September 13, 2025
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If you’re craving a cozy autumn flavour for your morning coffee, this pumpkin spice syrup is the shortcut you need. It is smooth, lightly spiced and made with real pumpkin puree. A quick stove simmers will give you a syrup that tastes like autumn in a jar. And the best part? It is kept in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, so the coffee can feel like creating a latte shop every day.
Ingredient Notes + Variations
This syrup uses only a handful of simple ingredients, but each one is important. Together, they create a warm, sweet, spicy flavor that instantly upgrades your coffee, tea, or dessert.
Pumpkin puree – Use pure pumpkin puree rather than pie stuffing. Gives the syrup a rich body and flavor. Light Brown Sugar – Adds sweetness with a touch of molasses, which tastes deeper and richer than white sugar. Pumpkin Spice Condiments – This blend usually comes with cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and cloves. You can swap it for your own homemade spice mix if you like. Vanilla Extract – Finish the flavor and enjoy a smooth, balanced taste.
How to make pumpkin spice syrup for coffee
This recipe will soon be combined. Simply whisk, simmer, cool and you’ll have a jar of syrup ready to stir the coffee. For more information on the complete recipes, including ingredients you need, measurements and more, see the printable recipe cards below.
Step 1: Bring the base
Whisk water, pumpkin + brown sugar together in a pot
Heat medium and low heat until it smells
Step 2: Add the flavor
Mix pumpkin spice seasonings + vanilla extract
Simmer for about 5 minutes
Step 3: Cooling and tension
Remove from heat + let it cool
A few minutes
For smoother syrups, they will be distorted via cheesecloth (optional)
Pro Tip: If you are planning on using pumpkin spice syrup to give as a pancake, dessert, oatmeal, baking or as a gift, skip the tension step. I hope the syrup is thickened for those recipes.
Step 4: Keep it and have fun
Pour into a jar and refrigerate. Shake before use to mix calming
Tips for success
Whisk frequently while it’s boiling. If used in coffee, it will distort due to the silky texture. Shake the jar before each use, as pumpkin puree can settle down to the bottom. For a stronger spice flavor, add cinnamon or nutmeg at the end.
What to serve with pumpkin spice syrup
This pumpkin spice syrup is simple, cozy and truly delicious. Once you’ve made it, you’ll wonder why you bought the bottled one. Printable recipe cards can be found below: Have a great day, friends!
Pumpkin spice syrup for coffee
Pumpkin spice syrup is rich, warm and perfectly spiced, making it an ideal homemade addition that will drizzle over latte, coffee or pancakes.
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Instructions
In a small pot, whisk together the water, brown sugar and pumpkin puree. Place on medium to low heat for about 1-2 minutes or until mildly aromatic.
Add pumpkin spice seasonings and vanilla extract and continue simmering for another 5 minutes.
Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly for about 5 minutes.
*Optional: Ideal for use in drinks to smooth out the syrup through the cheesecloth.
Transfer the syrup to a sealable jar and store in the fridge for 1-2 weeks.
Before serving, give the jar a little shaking and make sure everything that has settled down at the bottom is re-assembled.
Note
Storage Instructions
Refrigerator: Store in a closed jar for up to 2 weeks. Shake before use. Freezer: Not recommended as the texture changes after thawing. Go ahead: This is perfect for making a few days in advance, so let it cool until needed.
nutrition
calorie: twenty onekcalcarbohydrates: 5gprotein: 0.1gfat: 0.04gSaturated fat: 0.02gPolyunsaturated fat: 0.002gJanuary Saturated Fat: 0.004gsodium: 2mgpotassium: twenty threemgfiber: 0.2gsugar: 5gVitamin A: 1192iuVitamin C: 0.4mgcalcium: 7mgiron: 0.2mg
FAQ
If the syrup is too thick to suit your taste, try putting a strain on it. If it is still too thick, add very light water and mix. If the syrup is too thin, you can simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the syrup is thick. Don’t forget that it gets thicker when it cools.
Separation is completely normal, especially if the syrup is not strained. Just do a good shake before using.
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