Salted Caramel Vanilla Pumpkin Latte

Okay, okay, okay.  We all know I looooove a latte.

I love a latte even more when it mimics a coffee shop latte and when it has protein powder, because then it counts as breakfast AND it’s delicious.

This latte is no exception.  It’s brimming with all of my favorite fall flavors and bursting with vanilla (OMGosh – I am so in love with vanilla this fall!)  I can’t get enough!

Salted Caramel Pumpkin Latte

Adapted from Inside BruCrew Life

1 ½ cups fat free milk

2 tbsp pumpkin puree

1 tbsp caramel ice cream topping

1 tbsp vanilla extract

Pinch of each cinnamon, ginger, cloves

Pinch of sea salt

1 tbsp instant coffee granules

3 tbsp vanilla protein powder (optional)

Whipped topping

In a small saucepan, combine the milk, pumpkin, caramel, vanilla, spices, and salt.  Cook over medium heat until the milk begins to steam, removing from heat before it begins to bubble.  Whisk in the instant coffee and protein powder (if using).  Carefully blend the mixture with an immersion blender for 30 seconds, or until frothy.  Pour in two a mug or two and add the whipped topping.

Makes 1 “Grande” latte