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Paleo Pumpkin Spice Latte

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Get cozy with a mug of Paleo Pumpkin Spice Latte flavored with real pumpkin puree. No fancy coffee machines needed and so much better than Starbucks! Paleo, dairy-free, refined sugar-free, gluten-free, vegan, and clean-eating approved.

Paleo Pumpkin Spice Latte – It really does taste better than Starbucks! 

Oh, Pumpkin Spice Latte how you’ve shaped everyone’s Fall in a post-Y2K world. According to the most recent Farmer’s Almanac, fall now officially starts when Starbucks begins serving its infamous PSL.

Ok, so that’s not true but people are waiting for that frothy little drink to get into their hands for months and it really does unofficially kick off fall.

And yes, that warm sip of fall in the mornings feels so good going down but let’s break it down shall we people? I’m not sure when Starbucks went from hippie, Seattle-based coffee shop to a morning crack sugar bomb you can find on every corner but somewhere along the lines it happened.

I kid you not when I worked in San Francisco there were two Starbucks kiddie-corner from each other. AND a walk up a block away.

side view of a mug of paleo pumpkin spice latte with almond milk froth

What’s in Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte?

So let’s talk about what goes into these Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Lattes… mainly the sugar. In a 16-ounce grande Pumpkin Spice Latte with NO whipped cream, there are 48 grams of sugar. And if you’re feeling especially splurge-y and go for the venti, that’s 62 grams of sugar!

Can you believe it? That’s more than one can of Coke that comes in at 39 grams. For crying out loud, a Pumpkin Spice DONUT from Krispy Kreme clocks in with less at 29 grams.

What are we doing here people? Honestly, how is starting our morning out with that much sugar a good idea in anyone’s book?

Something I’ve come to realize along the way in my food / clean eating journey is that you don’t even NEED that much sugar to make something taste good. As proven with this Paleo Pumpkin Spice Latte.

overhead shot of a mug of paleo pumpkin spice latte topped with almond milk froth

How to make Dairy-free Paleo Pumpkin Spice Latte: 

This paleo pumpkin spice latte recipe is stupid easy! You literally add all your ingredients to a blender and pulse until frothy. No fancy coffee machines or milk frothers needed.

Let’s quickly talk about the amount of sugar I recommend for these: 

All I used to sweeten it up was two tablespoons of maple syrup. Each tablespoon has 14 grams of sugar. That’s it! And since this recipe is 2 servings anyways, you’re just getting that one tablespoon.

And you know what? You are going to LOVE this healthy paleo pumpkin spice latte recipe. In fact, you can make it for any of your non-paleo, clean eating friends and I bet they wouldn’t even know. I am not exaggerating when I say this one is better than Starbucks. 

Tips for making Paleo Pumpkin Spice Latte: 

  • This recipe works best with a high-speed blender like a Vitamix so it can really whip up the almond milk and give it that great foam. 
  • My favorite pumpkin puree is Trader Joe’s Organic as it comes with no additives. You can just save the rest in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to 3 days. Why not use the rest of it in any of my pumpkin recipes from the blog? 
  • If you have any leftovers, you can reheat them when you’re ready to consume and give your latte a quick whiz in the blender.

FAQ: 

Which almond milk is best for making Paleo Pumpkin Spice Latte? 

As far as any other tips or tricks, there really are none. Other than I recommend using New Barn almond milk. The ingredients are as clean as they can get and the almond milk froths up just like any traditional dairy milk which you can see in the photos.

close-up of a mug of homemade better-than-starbucks paleo pumpkin spice latte

Is this Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe Whole30-approved? 

And because I know people will ask, no it is not Whole30 compliant because there is maple syrup in it as a sweetener. You can make it without and it will most definitely have a different flavor, so it’s your call. But don’t come telling me that it doesn’t taste like a Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte, lol.

But seriously guys, there is no need to be spending $4-5 on a cup of this fall beverage at Starbucks that’s going to make you feel like garbage when you’re done. Make it at home! Make it with real food and you’ll be much happier.

More healthy pumpkin recipes: 

And if you have a hankering for some MORE clean, healthier pumpkin recipes of mine feel free to check out my Pumpkin Pie Bites and my Pumpkin + Apple Oatmeal Bake. OR my Pumpkin Pie Smoothie. You’ll love all of those equally as much!

