Pumpkin Spice is HERE!

Can you believe fall is already on the way for most of us?!

We look forward to the crisp cool weather, the sound of football on TV and of course all the smells and flavors of the holidays.

Getting ahead of all the temptation coming up will be a huge factor in your fitness & weight goals! One of the most popular….and I’m certain it’s already out there….. is PUMPKIN SPICE! If you like this fall favorite flavor, you know it can come packed with sugar and more sugar. Not to worry! Try this at-home Pumpkin Spice Latte to save on sugar, calories and your wallet!

Enjoy!

Pumpkin Spice Latte

 INGREDIENTS:

- freshly brewed coffee

- 2 tablespoons organic canned pumpkin

- 2 cups milk (non-dairy milk of your choice)

- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice (or ¾ tsp cinnamon, ¼ tsp nutmeg, ¼ tsp ground ginger)

- black pepper

- 1.5 tablespoon vanilla extract

- 1-2 tablespoons coconut sugar or maple syrup

INSTRUCTIONS:

- Combine the pumpkin, milk and spices in a pot over the stove. Stirring together until heated through and well combined.

- Add the vanilla and sweetener (sugar or maple syrup) and then transfer mixture to a blender. (Or use an immersion blender or whisk in the mixture) in order to froth it up.

- Serve 2 parts coffee, 1 part pumpkin mix (or 50/50) – whatever your preferred ratio - in warm mugs.  Add a little coconut cream on top if you like and a sprinkle of nutmeg or cinnamon.   [Credit: TujaWellness.com]