Pumpkin Spice Latte

Ingredients:

• 1 cup strong coffee
• 2/3 cup evaporated milk
• 1/3 cup canned pumpkin
• 2 teaspoons sugar (or more to taste)
• ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• Whipped cream (optional)

Directions

Combine coffee, evaporated milk, pumpkin, sugar, pumpkin pie spice and vanilla extract in a 2 cup microwave safe glass measuring cup or a small sauce pan. Heat until very hot (if using a stove, use medium-high heat and stir occasionally).

Carefully pour into mugs. Top with whipped cream if desired.

Tip: To make a foamy top to your latte much like your favorite coffee house creation, prepare as above without the whipped cream. Carefully transfer hot mixture into a blender container; cover with lid and then hold down lid with a folded towel or potholder. Blend for 1 minute.