By: Sarah Lohm, Dietetic Intern
It’s officially fall, which means pumpkin is everywhere! If you’re looking for a quick at-home way to bring a little pumpkin spice to your morning coffee, this Lighter Pumpkin Spice Cream is an easy one to try. Made with simple ingredients like pumpkin puree, milk, half-and-half, honey, and warm spices, it comes together in just a few minutes and is a lighter option than many coffee shop versions. Add it to your favorite coffee, or blend or froth it a little longer for a light and airy topping to enjoy a little taste of fall from home.
Lightened Up Pumpkin Spice Creamer
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp half-and-half
- 2 tbsp 2% milk (I used Fairlife)
- 1 tbsp pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp honey
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- dash cinnamon
- dash nutmeg
Instructions
- Add the pumpkin puree, milk, half-and-half, honey, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract to a jar or blender.
- Whisk or blend until smooth and well combined.
- Pour into your coffee and enjoy!
- Store any leftover creamer in an airtight container in the refrigerator and shake well before using.
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What Pumpkin Brings to the Table!
Pumpkin gets a lot of attention this time of year for its flavor, but it also brings some nutrition to the table! Pumpkin is naturally rich in beta-carotene, a type of carotenoid that gives it its bright orange color. Our bodies can convert beta-carotene into vitamin A, which plays an important role in supporting vision, immune function, and healthy skin.
Pumpkin also provides fiber, potassium, and vitamin C. While you may be most familiar with pumpkin in pies, breads, and coffee drinks, pumpkin puree can be an easy way to add a little extra nutrition to both sweet and savory recipes. Try stirring it into oatmeal, adding it to smoothies, mixing it into yogurt, or using it in soups and sauces.
So while pumpkin season may be all about the cozy flavors, there’s plenty to appreciate about pumpkin beyond its place in your favorite fall latte!
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