Taste of the Blog: Pumpkin Spice Shaken Latte + Non-Toxic Milk Steamer Swap
Jordan Simplifies Taste of the Blog: Pumpkin Spice Shaken Latte + Non-Toxic Milk Steamer Swap
We are also taking pumpkin spice lattes, HELLO! I think I have finally perfected my pumpkin spice paste, and am ready to share. Speaking on lattes, I’m excited to talk about my milk steamer that I recently swapped out for my plastic milk frother that I have had to replace twice.
Pumpkin Spice Paste Ingredients:
1/2 can pumpkin puree
2 tbsp pumpkin spice seasoning
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup water
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice seasoning. Cook for 5-8 minutes stirring constantly to prevent burning. Add the water and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Finally add the maple syrup and stir to combine, cook for another 2-3 minutes. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 7-10 days.
Pumpkin Spice Shaken Latte Ingredients:
2 shots espresso
1/4 cup milk
1 tbsp pumpkin spice paste
1 tsp brown coconut sugar
1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste
Dash Ceylon cinnamon
1/2 tsp ashwagandha powder(optional)
In a mason jar, combine fresh espresso, pumpkin spice paste, brown coconut sugar, vanilla bean paste, and ashwagandha powder if using. Secure the mason jar lid and give it a good shake for about 20-30 seconds. It will begin to froth once ready. Pour espresso pumpkin mixture into a mug.
Steam the milk with your preferred steamer or frother, or warm the milk on the stovetop. If using the stovetop, add the milk to a pan and heat over medium heat until warmed. 5-8 minutes.
Pour the steamed milk over the espresso pumpkin mixture and sprinkle with Ceylon cinnamon. Enjoy the lovely latte and instantly be in the fall spirit. Bonus option: look out your window to some beautiful fallen leaves with your first sip.
Non-Toxic Milk Steamer Swap
I recently needed to replace my milk frother. This was the second time I needed to replace it within 6 months and this was frustrating. I was wanting something with non-toxic materials and finding a lot of options wasn’t easy. When researching I found one option that seemed very interesting to me. Itis stainless steel, non-toxic, and camper-friendly. My husband and I love camping and being in the outdoors. Don’t get me wrong, I do love a cup of black coffee gazing out into the beautiful landscape. But I also love a frothy delicious warm soothing latte while gazing out into the beautiful landscape.
So when I realized this could be an option for me, while also covering the basis of non-toxic materials and not having to continuously replace lower quality toxic alternatives which in turn ends up being more expensive, I was eager to give this option a try.
Welcome to my home, Bellman’s stovetop steamer, and boy has it been a perfect match. Not only is this product checking all the boxes for healthy materials, portability, and sheekness; it also makes the most frothy, airy, and silky steamed milk I’ve ever experienced from an at-home latte. I love her, she is always welcome in my home.
In this weeks full bite size magazine we are also talking planting Ranunculus Corms and the joy they bring, and how to use all your squash in a delicious Roasted Squash Medley Paprika Soup with Buttered Chanterelles & Crispy Leeks.
