As the leaves begin to change and a crispness fills the air, many of us eagerly anticipate the return of the quintessential flavor of fall: pumpkin spice. While the forever famous Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL) has become a seasonal sensation, its sugary sweetness can sometimes overshadow the true versatility of this beloved spice blend. After all, it is a mix of complex spices that come together to make a new flavor entirely. This season, we’re looking beyond the coffee shop counter to explore a world of delicious, creative, and comforting pumpkin spice recipes that go far beyond the basic cup of coffee.
Pumpkin Spice Recipes for Baking and Beyond
The Best Homemade Pumpkin Spice Recipe
You can’t have a pumpkin spice article without including a recipe for a homemade version. While you could run to the store for a bottle, making this spice mix from scratch is cost effective and lets you adjust the measurements to your liking. Plus, it just makes every recipe below so much better.
Easy Keto Pumpkin Spice Frosty
Just because you’re on a diet or have certain dietary restrictions doesn’t mean you cannot enjoy the goodies of the fall season. Wendy’s returning Pumpkin Spice Frosty is a hit every year but we’re making it keto friendly so you can indulge in your favorite specialties of the season.
Pumpkin Spice Latte Martini
Alright, so if you reaaaally can’t let your Pumpkin Spice Latte go for the season, we recommend upgrading it instead. This Pumpkin Spice Latte Martini contains all the goodness of your favorite fall beverage with a dose of vodka that washes relaxation all over you.
Easy Fig and Pumpkin Spice Galette
Figs are often overlooked as a fall ingredient but we believe these little gems can become your favorite with an easy recipe. This Fig and Pumpkin Spice Galette utilizes store-bought pie crust, making your freeform creation even simpler than normal. Not to mention the balance between the slightly sweet figs and warming pumpkin spice is heavenly.
Pumpkin Pie Spice Linzer Cookies
What’s better than biting into a cookie with a scrumptious filling inside? We’re baking pumpkin pie spice into linzer cookies along with a smear of homemade cranberry compote. Be sure to keep your cookie cutter scraps too, they’re perfect for making smaller cookie sandwiches.
Pumpkin Spice Mai Tai
For a mix of tropical Tiki fun and fall staples, this Pumpkin Spice Mai Tai comes in handy. It features the perfect combination of orange, clove, molasses, and orgeat syrup for a mild sweetness. Feel free to get creative with your garnishes like customizing small cocktail umbrellas for halloween.
Story by Kylie Thomas
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