Pumpkin Spice Latte Season weekend recipe

Rather than spend all that extra money at the Dunkin’ Donuts or Starbucks or even McDonalds, try making a latte at home with this simple recipe.

Pumpkin Spice Latte

• 2 tablespoons canned pure pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
• 1/4 teaspoon Backyard Patch Cinnful Dessert Blend, plus more to garnish
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons white granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1/4 cup hot espresso OR strong brewed coffee
  sweetened whipped cream for serving

Combine the milk, pumpkin puree, sugar, pumpkin pie spice and vanilla in a medium microwave safe bowl, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and vent with a small hole. Microwave until the milk is hot, 1 to 2 minutes. Whisk vigorously until the milk mixture is foamy, about 30 seconds.

Pour the espresso or coffee into a large mug and add the foamed milk. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of spice mix.