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Breville oracle touch espresso machine // glass coffee bean canister // wooden coffee spoon // glass syrup bottles // marble tray // brown eucalyptus bundle // gray wash vase // pear print // framed sketch // Ralph’s Coffee Beverage Server
We recently updated our coffee bar for fall, and I wanted to share the details with you all! Ever since we moved into our new house, I’ve been trying to find the perfect spot for our Breville Oracle Touch espresso machine (we’ve had this espresso machine for EIGHT years now and I’m still obsessed with it!!). For the past year, it’s been hidden away in our pantry. I recently decided to move it to our butler’s pantry, where it is more visible – and more accessible! In moving it to such a visible location, though, I knew it needed its own coffee bar surrounding it.
I decided to store all of the coffee beans in this beautiful glass canister, alongside this little wooden coffee spoon. My vanilla and caramel syrups went into these vintage-inspired etched glass bottles on top of this affordable marble tray. For accent pieces, I paired together this brown eucalyptus bundle with this gray wash vase. And since no coffee bar is compete without some “moody” artwork, I added this pear print and this framed sketch.
Now that my coffee bar is all set up for fall, I’ll be continuing to make my homemade pumpkin spice latte recipe! This recipe is sooo good and is my go-to every singe fall because it’s 1. healthy, 2. tastes DELICIOUS and 3. can be made at home in the comfort of my own kitchen. I don’t think I have to tell you guys about how most coffee-shop versions contains barely any “real” pumpkin and more sugar in one serving than the recommended limit. Meanwhile, this one is made with REAL pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice, and rather than cane sugar or corn syrup, it contains real maple syrup (just make sure you are using a high-quality syrup!). I love how the flavor of pumpkin is present but not overpowering, it’s sweet but not sugary, and the scents of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and cloves will tickle your nose and have you pulling out your UGG boots and blanket scarves. 😉
Okay, on to the recipe!
My Healthy Homemade PSL
Ingredients
- 1 shot of espresso
- 1 TBSP organic maple syrup
- 1 TBSP organic pumpkin puree (or more to taste)
- 1 TSP organic pumpkin pie spice
- 1 cup milk or almond milk
Directions
- When the espresso is still piping hot, stir in the maple syrup, pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice and stir until well combined.
- Using a milk steamer or milk frother, steam the milk until foamy on top, then pour slowly into the espresso mixture.
- Top with an extra sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice.
- ENJOY!
A few notes about this recipe: it’s really easy to make this entire recipe organic! You can use organic coffee beans or coffee grounds, organic maple syrup, organic milk, etc. and *voila* you have a perfectly clean, delicious latte to help wake you up and get you going in the morning.
Another note about this recipe: You do need an espresso machine to make this. The cheapest one I could find on Amazon is this one for around $140. A typical latte is made with espresso and steamed milk, and it just doesn’t work to use regular coffee because it tastes too watered down (trust me, I tried). On that note, you also really need a milk steamer in order to get a creamy consistency with foam on top, but if you don’t have one, you could try putting the milk in a blender and blending for a minute or two. For this recipe, I’ve been using grass-fed, organic whole milk and it froths up beautifully.
If you really want to go all out, I highly recommend our espresso machine, the Breville Oracle Touch espresso machine. Yes, it is an investment, but I’ve seriously used it every single day for EIGHT YEARS. Can you just imagine the money that I’ve saved instead of buying a store-bought latte every day? I love our Breville Oracle Touch because it’s user-friendly (it has a convenient touch-screen!) but still very customizable. The more that you experiment with your coffees, the more you will learn how you like to drink them. Another benefit of this machine is that it really is durable! I can’t imagine having any other coffee maker for eight years and it holding up so well.
Okay loves, that’s it for today! If you try out this recipe I would love for you to let me know how you like it! Or if you choose to share it on Instagram/Instastories I will definitely repost!
xoxo
YUM and such a cute post too with October starting tomorrow. Your Monday posts are my favorite of the week.
Thanks for testing and sharing a healthy version of the classic fall favorite! Excited to try this!!
