Makes: *1 Serving*
Per Serving: *11g Protein | 107 Cal*

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This time of the year, as cooler weather sets in and fall flavors abound, there’s just nothing quite as cozy as a Pumpkin Spice Latte on a crisp fall morning. But, of course, the traditional coffee shop version generally isn't exactly a healthy food. And while I’m not against the occasional treat here at Protein Snack Queen, did you know that you can make a deliciously sweet pumpkin spice latte that’s also packed with plenty of protein so that you don’t have to compromise on your health and wellness goals? It’s easy with my High-Protein Pumpkin Spice Latte recipe. Full of all of the sweet and spiced flavors you love this time of year, with 11 grams of protein per serving, this healthier PSL is the perfect after-workout treat or busy-afternoon-at-work break—and you don't even have to swing by the local coffee shop to enjoy one.

Delicious served either hot or iced, this easy recipe will make you feel like you have your favorite coffee shop in your very own home. It’ll satisfy those PSL cravings, while still ensuring you feel great all morning long (plus it'll only be a fraction of the cost of coffee shop drinks). Let’s get started.

Why You'll Love This High-Protein Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe

Protein-Packed: This recipe packs 11 grams of protein into every single cup.
Quick & Easy: Make yourself a delicious, healthy, at-home pumpkin spice latte in under 5 minutes with a few simple ingredients
Versatile & Customizable: Adjust the sweetness and spice level to your preferences. Add a little whipped coconut cream for an extra treat or garnish with cinnamon sticks or extra pumpkin pie spice for extra coziness. Plus, you can make a hot or iced coffee—either will be delicious!
Fall Flavors: With canned pumpkin, a hint of maple syrup, and plenty of warm pumpkin spice flavors, this healthy pumpkin spice latte is the perfect treat for crisp and cozy fall days.

Ingredients

3/4 cup strong coffee (hot or iced - for iced, you could even use cold brew coffee)
3/4 cup Fairlife Vanilla Protein drink
1/4 cup pumpkin purée
1/2 to 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or natural sweetener of your choice)
Generous amount of pumpkin pie spice (you can use store-bought or make a homemade pumpkin pie spice blend)
Optional toppings: whipped coconut cream + extra pumpkin pie spice

Instructions

For a hot homemade latte:

Brew your hot coffee.
Combine the coffee, protein drink, pumpkin, maple syrup (or other sweetener), and pumpkin pie spice. Whisk or use a milk frother to blend the ingredients well. The frother will add extra creaminess!
Pour into a mug, garnish with whipped cream or extra spices if you’d like. Enjoy!

For the iced version:

In one cup, mix together the protein drink, pumpkin, maple syrup or other sweetener, and pumpkin pie spice until well combined.
In a separate tall glass, pour your cold coffee and then add the pumpkin mixture. Stir well, whisk, or froth with a frother until creamy.
Pour over ice, garnish if you’d like, and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (with 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup - Makes 1 serving)

Calories: 107
Protein: 11g
Carbs: 14g
Fat: 1g

FAQs

Not at all. While I love the creamy texture and flavor of the Fairlife vanilla protein drink, you can use your favorite protein drink. Just make sure to use a vanilla-flavored drink and know that the texture of your latte (and the protein content) might be a little bit different than if you had used Fairlife. If you can't find a vanilla version, add a tiny bit of vanilla extract to your latte.
All of the ingredients in this recipe are gluten-free, so you don’t need to make any substitutions if you follow a gluten-free diet. That being said, you should always read your ingredient labels to make sure that what you’re using is safe.
Definitely not! While I love to use a frother because it makes a delicious, creamy latte quick and easy, you can just quickly whisk your ingredients together in a small bowl if you don’t have one. You’ll still get some froth, it’ll just take a bit more elbow grease. You could also try using an immersion blender for more high-powered frothing.

Whether you’re a sucker for a fun seasonal latte or are looking for delicious ways to add a little extra protein to your day, this healthier pumpkin spice latte recipe won’t let you down. It has all of the flavor of the original, but less sugar and more protein, making it a fun, seasonal way for you to meet your goals. You’re going to love this one!