A fall favorite with a fraction of the sugar! This Pumpkin Spice Latte is dairy-free, paleo-friendly, vegan and amazing!
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Paleo Pumpkin Spice Latte

Get cozy with a mug of Paleo Pumpkin Spice Latte flavored with real pumpkin puree. No fancy coffee machines needed and so much better than Starbucks! Paleo, dairy-free, refined sugar-free, gluten-free, vegan, and clean-eating approved.
Prep Time5 mins
Total Time5 mins
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword: dairy-free pumpkin spice latte, healthy pumpkin spice latte, paleo pumpkin spice latte recipe
Servings: 2
Author: The Whole Smiths

Ingredients

  • 2 C. hot coffee
  • 1/2 C. almond milk
  • 3 Tbsp. pumpkin puree
  • 2 Tbsp. maple syrup
  • 1 Tbsp. coconut oil
  • 1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until frothy

Notes

Tips for making Paleo Pumpkin Spice Latte: 
  • This recipe works best with a high-speed blender like a Vitamix so it can really whip up the almond milk and give it that great foam. 
  • My favorite pumpkin puree is the Trader Joe's Organic as it comes with no additives. You can just save the rest in an airtight container in your refrigerator for up to 3 days. Why not use the rest of it in any of my pumpkin recipes from the blog? 
  • If you have any leftovers, you can reheat them when you're ready to consume and give your latte a quick whiz in the blender.
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  1. Leslie says

    September 23, 2016 at 3:31 pm

    I made this for the first time this morning, and it was delicious! Just for the record, I”ve made 3 different pumpkin spice latte recipes this week, and this is the first one that has all the right ingredient proportions and actually tastes like it’s supposed to! Thanks for the great recipe! 🙂

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    • Michelle says

      October 19, 2016 at 4:18 pm

      Yessssss! Thanks of the amazing review!!

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      • Whitney R says

        September 13, 2018 at 11:37 am

        Thank you for this recipe. I have replaced the maple syrup with a date or two to keep it Whole30 compliant. Its delicious!

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  2. Suzanne says

    September 28, 2016 at 11:11 am

    I just made this latte this morning and I am in love. What an easy and delicious pumpkin spice latte….100 times better tasting than Starbucks!!

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    • Michelle says

      October 19, 2016 at 4:17 pm

      Yay! That made my day!! xo

      Reply
  3. Amanda says

    November 15, 2016 at 3:52 pm

    Oh my word you have no idea how happy this Pumpkin Spice Latte makes me right now!! I have always been a huge Starbucks lover and now that I’m being healthy cannot go there. It’s shocking to hear how much sugar is in the Starbucks latte! This Latte is so amazing that I might have to make it every morning!!! Thanks so much!! 🙂

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  4. Heather says

    September 11, 2018 at 7:15 pm

    I just made this. I used Notpods instead of almond milk and it was delicious. Thank you for the recipe!

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  5. Kari says

    September 17, 2018 at 4:25 am

    Have you ever added Vital Proteins collagen to your PSL recipe? I usually try to get a scoop or two of collagen in my morning coffee. Maybe try with one scoop first and see how it is?

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  6. Angie says

    September 18, 2018 at 2:56 pm

    I can’t wait until my September Whole 30 is over so I can start eating and drinking all of the pumpkin things! In moderation of course, because, you know, food freedom. ☺️

    Reply
  7. Anne E says

    September 28, 2018 at 2:38 pm

    Absolutely looooove it! Best one I’ve ever made. Thank you!

    Reply
  8. Colleen says

    October 22, 2018 at 4:18 pm

    Well, I eyeballed the maple syrup and that was a huge mistake! Too sweet! But that’s my bad! I tried it with regular milk, I think next time I’d use heavy cream, coconut cream, or butter to give it a little more viscosity. Basically, I didnt really follow the recipe but I’m leaving my critiques anyway.

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  9. Barbara says

    October 29, 2018 at 8:23 pm

    Can’t wait to try this! Just 1 question- does the coconut oil have to be melted before adding to blender? Thank you!

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  10. Jill says

    November 6, 2018 at 11:38 am

    This is perfect. I am a recovering Starbucks addict and this definitely wins!! Thank you!!

    Reply
  11. Rachel says

    March 3, 2019 at 4:47 pm

    What started as me trying to figure out how to use the leftover pumpkin puree in my fridge turned into the most tasty treat thanks to this recipe! Not too sweet with the most gentle perfect pumpkin flavor. This is going to become a staple in my morning routine! The Whole Smiths pumpkin eggs are next!

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