It’s finally pumpkin spice season, an unofficial holiday loved across the world.
It almost feels like a mandatory tradition to visit Starbucks or your local coffee shop and order a pumpkin spice latte just to mark the beginning of fall.
Although it feels like the PSL has suddenly burst into popularity in the past few years, Starbucks famously introduced it to the market back in 2003!
Despite pumpkin spice being well known and loved within the coffee community, the spice blend has actually been around for hundreds of years, with the first mention of it in a cookbook from the 18th century!
We are huge fans of aromatics and nothing packs more of a punch than those traditional fall flavours. We may not have a Pumpkin Spice aroma (yet) but we do have Cinnamon, Ginger, Vanilla and Nutmeg individually, which can be combined within a cloche or aroma bubble to create your own personal spice mix.
We want to give some inspiration on how you can enjoy your pumpkin spice flavours, whether it’s in a coffee or not!
Here are our favourite ways to enjoy pumpkin spice at home, without a trip to Starbucks!
Pumpkin Spice Food Inspiration
Pumpkin Spice Muffins:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup milk
- Optional: chocolate chips or chopped nuts
- Flavour Blaster Cinnamon aroma
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with paper liners.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice.
- In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the pumpkin and vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix in the dry ingredients, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the dry mixture.
- If desired, fold in chocolate chips or chopped nuts.
- Divide the batter among the muffin cups and bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the muffins to cool before enjoying.
- Top with cream cheese frosting and garnish with a Flavour Blaster Cinnamon aroma bubble and a dusting of pumpkin spice!
Pumpkin Spice Cream Cheese Spread:
Ingredients:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Flavour Blaster Nutmeg aroma
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, pumpkin puree, powdered sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Spread on bagels, toast, or muffins for a delightful pumpkin spice breakfast.
- When you’re ready to serve, add a Flavour Blaster Nutmeg aroma bubble and enjoy!
Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 2 cups milk (any type)
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- Toppings: chopped nuts, raisins, and a drizzle of honey
- Flavour Blaster Cinnamon aroma
Instructions:
- In a saucepan, combine oats, milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the oatmeal thickens and the pumpkin is well incorporated (about 5-7 minutes).
- Serve hot with your choice of toppings and a blast of Flavour Blaster Cinnamon aroma.
Pumpkin Spice Pancakes:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- Maple syrup and whipped cream for serving
- Flavour Blaster Ginger aroma
Instructions:
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the pumpkin puree, buttermilk, egg, and melted butter.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Heat a griddle or skillet over medium-high heat and grease lightly.
- Pour 1/4 cup of batter onto the griddle for each pancake.
- Cook until bubbles form on the surface, then flip and cook until golden brown.
- Serve with maple syrup and a dollop of whipped cream.
- Add a plume of Flavour Blaster Ginger aroma on top and bon appetit!
Pumpkin Spice Drink Inspiration
Pumpkin Spice Latte:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee
- 1/2 cup milk (any type you prefer)
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons sugar or sweetener of your choice
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- Whipped cream and additional pumpkin pie spice for topping
- Flavour Blaster™️ Nutmeg aroma
Instructions:
- In a saucepan, whisk together the milk, pumpkin puree, sugar, and pumpkin pie spice over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
- Remove from heat and whisk in the brewed espresso or coffee.
- Pour the mixture into a mug and top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice.
- Add a Flavour Blaster Nutmeg aroma bubble and enjoy your homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte!
Pumpkin Spice Martini:
Ingredients:
- 2 oz vanilla vodka
- 1 oz pumpkin liqueur
- 1/2 oz Irish cream liqueur
- 1/4 oz pumpkin spice syrup
- Crushed graham crackers (for rimming)
- Whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon (for garnish)
- Flavour Blaster Cinnamon aroma
Instructions:
- Rim a martini glass with crushed graham crackers by moistening the rim with water and dipping it into the crumbs.
- In a shaker filled with ice, combine the vanilla vodka, pumpkin liqueur, Irish cream liqueur, and pumpkin spice syrup.
- Shake well and strain into the prepared martini glass.
- Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream and a Flavour Blaster Cinnamon aroma bubble. Cheers!
Pumpkin Spice White Russian:
Ingredients:
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa)
- 1 oz pumpkin spice creamer
- Ice cubes
- Ground cinnamon (for garnish)
- Flavour Blaster Vanilla aroma
Instructions:
- Fill a rocks glass with ice cubes.
- Pour in the vodka and coffee liqueur.
- Top it off with the pumpkin spice creamer.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Add a Flavour Blaster Vanilla aroma bubble on top and burst with a sprinkle ground cinnamon for extra flavour and presentation.
Spiced Pumpkin Sangria:
Ingredients:
- 1 bottle of white wine (750 ml), such as Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup brandy
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 apple, thinly sliced
- 1 pear, thinly sliced
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- Sparkling water (optional, for serving)
- Flavour Blaster Ginger aroma
Instructions:
- In a large pitcher, whisk together the pumpkin puree, brandy, maple syrup, and spices until well combined.
- Add the sliced fruit and cinnamon stick to the pitcher.
- Pour in the white wine and stir gently.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to let the flavours meld.
- Serve in glasses over ice, and top with a splash of sparkling water if desired and a plume of Flavour Blaster Ginger aroma.
Pumpkin Spice Moscow Mule:
Ingredients:
- 2 oz vodka
- 1/2 oz pumpkin spice syrup
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
- 4 oz ginger beer
- Ice
- Lime wheel and cinnamon stick (for garnish)
- Flavour Blaster Ginger aroma
Instructions:
- Fill a copper mug with ice.
- Add the vodka, pumpkin spice syrup, and fresh lime juice.
- Top with ginger beer and stir gently.
- Garnish with a lime wheel, cinnamon stick and a burst of Flavour Blaster Ginger aroma!
Hopefully these pumpkin spice recipes will help satisfy your cravings for autumn treats and provide some well needed inspiration for our fall / autumn range of aromas!
Don’t forget our aromas are interchangeable in recipes so why not experiment and see which aroma you find to be the perfect garnish?
For more fall inspired cocktail recipes, why not check out our YouTube channel? We have a whole recipe series to help you find your new favourite drink!
