Crock Pot Pumpkin Spice Latte
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This homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe is EASY to make and is my go-to drink when entertaining in the fall or winter. It’s made with REAL ingredients from your pantry and everyone is amazed that it’s made in a slow cooker.
Crock Pot Pumpkin Spice Latte has become a fall staple in my home. I serve it regularly anytime we host a group of people and have even taken it to fall parties and Halloween events. My mother-in-law now serves it at every Thanksgiving! It comes together quickly and smells SO delicious.
What’s in the Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe?
Unlike the Starbucks version of a Pumpkin Spice Latte, our slow cooker version includes all REAL ingredients. No artificial flavoring, no color dyes, no unrecognizable ingredients. Plus, it tastes just as rich and luxurious as their version…even better in my opinion. To make your batch, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- whole milk
- strongly brewed coffee
- pumpkin puree
- real vanilla extract (here is how to make your own vanilla at home)
- sugar
- ground cinnamon
- cinnamon sticks
Sounds delicious already, doesn’t it?! Serve this with our Snickerdoodle Cookies, and you’ll be in heaven!
More Reasons to Love Crock Pot Pumpkin Spice Latte
- It makes your house smell SOOO good. Its scent is a warm-vanilla-cinnamon-pumpkin-y aroma that’s better (and more all-natural) than any fall candle!
- It serves 15+ people. It’s a great recipe for large groups.
- It’s super easy to make and uses REAL ingredients. No syrups.
- You can make it up to 2 hours before your event, so you’re not scrambling to put it together as guests arrive.
- The taste rivals any coffee shop’s pumpkin latte. It’s warm and sweet with a hint of pumpkin flavor.
- Who doesn’t love to warm up with a special cozy drink with a bunch of friends?!
Watch How to Make Our Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte
FAQs about Crock Pot Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe
Do you really use 1/4 cup of vanilla? Yep. Trust us. This recipe has been tested and retested for years. Don’t skimp on the vanilla. And please be sure to use REAL (or pure) vanilla not imitation vanilla extract.
Can I substitute non-dairy milk? Sure, you’re welcome to, but it won’t be nearly as creamy.
Can I make this ahead of time and slow cook it later? We suggest making it fresh and serving within a few hours of it being done.
Does it work to keep leftovers in the refrigerator and rewarm them? You are certainly welcome to try, but our readers have said the pumpkin gets kind of weird the next day.
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Crock Pot Pumpkin Spiced Latte
Homemade crock pot pumpkin latte. This recipe is EASY to make and is my go-to drink when entertaining in the fall or winter. Try this delicious version of a coffee shop favorite!
Ingredients
- 6 cups whole milk
- 6 cups of strongly brewed coffee
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup real (or pure) vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 3 cinnamon sticks
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Instructions
- In your crock pot, whisk together the milk and coffee.
- In a mixing bowl, stir or whisk together the pumpkin, vanilla, sugar and cinnamon. Add that mixture into the crockpot.
- Whisk everything together until combined and then toss in 3-4 cinnamon sticks.
- Cover the crockpot, and cook on high for 2 hours. Once guests arrive, turn down the heat to the low or warm setting.
Notes/Tips
If you don’t have a large group, you could easily halve the recipe.
I’ve been told that heating up the leftovers doesn’t work so well.
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I got this recipe in half does that mean I only need to put it in the crockpot for one hour?
We haven’t tested that, but I would guess you could do less time in the crockpot for it.
I want to half this recipe. Can this be made on the stovetop?
Oh yes, you could definitely do this on the stove top over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until all the flavors are combined and it’s warmed through. I would say 1-2 hours.
Hello! Any idea if I can do this recipe on my stove top? Thanks in advance!!
Could you please clarify which vanilla. I am having a heck of a time finding a non-vanilla extract, vanilla.
Thank you, can’t wait to make this!!
Try to avoid the ones labeled imitation vanilla extract. You’re looking for real or pure vanilla. It will cost more, but it tastes SO much better. Hope that helps!
Hello!! Has anyone made this in an instant pot??
I love this recipe and have made it several times in my crockpot. Just wondering how to adjust time for cooking in instant pot.
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Hi. Did you make your own pumpkin puree or did you buy canned.
We just buy the canned pumpkin puree. We find it is in most grocery stores year round in our area.
I’m also late to this recipe…but better late than never! Made for the first time today. I didn’t get much pumpkin flavor so might try adding more next time. I also think I will either add more coffee or cut back on the milk to have more coffee flavor. I brewed my coffee on the strong setting and it tasted strong, but just seem really diluted after adding everything else.
Also, it seemed like the pumpkin puree settled at the bottom of my cup. Did I need to cook it longer for things to better incorporate?
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