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Warm, cozy drinks are a must when the leaves start to fall, and a homemade version of the classic café favorite hits the spot. Making a slow cooker pumpkin spice latte means you can set it, forget it and come back to a rich, creamy mug of autumn flavor. It’s great for gatherings, holidays or just when you need something special on a cool day. This recipe balances pumpkin, coffee and spice in all the right ways, and it’s so easy.
Although the slow cooker isn’t the most common way of making coffee, it does offer the advantage of blending the flavors together slowly and beautifully.
You might also like a boozy peanut butter hot chocolate, Irish cream coffee or spiced pineapple rum toddy. And some pumpkin cinnamon rolls to snack on.
Why You’ll Love It
Easy: This copycat Starbucks PSL is one of the most straightforward latte recipes you can make and you don’t need a fancy espresso machine. Simply add most of the ingredients to a crock pot, cook for a couple of hours, and then add the rest of the ingredients and adjust the spices or sweetness level if needed, and that’s all!
Tasty: Delivering all the amazing flavour you expect from pumpkin spice lattes, this slow cooker pumpkin spice latte certainly won’t disappoint! Everything from the cream to the coffee, pumpkin, sugar and spices, combines wonderfully for an incredible result. This is one of the best ever drinkable pumpkin recipes.
Customizable: You can mix and match the ingredients to come up with your own pumpkin spice coffee variations, or you can make the recipe exactly as it’s written. Perhaps you want to swap the pumpkin flavour for another, or you want to use non-dairy milk. Tweak the ingredients to your liking and this could end up being one of your favorite fall drinks.
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Latte Ingredients
A complete list of ingredients and amounts can be found in the recipe card below.
Whole milk: This gives the drink a creamy base without being too heavy.
Heavy cream: Adds richness and depth to the drink.
Pumpkin puree: Brings in that real pumpkin flavor.
Granulated sugar: Sweetens the drink just right.
Maple syrup: Adds a subtle depth and autumn sweetness.
Vanilla extract: Rounds out the flavors and gives warmth.
Pumpkin pie spice: Adds all the classic fall spice notes.
Coffee: Use strong brewed coffee or espresso for a bold flavor.
Optional toppings: Whipped cream and cinnamon or nutmeg to finish.
How to Make Crock Pot Pumpkin Spice Latte
For more detailed instructions with weights and measurements, jump to the printable recipe card.
Slow cook the PSL ingredients: Slow cook the milk, heavy cream, canned pumpkin puree, sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice for a couple of hours in your crock pot.
Add the coffee: Next, add the coffee to the pumpkin spice latte mixture and stir well.
The finishing touches: Taste the slow cooker pumpkin spice latte and add more pumpkin pie spice and/or sugar if needed, and then serve garnished with whipped cream and cinnamon or nutmeg if liked.
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.
Serving Suggestions
With cookies: Pair them with chocolate chip shortbread, amaretti, pumpkin s’more cookies or your favourite kind of homemade cookies.
With brunch: Enjoy a fried egg sandwich or biscuit breakfast sandwich too.
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, pumpkin spice latte doesn’t freeze well and will separate if you try.
Top Tips
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.
Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe FAQs
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.
If you have a craving for 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.
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Spice Latte
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
Instructions
- 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
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.
Nutrition
There’s something comforting about sipping a warm drink that tastes like fall in a cup. This slow cooker pumpkin spice latte is a cozy favorite, perfect for lazy weekends, brunch with friends or a quiet moment under a blanket. It’s easy to make, full of real pumpkin flavor and can be customized to suit your tastes. You’ll love how effortless and satisfying this recipe is.
Other Recipes to Try
- Festive Gingerbread Latte Dessert Rum blends gingerbread, coffee and rum.
- I can’t get enough of this Lavender Matcha Latte!
- Raspberry bourbon smash cocktails are a fun option.
- These Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars combine pumpkin and chocolate.
- Enjoy the cozy flavors of Cinnamon Dolce Latte, inspired by Starbucks.
Bella Bucchiotti
Bella Bucchiotti is a Canadian-based syndicated food, travel, and lifestyle writer, photographer, and creator at xoxoBella. She founded xoxoBella in 2015, where she shares her love for food, dogs, sustainability, fitness, crafts, outdoor adventures, travel, and philanthropy to encourage others to run the extra mile, try new recipes, visit unfamiliar places, and stand for a cause. Bella creates stress-free and family-friendly recipes for weeknight dinners and festive feasts.
Creamy, cozy, and bursting with pumpkin spice goodness—this latte is my new favorite!
I tried the slow cooker pumpkin spice latte, and it’s better than any cafe version! Smooth, creamy, and perfect for cozy mornings.
This was really good. Will definitely make again
I love love love Starbucks but what I don’t love is the drive over there, which is why I was so happy to find this copycat recipe. I made it and – wow – it’s exactly like the Starbucks one. Recommended!!!