-added-sugar whipped cream, if desired, and sprinkle with a little extra pumpkin pie spice before serving.
Video
Notes
- For a dairy-free pumpkin spice latte, use coconut cream instead of heavy whipping cream and choose a dairy-free whipped topping.
- For an iced pumpkin spice latte, allow the finished mixture to cool, refrigerate until chilled if desired, and pour over ice.
- For a richer, bulletproof-style latte, blend your serving with MCT oil, coconut oil, or butter until frothy.
Nutrition information is shared to make meal planning easier. Values are estimates and can vary depending on the ingredients, brands, and serving sizes used. Learn more in my nutrition policy.
