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homemade pumpkin spice syrup

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Syrup

This rich, aromatic pumpkin spice syrup captures the essence of fall in every drop. Made with real pumpkin purée and warming spices, it transforms ordinary coffee into café-quality seasonal beverages at a fraction of the cost. Perfect for lattes, desserts, and breakfast treats.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 65
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup brown sugar light or dark
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 tablespoons pumpkin purée not pumpkin pie filling
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch salt optional
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice optional, adds brightness
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup optional, for deeper flavor

Equipment

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Fine-mesh sieve

Method
 

  1. In a small saucepan, combine water, brown sugar, and pumpkin purée. Whisk thoroughly until no lumps remain.
  2. Add the ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves to the mixture and whisk to incorporate all spices evenly.
  3. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Let it cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the syrup becomes slightly thickened and takes on a glossy appearance.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. If using, add the optional maple syrup, lemon juice, and/or pinch of salt at this time.
  5. For a smoother texture, strain the warm mixture through a fine-mesh sieve or coffee filter to remove the pumpkin solids.
  6. Transfer the syrup to a clean jar or bottle and allow to cool completely before sealing.
  7. Refrigerate the syrup for up to 2-3 weeks. The syrup will continue to thicken as it cools.

Notes

Use 1-2 tablespoons of syrup per 8-12 ounce beverage, adjusting to your taste preference. If the syrup becomes too thick in the refrigerator, simply stir in 1-2 teaspoons of hot water to loosen it up.
This versatile syrup isn't just for coffee! Try it drizzled over pancakes, waffles, oatmeal, yogurt, ice cream, or even roasted sweet potatoes for an unexpected treat.
For the best flavor, use fresh spices. If your ground spices have been sitting in the cupboard for more than 6 months, consider replacing them before making this recipe.