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Pumpkin Spice Protein Latte
A warm latte with real pumpkin in it, plus espresso and vanilla protein.
- 8 mintime
- 1serving
- 355calories
- 35 gprotein
Most coffee shop pumpkin lattes contain very little pumpkin. This version uses puree, which adds some fiber and a real pumpkin flavor. Mix the protein with cold milk first so it does not clump in the heat.
Ingredients
Makes 1 serving.
- 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder (about 30 g)
- 1 ¼ cups 2% milk
- 2 shots espresso
- ¼ cup canned pumpkin puree
- ½ tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
Method
- Whisk the protein powder with a quarter cup of cold milk until smooth.
- Warm the rest of the milk with the pumpkin, spice, and maple syrup in a small pan, whisking until steaming.
- Stir the hot mixture slowly into the protein paste.
- Add the espresso and top with a little whipped cream and spice.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 355 |
|---|---|
| Protein | 35 g |
| Carbohydrates | 38 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 31 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
Estimated from standard nutrition data for each ingredient, assuming about 24 g of protein per scoop of whey or casein and 22 g for plant powders. Brands vary, so check your label. Contains: milk.
Tips
- A hand frother gets the pumpkin fully blended into the milk.
- Warm the milk gently. High heat makes protein curdle.
Swaps and variations
- Add a dash of vanilla extract for a rounder flavor.
- Use decaf espresso for evenings.
