Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Latte

Amethyst · October 28, 2025, 9:08pm

Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Latte

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients:

2 Cups whole milk
2 Cups heavy cream
1 Cup pumpkin puree
½ Cup granulated sugar
2 Tablespoons maple syrup, pure
1 Tablespoon vanilla extract
1 Teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 Cup coffee, strong brewed, or espresso
whipped cream, optional
ground cinnamon, or nutmeg, for garnish

Directions:

In a slow cooker, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, pumpkin puree, granulated sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice. Stir everything together until well mixed.

Set the slow cooker to low heat and cook for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally. The mixture should be heated through, and the flavors will meld together nicely.

Once the mixture is hot and well-combined, add the strong brewed coffee or espresso to the slow cooker. Stir it in thoroughly.

Taste the latte and adjust the sweetness or pumpkin spice according to your preference. You can add more sugar or pumpkin pie spice if needed.

Now, it’s ready to serve! Pour the pumpkin spice latte into mugs and top each with whipped cream (if liked) and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or nutmeg.

Notes:

Use strong coffee: Bold coffee gives the best contrast to the creamy base.

Don’t skip the maple syrup: It adds a nice layer of fall sweetness.

Whisk well: Make sure the pumpkin and dairy are fully blended.

Garnish before serving: Whipped cream and spice make it look café-style.

Substitutions and Variations:

Dairy-free option: Use oat milk and coconut cream instead of dairy.

Gluten-free: This drink is naturally gluten-free.

Coffee swaps: Use decaf or cold brew concentrate if preferred.

Extra spice: Add an extra dash of cinnamon or nutmeg to dial up the warmth.

How to Store Pumpkin Spice Latte:

Store: The copycat Starbucks coffee will last all day if you keep it in a sealed container in the refrigerator and then heat it back up or serve it chilled over ice, but it’s best served as soon as it’s ready.

Freeze: Because of the dairy content, the pumpkin spice latte doesn’t freeze well and will separate if you try.

Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe FAQs:

What type of coffee should I use to make a slow cooker pumpkin spice latte?

Strong-brewed coffee is the best choice, so the coffee flavour doesn’t get drowned out by the other ingredients. Choose from your preferred espresso or coffee, or use decaf if that’s your preference. You can use any kind of coffee you happen to have, so long as you make it strong before adding it to the crock pot.

Can I make a pumpkin spice latte without a Crockpot?

If you have a craving for a pumpkin spice latte but you want it now and not in 2 hours, don’t worry – you can make this on the stove top! Simply combine all the ingredients except the coffee and optional garnishes in a pan on the stove. Bring the mixture to a boil and then, just before it boils, stir in the coffee. Serve the copycat PSL right away. You can halve the recipe, too, if you’re making it in a small saucepan and don’t want to make 4 servings.

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Recipe courtesy of XOXO Bella.com