Description
This Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Latte is a warm, cozy beverage perfect for fall mornings or gatherings. Combining rich pumpkin purée, aromatic pumpkin pie spice, and creamy milk with strong brewed coffee, this easy slow cooker recipe infuses deep flavors over a few hours, delivering a comforting drink topped with whipped cream for an indulgent finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 4 cups whole milk
- 2 cups strong brewed coffee or espresso
- 1/4 cup pumpkin purée
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Optional
- 1/2 cup heavy cream (for richness)
- Whipped cream for topping
- Extra pumpkin pie spice for garnish
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a slow cooker, whisk together the whole milk, brewed coffee or espresso, pumpkin purée, sugar or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice until everything is well incorporated.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 2 to 3 hours. This allows the flavors to meld together and the mixture to heat until hot and fragrant.
- Add Cream: If using heavy cream, stir it into the hot latte mixture just before serving, whisking to blend thoroughly.
- Serve: Ladle the pumpkin spice latte into mugs. Top each serving with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice for garnish. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk and heavy cream with almond, oat, or coconut milk, and omit the heavy cream.
- Adjust the sweetness with sugar or maple syrup according to your taste preference.
- Decaf coffee can be used if you prefer to avoid caffeine.
- Perfect for making ahead for brunches, gatherings, or cozy autumn mornings.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
