Easy Homemade Pumpkin Spice Syrup for Perfect Coffee
This homemade pumpkin spice syrup for coffee is quick, easy, and made with simple ingredients. It turns a plain cup of coffee into a cozy, fall-inspired treat that’s perfect for gifting or enjoying any time of year.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings (2 tablespoons per serving) 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240ml) water
- 3 tablespoons (45g) pumpkin puree (100% pure, not pie filling)
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine water and sugar in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir until sugar is completely dissolved (about 2 minutes).
- Whisk in pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, salt, and cinnamon stick (if using). Continue whisking until mostly smooth.
- Increase heat to medium-high and bring to a gentle simmer. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat. Remove cinnamon stick. Stir in vanilla extract. Let cool in the pot for 5 minutes.
- Place a fine-mesh strainer over a glass measuring cup or storage jar. Pour syrup through strainer, pressing solids with a spoon to extract liquid. Discard solids. Strain again for extra smoothness if desired.
- Let syrup cool to room temperature in the jar. Once cool, seal with lid and refrigerate.
Notes
For a sugar-free version, use allulose or monk fruit sweetener in a 1:1 ratio. The syrup will be slightly thinner. To extend shelf life, add 1 tablespoon of vodka or bourbon as a preservative. The syrup tastes even better after a day or two as flavors meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30ml)
- Calories: 65
- Sugar: 15
- Sodium: 15
- Carbohydrates: 16
Keywords: pumpkin spice syrup, homemade syrup, coffee syrup, fall recipe, pumpkin spice latte