Enjoy this easy homemade Pumpkin Spice Simple Syrup within 20 minutes. Made with 5 simple ingredients, including real pumpkin puree and warm fall spices, use this simple syrup in cocktails, coffee and so much more.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS RECIPE
- Versatile. This pumpkin spice simple syrup can be used for so many different things. In fact, I absolutely love adding it to my oat milk iced latte in the fall for a little pick me up. Be sure to visit my section below on where you can use it!
- Simple. With only 4 simple steps and only 5 ingredients, this simple syrup could not be any easier to make and keep in your fridge all fall long.
- Easy to customize. Whether you enjoy a stronger fall spice flavor, or one that is more muted, you can make this simple syrup exactly how you want.
INGREDIENT NOTES
- pumpkin puree - Pumpkin puree is going to give your simple syrup a fresh, authentic pumpkin flavor! I used canned pumpkin puree from Libby's, but any canned pumpkin puree will work. You can also make your own. Save the remaining pumpkin puree to make Pumpkin Protein Muffins, Vegan Pumpkin Brownies, or Creamy Vegan Pumpkin Sage Pasta. You could also make a dairy free pumpkin cold foam for a coffee treat!
- sugar - you cannot make simple syrup without granulated sugar. This recipe uses both cane sugar and brown sugar. If you are vegan, make sure to use organic sugar. Conventional sugars can be bleached with non-vegetarian ingredients. You may use a granulated sugar substitute, such as monkfruit.
- nutmeg - if you do not have nutmeg, you may have allspice in its place.
STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS
- Place all ingredients into a small to medium sauce pan and heat over medium to low heat, stirring often. The mixture will be clumpy and the puree may be hard to completely mix in with the other ingredients - that is ok.
- Bring to a simmer. Watch the mixture closely and continue to stir while the mixture heats up to a simmer.
- Once the sugars have dissolved, remove from heat. The sugars will dissolve into the water, and the pumpkin puree will warm, causing it to become more liquid in texture.
- Allow the mixture to sit for 15 minutes.
- Strain the mixture into a container. This will remove any thick chunks of the pumpkin puree and leave you with just the liquid of the simple syrup.
- Store in an air tight container in the fridge. This will keep for up to five days in the fridge! I prefer using a mason jar, so I can seal it well, but any container works.
FAQ
What is pumpkin spice simple syrup made of?
Pumpkin Spice Simple Syrup is made with 5 simple ingredients - granulated sugar, brown sugar, pumpkin puree, nutmeg and cinnamon. The recipe also calls for water.
Can I make this recipe sugar free?
Absolutely. You can substitute with a granulated sugar substitute, such as monkfruit sweetener, and you can substitute the brown sugar with a sugar free brown sugar substitute.
Can I used this pumpkin spice simple syrup for coffee?
Absolutely! Add anywhere from ½ tbsp to 1 tbsp to your coffee. Below is a list of uses for this simple syrup, including a coffee creamer that this simple syrup works great for.
USES FOR SIMPLE SYRUP
- Coffee, Iced Teas + Lattes. Skip the drive to Starbucks or your local coffee shop and enjoy a pumpkin spice flavored coffee at home. This syrup works well in lattes and coffee - all you have to do is add ½ tbsp up to 2 tbsps. I personally love using it in my oat milk iced latte in the fall for a little pick me up. You can also add it to my dairy free cold foam.
- Cocktails. Use this delicious pumpkin spice simple syrup in your favorite classic cocktails! I I love using it in my pumpkin espresso cocktail, new old fashion, and this texas mule.
- Pumpkin Creamer. Mix 1 tbsp of simple syrup with 3 tbsp of oat milk to make your own pumpkin spice dairy free creamer.
- Pancakes + Waffles. If you are a fan of adding maple syrup to your pancakes or waffles, swap this syrup for it! It will immediately heighten the experience and make the dish scream "fall."
- Chia Pudding + Overnight Oats - Make your breakfast on-the-go breakfast taste just like fall by mixing 1 tbsp of this syrup into the mixture before placing it in the fridge overnight. I love doing this with my simple overnight oats.
- Hot Chocolate. Is there anything better than a delicious mug of hot cocoa in the fall? Add a pumpkin spice taste to it by stirring in this syrup.
- Milkshakes + Smoothies. This is a wonderful addition to a vanilla milkshake or a fall themed smoothie!
Expert Tips
- Use a fine mesh strainer. This will ensure that all the pumpkin puree chunks or any thick parts will be removed. This will allow your syrup to be smooth, with no debris.
- Do not let the mixture simmer for too long. Once the sugars are dissolved, be sure to immediately take it off the burner. If it is left too long, the mixture can become extremely strong, and could become extremely thick.
- Adjust to your taste buds. If you prefer more a spicier syrup, add ½ tsp more of nutmeg and ½ tsp more of cinnamon. This will increase the intensity.
- Always refrigerate. Because this recipe uses fresh pumpkin puree, always refrigerate it in an airtight container to keep is fresh.
Pumpkin Spice Simple Syrup
Enjoy this easy homemade Pumpkin Spice Simple Syrup within 20 minutes. Made with 5 simple ingredients, including real pumpkin puree and warm fall spices, use this simple syrup in cocktails, coffee and so much more.
Ingredients
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp cinnamon see notes
- ½ tsp nutmeg see notes
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- Place a small to medium size sauce pan over medium low heat, and place all ingredients into the sauce pan.
- Mix the ingredients and bring to a simmer.
- Once all the sugars have dissolved, remove from heat and allow to sit for 5 minutes.
- Strain the mixture over a container to remove any chunks of pumpkin puree left over.
- Store in an air tight container and place in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
TIPS:
- If you prefer a stronger fall spice flavor, increase the cinnamon and nutmeg to 1 tsp each.
- You can swap granulated sugar for a sugar alternative, such as monk fruit. Be sure it is granulated though.
- I used Libby's brand for the pumpkin puree, but any pumpkin puree will work for this recipe.
- If you do not have nutmeg, allspice will work well in its place.
- If you are using a small strainer, you may need to strain the mixture in parts, dumping any pumpkin puree that is left on the top of the strainer.
- Coffee, Iced Teas + Lattes. Skip the drive to Starbucks or your local coffee shop and enjoy a pumpkin spice flavored coffee at home. This syrup works well in lattes and coffee - all you have to do is add ½ tbsp up to 2 tbsps. I personally love using it in my oat milk iced latte in the fall for a little pick me up.
- Cocktails. Use this delicious pumpkin spice simple syrup in your favorite classic cocktails! I I love using it in my pumpkin espresso cocktail, new old fashion, and this texas mule.
- Pumpkin Creamer. Mix 1 tbsp of simple syrup with 3 tbsp of oat milk to make your own pumpkin spice dairy free creamer.
- Pancakes + Waffles. If you are a fan of adding maple syrup to your pancakes or waffles, swap this syrup for it! It will immediately heighten the experience and make the dish scream "fall."
- Chia Pudding + Overnight Oats - Make your breakfast on-the-go breakfast taste just like fall by mixing 1 tbsp of this syrup into the mixture before placing it in the fridge overnight. I love doing this with my simple overnight oats.
- Hot Chocolate. Is there anything better than a delicious mug of hot cocoa in the fall? Add a pumpkin spice taste to it by stirring in this syrup.
- Milkshakes + Smoothies. This is a wonderful addition to a vanilla milkshake or a fall themed smoothie!
Nutrition
Serving: 4g
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