Description
Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino is a cozy, refreshing blended beverage combining the warm flavors of fall spices with creamy plant-based milk and natural flavorings. Perfect as a dairy-free pick-me-up or festive treat, it balances sweetness, spice, and smooth texture with simple ingredients and customizable options.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 teaspoon natural pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon natural vanilla extract
- 1–2 tablespoons sweetener of choice (natural syrup or maple syrup)
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee or espresso, cooled
- 1 cup ice cubes
Optional Toppings
- Plant-based natural whipped cream
- Extra natural pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon for sprinkling
- Crushed toasted pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Brew Your Coffee: Begin by preparing a strong cup of your favorite brewed coffee or a shot of espresso. Let it cool slightly before using it in the blender to avoid melting the ice prematurely.
- Blend the Ingredients: In a high-speed blender, combine the cooled coffee, plant-based milk, pumpkin puree, natural pumpkin pie spice, sweetener, natural vanilla extract, and plenty of ice cubes. Blend on high until smooth and frothy, ensuring the ice is completely crushed for a perfect frappuccino texture.
- Adjust Sweetness and Spice: Taste your blended drink and add more natural syrup or pumpkin pie spice if desired. Blend briefly again to mix in any additions evenly.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino into your favorite glass and top with a generous swirl of plant-based natural whipped cream if you like. Sprinkle with a little extra natural pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon for that classic fall look. Optionally, add crushed toasted pecans for extra texture.
Notes
- Use chilled coffee to prevent ice from melting too fast and keep the drink refreshingly cold longer.
- Adjust the amount of ice and pumpkin puree to your preferred thickness and creaminess.
- Maple syrup and agave nectar blend well as natural sweeteners and keep the flavor light.
- Freshly ground cinnamon and nutmeg provide a brighter, more aromatic spice profile.
- A high-speed blender ensures a smooth texture free of ice chunks and fully blended spices.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino, plant-based, dairy-free, vegan pumpkin drink, fall beverage, blended coffee drink