Pumpkin Spice Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this delightful Pumpkin Spice Brown Sugar Shaken Espresso. This drink beautifully marries the rich essence of pumpkin spice and sweet brown sugar with bold espresso, creating a creamy and refreshing beverage that’s perfect for crisp autumn mornings or afternoon breaks. In just 15 minutes, you can enjoy a barista-style treat from the comfort of your home. Customize it to suit your taste with oat milk and varying sweetness levels, making it a vegan-friendly option that everyone can savor. Whether paired with warm pastries or enjoyed solo, this espresso is a seasonal favorite you’ll want to make again and again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Drink
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 double shots of blonde espresso
- cup packed light brown sugar
- 2 tbsp pumpkin puree
- cup warm water
- Cold oat milk, to taste
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, whisk together brown sugar, pumpkin puree, cinnamon sticks (or pumpkin pie spice), and warm water until combined.
- Simmer on low heat for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat, add vanilla extract (and maple extract if desired), then strain through a fine sieve if preferred.
- In a sealable jar, combine one double shot of espresso with 1-2 tablespoons of syrup and ice cubes. Shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds.
- Pour the mixture into a glass (discarding any ice), add fresh ice cubes, and top with cold oat milk to your liking.
- Dust with pumpkin pie spice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg