15 Things You Didn't Know About Starbucks' Pumpkin Spice Latte

Now for a dark secret. The Pumpkin Spice Latte wasn't originally made with actual pumpkins, only ingredients that mimic the flavor of real pumpkins. As explained in this 2014 blog post by the "Food Babe," one of those ingredients was Class IV Caramel Color, which allegedly has numerous negative health effects.

The Controversial Ingredients In Starbucks' Original Pumpkin Spice Lattes

While a grande PSL comes packed with what looks like a manageable 390 calories, The Center for Science in the Public Interest points out that the drink packs 50 grams of sugar; 32 grams (about 7 ...

The Hidden Health Benefits of Your Silly Little Pumpkin Spice Latte

Starbucks's homemade pumpkin spice syrup consists of 1½ cups of granulated sugar, 1½ cups of water, 6 cinnamon sticks, 1 teaspoon of ground cloves, 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, 2 teaspoons of ...

What Happens to Your Body When You Drink a Pumpkin Spice Latte - EatingWell

Drinking a pumpkin spice latte every day increases your daily caffeine intake, which can have both positive and negative effects. On the plus side, moderate caffeine consumption has been linked to improved focus, alertness and even a lower risk of certain diseases like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease. However, too much caffeine can lead ...

Pumpkin Spice Latte - The Pioneer Woman

Directions. Step 1 In a small saucepan, combine the pumpkin puree, brown and granulated sugars, pumpkin pie spice and 1 tablespoon of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring frequently with a rubber spatula, 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture looks smooth and the sugar has dissolved. Step 2 Add the milk and vanilla to the pot and whisk until very ...

Healthy Pumpkin Spice Latte (Low Calories, Vegan)

In a saucepan, over medium heat, whisk the pumpkin puree and spices: cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Stir and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant then add non-dairy milk and maple syrup. Cook until hot but not boiling. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla. Brew strong coffee and place half a cup in each coffee mug.