Healthy Pumpkin Spice Latte

You can feel it, see it, and you probably want it. But here's the reality: Starbucks' grande PSL has 50 grams of sugar. That's 12 teaspoons in one cup. Even with nonfat milk and no whip, you're still at 39g because the sugar is baked into their pumpkin sauce. NO THANKS.

That being said, October without PSL isn't happening, so here's your Healthy Pumpkin Spice Latte the Eat Shed Glow™ way!

Ingredients:

• ½ cup strong brewed coffee OR 2 espresso shots

• ½ cup unsweetened milk of choice (full-fat dairy, organic cashew, coconut or almond for creaminess)

• 1½ Tbsp pumpkin puree

• 4-8 drops liquid stevia to taste (or monk fruit sweetener)

• ¼ tsp pumpkin pie spice (or see below to make your own)

Instructions: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine milk, pumpkin, stevia, and spice. Whisk well and heat until it starts to bubble around the edges. Remove from heat, add coffee or espresso, and whisk again.

For foam: Use a milk frother, whisk vigorously, or pour into blender for 20 seconds.

Pour into mug and dust with extra cinnamon if desired.

Make Your Own Pumpkin Pie Spice: Mix: 3 Tbsp Ceylon cinnamon + 2 tsp ginger + 2 tsp nutmeg + 1 tsp cloves + ½ tsp allspice. Store in a jar for the whole season. Makes about ⅓ cup.

The Result: Under 100 calories, 7g natural sugar (just from the pumpkin). All the PSL vibes without the crash or the sugar spiral.

Note: Start with 4 drops stevia and add more to taste. Different brands vary in sweetness.