Pumpkin Spice Cold Brew Recipe

I love crafting this refreshing homemade pumpkin spice cold brew with only five ingredients that blend. The bold cold brew, rich pumpkin puree, warm spices, vanilla, and maple syrup create a unique autumn vibe that energizes my mornings and delights my senses. It is simple, satisfying and perfect seasonal treat.

I always love trying new twist on my regular cold brew coffee recipe and this homemade pumpkin spice cold brew totally delivers. I mixed 1 cup cold brew coffee concentrate with 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree, 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract and added 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup to sweeten it up just right.

It’s a super easy way to make a refreshing iced pumpkin spice latte at home in just 5 minutes. I like this healthier version of a pumpkin coffee recipe because it brings in natural flavors along with the nutritional goodness of pumpkin which is high in fiber and vitamin A.

This simple yet tasty concoction is my go-to if I want a cozy fall drink that doesn’t overload on sugar but still delivers that signature pumpkin flavor. Enjoy mixing it up and savoring every sip!

Why I Like this Recipe

I really love this recipe for a bunch of reasons:

1. I like how fast and easy it is to make. With only five ingredients and five minutes, I dont need to stress about spending hours in the kitchen.

2. I enjoy the cool mix of flavors. The pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice give it a warm, fall vibe while the cold brew coffee keeps it fresh and energizing.

3. I dig that I can tweak it to my taste. Adding one or two tablespoons of maple syrup means I can control the sweetness exactly how I like it.

4. I appreciate that I can whip up something this tasty using ingredients I probably already have in the pantry, which makes it super convenient for my busy days.

Ingredients

• Provides robust flavor, a caffeine boost, and slight natural bitter notes great for energy.
• Adds smooth texture, fiber and vitamins with a natural earthy sweetness and color.
• Lends warm, aromatic spices like cinnamon, nutmeg and clove for a festive kick.
• Enhances flavor with subtle sweet undertones and a comforting vanilla scent that sticks.
• Gives a natural sweet touch that balances bitter notes while enriching the overall drink.

Ingredient Quantities

• 1 cup cold brew coffee concentrate
• 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
• 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup (or sweetener of your choice)

How to Make this

1. In a medium sized jar add 1 cup of cold brew coffee concentrate.

2. Mix in 2 tablespoons of pumpkin puree until they’re almost blended.

3. Sprinkle in 1/2 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice and stir it up good.

4. Pour 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract and keep stirring.

5. Add 1 or 2 tablespoons of maple syrup, depending on how sweet you like it.

6. Stir all the ingredients together until everything is well combined.

7. Let the mixture sit for a minute or two so the flavours can meld.

8. Fill a tall glass with ice.

9. Pour your pumpkin spice cold brew over the ice.

10. Give it one final stir and enjoy your homemade cold brew!

Equipment Needed

1. A medium sized jar (or mason jar) to mix all your ingredients
2. A measuring cup for your 1 cup cold brew coffee concentrate
3. Measuring spoons for the pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract and the maple syrup
4. A spoon or stirrer to mix everything together
5. A tall glass to fill with ice and serve your cold brew
6. An ice tray or access to ice cubes to chill your drink

FAQ

Pumpkin Spice Cold Brew Recipe Substitutions and Variations

• If you dont have cold brew coffee concentrate, you can use a strong brewed coffee or even espresso shots that you dilute with water to match the strength
• You can swap pumpkin puree with mashed sweet potato or butternut squash puree which gives a similar texture and flavor
• Instead of pumpkin pie spice you could mix 1/4 tsp cinnamon, 1/8 tsp nutmeg and a pinch of ginger for that seasonal kick
• If you dont have vanilla extract try using almond extract but use only half the amount since its stronger
• Maple syrup can be replaced with honey, agave syrup or even a simple syrup depending on what you have on hand

Pro Tips

1. Try using a really good quality cold brew concentrate cause a strong coffee base makes all the difference in the flavor, and if you have time, prep your concentrate the night before so it’s super chilled.
2. Don’t mix all the ingredients in one go, it helps to stir in the pumpkin puree slowly and let the flavors meld for a couple of minutes before you add the sweetener; it gives the drink a smoother taste.
3. If you feel like switching things up, experiment with different kinds of spices—maybe a pinch more cinnamon or nutmeg can give it an extra kick without overpowering the pumpkin flavor.
4. Make sure to adjust the maple syrup gradually; sometimes it’s easy to add too much sweetness right away, so keep tasting and adding little by little until you get it just right.