Just a thought but I think this could work with a stovetop espresso pot. Although a little more work (prep/cleanup) and time, it would be cheaper ($20-30).
Wondering if you’ve tried to pre-make the mix to have ready and in the fridg? Hmmmm
❤ – not a baker
Oh my gosh, fifteen different recipes, haha, Caitlin I truly applaud your dedication! Thanks for sharing this, it does sounds really really good and the PSLs you can buy in cafes always are too sweet for my taste 🙂 I’ll for sure give it a try!
xx Janine
https://walkinmysneaks.blogspot.com
Thanks for the recipe! Can’t wait to try it. I did find an espresso machine at Walmart for $40.
I’ve only had a sip of a PSL once a few years ago, and it was VERY sweet! I can’t have espresso, because I’m sensitive to caffeine. But I can definitely make this with 1/2 caff but maybe with only 6oz so it’s not too watery like you said! Thanks for sharing this healthy recipe with us!
Erika Marie | https://imerikamarie.com
OMG thank you!!! I hate the sugary Starbucks drinks because I feel like my blood sugar spikes. I can’t wait to try this!!!
Ahhh, thanks so much for this, Caitlin!!! I don’t have an expresso machine (yet), but I will definitely be bookmarking this post to try! x
She Sweats Diamonds
Hi! I was just wondering what espresso machine and milk steamer you use? Thanks for the yummy recipe!
I have a Breville Oracle Touch espresso machine (and it has a built-in milk steamer) 🙂
Wow, 15 recipes!! I admire your dedication!
For anyone who wants to try this but doesn’t have an espresso machine, there are stove-top espresso makers. I just checked Amazon for prices and they’re between about $10-30. They’re a little smaller than a kettle so not too difficult to find space for. 🙂
I’m excited to try this recipe to kickstart the fall season! Just a tip for anyone trying out this recipe: you can also use a small espresso pot (search for Bialetti) to make this and you won’t have to shell out big bucks on a large coffee machine. Happy fall, y’all!
Cute post! Love the fall vibes! I can’t help pulling out all my rust sweaters, corduroy/tweed/suede skirts, cardigans, loafers, and ankle boots even though I live in Florida and it’s still in the high 80’s.
I order a tall pumpkin-spiced vanilla chai tea latte with two pumps of chai. It has 2% steamed milk which supposedly foams better than whole milk; 50% less calories, 50% less caffeine, and 50% less sugar than a PSL; and it’s delicious.
Really wish I liked coffee/espresso as this sounds wonderful!
xo Laura Leigh
http://www.louellareese.com
I’m definitely going to try this, thanks cutie! Happy fall all!
XO, Kate
SOOOO DELICIOUS! I love that this isn’t super sweet! And you have a vegan version! YAY!
xoxo
platnsdish.com
So excited to try this! I am a coffee novice but bought a Nespresso VertuoPlus a few months ago. I tried to drink a PSL last week and it was disgustingly sweet. Would this work with a Nespresso machine?
O. M. G. This sounds sooo yummy, and so easy!! I love the clean simple ingredients, and I already have these in my pantry! Can’t wait to try this for a nice cozy and healthy fall morning!! Happy October, girl! 🙂
xx Libby
https://premedwearspearls.blogspot.com/
I just made this using 1/4 cup cold brew concentrate (made using the toddy cold brew system – which is only $40). I warmed up the milk and put all the ingredients in a bullet blender to froth up and it was perfect! Thanks for the recipe!
Looks amazing. Will try it this weekend! I always use something like this https://www.amazon.com/Classic-Stovetop-Espresso-Flavored-Delicious/dp/B07VFXP37D/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=espresso+maker&qid=1599166291&sr=8-3
It’s a stove top espresso maker and works really well for me 🙂 a lot cheaper than an espresso machine as well, for those who may want a cheaper alternative 😀
I make mine nearly the same but I’m an iced coffee girl – I use cold brew concentrate (don’t dilute it), maple syrup, pumpkin & oat milk. I use cinnamon instead of pumpkin pie spice because my grocery store was out!
Just made one this morning with oat milk and substituted honey and it was delicious! Thanks for the recipe❤️