Pumpkin Spice Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this homemade Pumpkin Spice Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso. This delightful drink combines creamy oat milk with the warm spices of pumpkin and brown sugar, creating a perfect blend that warms the heart and uplifts the spirit. Ideal for busy mornings or leisurely afternoons, this easy-to-make recipe brings you the comforting essence of autumn in every sip.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 double shots blonde espresso
- 1–2 cups ice cubes
- Cold oat milk (to taste)
- ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 cinnamon sticks (or 1 ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice)
- 2 tbsp pumpkin puree
- ½ cup warm water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp maple extract (optional)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, whisk together brown sugar, pumpkin puree, cinnamon sticks (or pumpkin pie spice), and warm water to create your syrup. Simmer for about 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Stir in vanilla and maple extracts, then strain if desired. Store syrup in an airtight container in the fridge.
- In a sealable jar, combine one double shot of espresso with two tablespoons of syrup.
- Add ice cubes and shake vigorously for about 20-30 seconds.
- Pour into a glass, add more ice if preferred, and top with cold oat milk. Dust with extra pumpkin pie spice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg