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It’s kind of like Starbucks, but BETTER.
At least I think so.
Although, in full disclosure I have never actually had a Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte. Yeah, never. I am just not a coffee drinker….yet.
I may be turning into one, not sure.
I love the smell of coffee, I love the idea of coffee, but coffee itself?
I have never been able to down it without shaking. Blame my mom who, has never been a coffee drinker either. I know I have told you this before, but she actually drinks hot chocolate… like coffee. Yup, that means a cup or two every single morning. She never skips it and if she does she honestly gets withdrawal headaches. No joke, you do not want to be around her if she has not had her hot chocolate. Let’s just say it is not all that much fun.
My dad on the other hand loves his coffee.
But he is not fancy. He actually likes the cheap stuff (think Walmart Great Value brand – a little treat for him is Costco’s version) and he drinks it as black as black can get. No cream, no sugar.
I was kind of tired of hearing/reading about these Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Lattes.
I mean really, it seems every last person is talking about them, tweeting about them, instagraming them, facebooking them. Yeah you get it.
They are popular.
The other day, after reading this post (best part of every single Tuesday) and visiting this amazing recipe for a traditional pumpkin spice latte I just gave in. I needed to make one. I need to try one for myself. I needed to see what all the hype was about.
I just needed to.
But then, I went to get out all the ingredients and as I was pulling out the vanilla I dropped a can of coconut milk right on my big toe.
FUDGE!
That hurt like heck and I then proceeded to  jump around for good two minutes singing “owe, owe, owe, owe”. The I was like oh, wait. TOASTED COCONUT CHOCOLATE PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE!
It was happening.
Oh yes. Now THAT I knew I would like.
And I did.
It’s awesome and the perfect warm and cozy fall treat that is ready in like maybe eight minutes – tops. It’s freaking awesome!
Toasted coconut and chocolate make everything better, but especially on Friday. It’s a Friday treat for sure!
Toasted Coconut Chocolate Pumpkin Spice Latte with Chocolate Drizzle
Servings: 1 large drink!
Calories Per Serving: 255 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup + 1 tablespoon canned coconut milk lite or regular
- 1 tablespoon pure pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1/4-1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon coconut extract optional
- 3-4 tablespoons of your favorite hot cocoa powder I used [ghirardelli chocolate mocha - http://www.ghirardelli.com/store/shop-products/collections/hot-cocoa-beverages/chocolate-mocha-hot-cocoa-pouch.html]
- 1/2 - 1 cup strong hot coffee I used 1/2 cup
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened flaked or shredded coconut toasted
- whipped cream or [coconut whipped cream | https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/corn-fritters-with-coconut-whipped-cream-and-sweet-honey-bourbon-syrup/] for topping
Chocolate Caramel Drizzle
- 2 tablespoons of [ this coconut caramel sauce | https://www.halfbakedharvest.com/snickers-coconut-caramel-cupcakes/] or store bought caramel sauce
- 1 teaspoon chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a glass measuring cup or microwave-safe bowl, whisk together 3/4 cup coconut milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice. Microwave for 1 to 2 minutes, but watch closely to make sure the milk does not boil over. Remove from the microwave when the coconut milk is hot.
- To the hot coconut milk add 3-4 tablespoon hot cocoa powder (I used 4) and whisk to dissolve. Add the vanilla and coconut extract (if using) and whisk once more.
- Pour the mixture into a tall mug or glass. Add hot coffee and a tablespoon of coconut milk.
- Add the caramel sauce and chocolate chips to a small bowl. Microwave for 15 seconds, sir and microwave another 15 second or until melted. Stir to combine.
- Top the drink off with coconut whipped cream and then drizzle with the chocolate sauce and sprinkle with a heavy dose of toasted coconut.
Notes
*Measurements adapted from [Recipe Girl | http://www.recipegirl.com/2011/10/10/how-to-make-a-pumpkin-spice-latte/]
For sure, for sure, for sure!
What a treat, I need this latte in my life! Love the toasted coconut topper! (Do you deliver?! ;))
Thanks Laura!!
LOVE. I could use a big mug of that right now.
Thanks Jackie!!
Craaazy-good! That’s what this is. Tieghan, you’ve had a stellar week! I need this hot coffee drink in my life right now…perfection!
Thank you so much, Stacy!
I will admit that I love a PSL from Starbucks, but I’m not the person that proclaims it to the world every time I get one haha. I’m definitely going to try to make my own this weekend, can’t wait to try!
Happy Blogging!
Happy Valley Chow
Thank you so much! I hope you love it!
I’m not really a fan of the PSL, but this, whoooooaaaaaaa, I dig it.
Thanks Ashley! I mean, it’s got chocolate so that just makes everything better!
I need to hire you as my barista! Holy moley girl!! This is the best cup of coffee I’ve ever seen!
Haha! Thanks Steph!
Yum! What a brilliant idea. I love all of those flavors. Definitely have to try this one! Hope your toe is ok. 😉
Thank you so much, Erin and my toe is fine! LOL!
Jess’s Tuesday things are my favorite part of Tuesday, too!! And I used to not be a coffee drinker – now I can’t go without it and totally get full on migraines when I go without. It’s awful. I think I’d get full on addicted to these in a heartbeat and if anyone ever tried to take it away I think I’d gnaw their arm off.
LOL! Thanks Megan! 🙂
I don’t know what the huge deal about pumpkin lattes is either … though I do love pumpkin. I like the way you think! Toasted coconut and pumpkin – oh yeah! Throw some coffee in there and a background FULL of chocolate chips and coconut; I think I’ve found pumpkin latte heaven.
Hehe! Thanks Mary! 🙂
I want one every single day through fall and winter. No doubt about it. 🙂
Haha! Thanks Julia!
Hooray for more things that require coconut caramel! 🙂 This looks amazing! I love how your mom gets withdrawal without hot chocolate (that sounds like my best friend), too cute.
HA! I thought my mom was the only one! LOL!
Thanks Laura! Have a great weekend!
You are going to do me in once and for all with these beautiful pictures. This sounds absolutely delightful!
Thank you so much, Melanie!
That looks delicious! And my chocolate-loving son thinks so too, but he said “why would someone spill all that chocolate and coconut on the table just to take a picture?” LOL little boys!
I’m going to have to try this sometime during the weekend!
Haha! My dad said the very same thing when he saw the photos!! It actually was an accident. To much whipped cream! LOL!
Thank you so much! I hope you love this!
I pretty much want to roll around in that like a puppy! Haha, is that weird? Looks delicious and definitely a way to celebrate a Friday. Great recipe!
Thanks Ali!
So, Tieghan … better than Starbucks? Wow – that got my attention! I mean, I loved your blog before. But now. Hmmmmm …. what is a word for way more than love? Oh! I know! Latte-love. I latte-love your blog! Every single word in the gorgeous title of this killer I-need-to-be-drinking-this-immediately recipe screams “I am super-delicious and you will love me!” Ok – ’nuff said. Amaaaaaazing!
Haha! Yes! Thank you so much, Shelly! You are so sweet!