- Cosy Fall Recipes -
Pumpkin Spice Everything
🎃 You’re “Pumpkin Spice Everything”
Cosy, festive and all-in on fall flavours. Cinnamon, nutmeg and golden-orange bakes are your happy place.
Pumpkin Spice Rock Cakes
Serve these pumpkin rock cakes while still warm so the edges stay crisp, spoon over a glossy chai tea drizzle and finish with a light dusting of cinnamon. Pour yourself a warming and soothing pumpkin spice latte alongside, silky, lightly sweet, and foamy, for the perfect cosy fall pairing, ideal for a simple pumpkin afternoon tea at home.
Iced Pumpkin Spice Tea Latte
Meet my iced pumpkin spice tea latte, a light and refreshing take on a traditional pumpkin chai latte that still delivers peak fall flavour. Brew a strong masala chai, chill it, then blend with a spoon of pumpkin purée, maple syrup, cream, and vanilla before topping up with milk or barista-style oat milk over plenty of ice. Finish with a quick cold foam or whipped cream and an extra dusting of spice for café vibes at home. It’s creamy yet tea-forward, naturally less heavy than a coffee PSL, and easy to make dairy-free, perfect for cosy fall drinks when the weather’s still warm.
Pumpkin Spice Syrup Made With Chai
To make my deliciously aromatic pumpkin spice syrup, firstly, strongly brew masala chai tea and add pumpkin purée, brown sugar, and a little vanilla. Drizzle over scones, pancakes, or use to sweeten tea, iced tea, or fall-time bubble tea recipes. You can also use it over ice cream, porridge, or in yogurt. The possibilities are endless for this autumn-flavoured syrup!
Explore my fall pumpkin spice recipes for simple, feel-good ideas that suit busy days and lazy weekends too. Start by making your own masala chai blend to warm you through and create all your spiced recipes. Next, master a café-style pumpkin spice latte to fill the kitchen with wonderful autumn aromas.
When you’re ready to bake, try tender pumpkin scones and my other easy pumpkin bakes, including loaves and muffins that come together in no time. Hosting a pumpkin afternoon tea? I will show you how to use pumpkin spice in syrups, glazes, and pumpkin cold foam just like Starbucks, so that every sip and slice tastes like the best of the season.
FAQs for Pumpkin Spice Everything
1. What exactly is pumpkin spice, and can I mix my own?
Pumpkin spice is a warm blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves (or allspice/apple pie spice can be used). A simple DIY ratio is 4:2:1:½ (cinnamon: ginger: nutmeg: clove). I also like to use masala chai tea for that autumn pumpkin spice aroma.
2. Can I make a pumpkin spice latte at home without coffee?
Yes! There are many ways to make a pumpkin spice latte at home with tea. Start with a strong black tea or spiced chai as the base. Sweeten with pumpkin spice syrup (or a quick sugar–spice mix), add hot milk, and finish with a light cinnamon dusting.
3. What tea works best for pumpkin chai or a tea latte?
Choose bold teas such as Assam or Ceylon for body, and aromatic masala chai for built-in spice. For a caffeine-free option, try spiced rooibos. It’s naturally sweet and great with milk.
4. How do I stop milk splitting in tea lattes?
Don’t over-steep (bitterness/astringency can curdle the milk), let the tea cool for a minute or two, then add warmed steamed milk slowly. Barista-style oat or almond milk also helps stability.
5. Any easy dairy-free or vegan swaps for fall bakes and drinks?
Use oat milk in lattes, plant-based butter in bakes, and coconut cream for toppings. Maple syrup is a wonderful vegan sweetener that suits pumpkin spice because of its natural smokiness.
6. How do I use pumpkin purée in drinks without graininess?
Whisk the purée with hot tea/syrup first, or strain through a fine sieve. For convenience, freeze purée in ice-cube portions to blend into iced lattes and smoothies.
7. How long does pumpkin spice syrup (made with chai tea) keep?
Refrigerate in a sterilised bottle for 7–10 days. Shake before use; if it thickens, loosen with a teaspoon of hot water.
8. Can I freeze pumpkin rock cakes or muffins, and how do I reheat?
Yes. Freeze in a single layer, then bag for up to 2 months. Reheat from thawed at 160 °C for 5–8 minutes; drizzle with chai icing just before serving.
9. What’s the best way to sweeten a pumpkin spice latte at home?
Try maple syrup for a smooth finish, light brown sugar for caramel notes, or date syrup for a richer profile. Start with 1–2 teaspoons per mug, then adjust to taste.
10. What should I serve alongside for a pumpkin afternoon tea?
Pair sweet sips with savoury bites: cheddar & chutney finger sandwiches, mini quiches, or spiced nuts. For sweets, pumpkin scones, rock cakes, or a light pumpkin loaf, keep the fall theme without overwhelming.
