Let’s be real for a second—everything is better when it’s Mexican. From tacos to tequila, Mexico knows how to add some serious flavor to the basics. So why not give the iconic pumpkin spice latte a little upgrade? Enter: the Mexican Pumpkin Spice Latte. Yeah, it’s still cozy, still fall, but now it’s got a kick that’ll make you wonder why you ever settled for basic PSLs in the first place.
Here’s how to make your new fall obsession:
Mexican Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe (makes 1 cup/serving)
Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin puree
- 1 tablespoon piloncillo or brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or equal parts ground ginger, ground nutmeg, ground cloves)
- 1 teaspoon dried chile de árbol, finely ground
- 1/2 cup Café de los Muertos dark roast coffee in the French Press
- Whipped cream (optional)
Instructions:
1. Spice It Up: In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together milk, pumpkin puree, sugar, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, and the ground chile de árbol. Stir until the whole thing is steaming and your kitchen smells like autumn with a spicy twist (about 3-5 minutes). No need to boil it—just get it nice and hot.
2. Brew Your Coffee: While your spice mixture is doing its thing, brew up your Café de los Muertos in a French press.
3. Mix It Up: Take the spiced milk mixture off the heat and stir in your vanilla extract. Pour it over your freshly brewed coffee and watch the magic happen.
4. Top It Off: Whipped cream? Yes, please. Add a dollop if you’re feeling indulgent, and sprinkle on a pinch of cinnamon and a little extra chile de árbol! The subtle heat from the chile de árbol will hit you in the best way possible, making you forget all about your regular PSL.
Why This Recipe Slays
The secret here is in the chile de árbol—it adds just enough heat to keep things interesting without overpowering the sweet and spicy pumpkin flavors. It’s like the PSL’s badass cousin who shows up to the family gathering and makes everyone question why they were so obsessed with the original in the first place.
So, next time you’re tempted to hit up Starbucks for a pumpkin spice latte, remember this: you can do better. Way better. This Mexican Pumpkin Spice Latte is your new go-to for when you want that fall feeling with a spicy, unexpected twist. One sip, and you’ll never look back.
Enjoy responsibly—you’re going to want to make this every day.
