This homemade Pumpkin Spice Syrup is what cozy fall mornings are made of! It’s rich, sweet, and warmly spiced. With just 20 minutes and pantry staples, you’ll have a velvety-smooth syrup perfect for lattes, iced coffees, and even a drizzle over pancakes or French toast!
For more cozy fall brunch ideas, try my Sweet Cream Pancakes, Brioche French Toast, or Pumpkin Cream Pie!
This recipe was inspired by one of my son’s Starbucks obsession, he always loves trying things at Starbucks as a treat. I was curious about the Pumpkin Spice Lattes that everyone always raves about, so I decided to try one and then recreate that flavor at home on a budget! This batch makes enough to last the week and turns even the sleepiest Monday into a little fall celebration! Bonus: it makes your kitchen smell like a fall festival that's so warm and cozy! You have to try my Pumpkin Spice Latte using this syrup!
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Recipe Highlights
- A rich, spiced syrup that tastes just like the flavors of Starbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte!
- Perfect for hot lattes, iced drinks, and even pancakes!
- Keeps well for a week, make it ahead for busy mornings or as a hostess gift.
Ingredient Notes
- Water
- Sugar: We used granulated sugar, but you can try brown sugar or even coconut sugar.
- Pumpkin Purée: Use 100% pure pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling.
- Cinnamon, Ginger, Nutmeg, and optional Cloves: This cozy spice blend is what makes the signature fall flavor profile.
- Vanilla Extract
How to Make Pumpkin Spice Syrup
- Step 1: Dissolve the water and sugar over medium heat in a small saucepan.
- Step 2: Add pumpkin puree and spices to the sugar mixture.
- Step 3: Whisk and allow to simmer for 5 - 7 minutes.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and add vanilla.
- Step 5: Stir to combine.
- Step 6: Strain for the best coffee syrup consistency! Transfer to a pretty bottle when cool and enjoy.
Charlotte's Tips for Making Pumpkin Spice Syrup for Coffee
- The key to that a silky coffeehouse texture syrup with no pumpkin bits is definitely straining the syrup so don't skip this step!
- Make a double batch, you’ll want this on hand for pancakes, French toast, or even drizzling over oatmeal. Having extra for Sunday Brunch with friends and family will be another added bonus!
- Use a funnel when pouring into a bottle or syrup jar for clean storage.
Recipe Variations
- Stir into iced chai or cold brew for perfect pumpkin spiced flavor.
- Add a splash to warm milk for a caffeine-free pumpkin steamer
- Whisk into maple syrup for pumpkin spice pancake topping
Recipe Substitutions
- Swap brown sugar for the granulated sugar for deeper, caramel flavor.
- Use 1½ teaspoons of pumpkin pie spice if you don’t have the individual spices.
- Use vanilla bean paste in place of extract for an extra luxurious flavor.
Storage Tips
Store your homemade pumpkin syrup in a clean, airtight jar or bottle in the fridge for up to 1 week. Shake before each use to reincorporate the spices. You can also freeze it in an ice cube tray and pop a cube into warm milk or coffee as needed!
Recipe
Pumpkin Spice Syrup
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoon pumpkin purée * pumpkin pie not filling
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves *optional
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine water and sugar over medium heat. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- Whisk in pumpkin purée and spices.
- Simmer gently for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
- Strain through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth for a smooth syrup.
- Transfer to a clean jar or bottle.
Notes
- The key to that a silky coffeehouse texture syrup with no pumpkin bits is definitely straining the syrup so don't skip this step!
- Make a double batch, you’ll want this on hand for pancakes, French toast, or even drizzling over oatmeal. Having extra for Sunday Brunch with friends and family will be another added bonus!
- Use a funnel when pouring into a bottle or syrup jar for clean storage.
I hope you love this Pumpkin Spice Syrup Recipe. If you make this recipe, leave a comment and a rating! I'd love to know how you liked it. Enjoy, xoxo!
Natalie says
Being able to make this syrup at home is going to be such a money saver. And I also love the idea of being able to use this on pancakes and other breakfast items. Thanks for sharing!