How to Make Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte at Home? Chuck Dairy! Celebrate Fall 2020 with the Vegan Version of PSL If You Are on a Plant-Based Diet

Come fall and all you can think of is the hug-of-drink, Pumpkin Spice Latte. Yes, it may seem quite basic to many, but you know deep down that it is not even fall, if you haven't had your favourite PSL. BUT since we're living in 2020 and with people becoming more health-conscious each day, more and more people are opting for veganism. Dairy is being chucked out from the diet, for no fault of its own as despite popular belief it is packed with its fair share of vital nutrients. BUT if you are someone who is following a plant-based, dairy-free diet, you might want to check out the recipe for vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte. Pumpkin Spice Health Benefits: Weight Loss to Heart Health, Why This Fall-Special Aromatic Mix Is So Good For You!

It is actually very easy and a tiny bit of swap can make your drink vegan without having to lose out on its classic taste. You can ditch cow's milk in the latte for plant-based milk like almond milk or coconut milk. You can go ahead with whatever works for you. However, if you are looking for the OG Pumpkin Spice Recipe: Whip Up Your Fall Favourite Latte With This DIY PSL Recipe (Watch Video)

Ingredients:

1 cup fresh almond milk

2 tbsp pumpkin puree

2 tbsp maple syrup

1 tbsp vanilla extract

1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice

3/4-1 cup strongly brewed chai tea (or coffee)

vegan whipped cream for topping

For the Pumpkin Spice Mix:

2 tsp ground ginger

2 tsp nutmeg

1.5 tsp cloves

3 tbsp ground cinnamon

Method:

• In a small pot, combine almond milk, maple syrup, and pumpkin puree and whisk until smooth.
• Over medium heat, the milk mixture until it starts to simmer.
• Transfer milk mixture to a blender and add vanilla extract and pumpkin pie spice. Blend for about 1 minute until the milk is frothy.
• Add the strongly brewed chai tea to a mug, then pour in the milk mixture. Stir to combine, then top with vegan whipped cream and extra cinnamon!

Doesn't it look quite easy?! You can use any version of vegan milk you prefer and also customise the recipe according to your taste. And while you enjoy your favourite PSL, we would like to wish you a very happy fall 2020 and remind you to follow the coronavirus pandemic safety measures.

(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Oct 07, 2020 01:23 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).