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Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Latte

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This cozy slow cooker pumpkin spice latte is the ultimate fall coffeehouse treat made easily at home. Creamy, warmly spiced, and perfect for serving a crowd, it’s a comforting drink that fills your kitchen with the aroma of autumn.

Ingredients

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  • 6 cups strong brewed coffee
  • 2 cups milk of choice (whole, 2%, oat, or almond milk)
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (or coconut sugar or maple syrup)
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice (or 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/2 tsp nutmeg, 1/4 tsp ginger, 1/4 tsp cloves)
  • 12 teaspoons espresso powder (optional, for stronger flavor)
  • Whipped cream (for topping, optional)
  • Extra ground cinnamon (for dusting, optional)

Instructions

  1. Brew 6 cups of strong coffee using your preferred method.
  2. Pour the hot coffee into your slow cooker.
  3. Add milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and espresso powder (if using) to the slow cooker.
  4. Whisk everything together until the pumpkin puree is fully blended and smooth.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 2 hours (or HIGH for 1 hour), stirring once or twice during cooking.
  6. After cooking, stir well and taste for sweetness and spice, adjusting as needed.
  7. Ladle the latte into mugs and top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
  8. Set the slow cooker to KEEP WARM if serving over several hours, stirring before each serving.

Notes

For a dairy-free or vegan version, use oat, almond, or coconut milk and a non-dairy whipped topping. Adjust sweetness and spice to taste after heating. Stir every 30-40 minutes to prevent scorching. Do not let the mixture boil to avoid curdling the milk. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated gently.

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