Pumpkin Spice Latte Lite

Rosemary Weaver, MPH, RDN, LDN, Clinical Dietitian at Northwest Community Healthcare Wellness Center

Craving a Pumpkin Spice Latte? Love your favorite fall drink on the lighter side.

Pumpkin Spice Latte Lite

• 2 Tbsp. pumpkin puree
• 1/8 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
• 1 Tbsp. brown sugar, packed
• 1 cup unsweetened vanilla soy milk (or unsweetened vanilla almond or skim milk)
• 1 tsp. vanilla
• 1/4–1/2 cup pumpkin spice coffee, strong brew

In a small saucepan over medium heat, cook and stir together the pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice for 30–60 seconds; add the brown sugar and stir until smooth and starting to bubble, another 30 seconds.

Slowly whisk the milk into the pumpkin mixture; then add vanilla. Continue to stir until hot (but not boiling), about 2 minutes.

Pour contents of the saucepan through a fine mesh strainer into a large coffee mug. Add the brewed coffee and stir.

Optional: small dollop of fat-free whipped topping and a sprinkle of freshly-ground nutmeg. If you prefer it sweeter, mix in a little Stevia.

Nutrition information (using vanilla soy milk and no added whipped topping): 12.5 grams carbohydrate, 7 grams protein, 3.5 grams fat and 110 calories