The DIY Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew Hack You’ll Want to Try This Fall

Starbucks' Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew is a fall favorite but can add up quickly. Content creator Bria Lemirande shares an accessible, affordable DIY version with just five ingredients, offering a customizable and wallet-friendly twist on the seasonal classic.

Starbucks’ Iconic Pumpkin Spice Latte Returns Each Fall, Sparking Seasonal Excitement Among Fans

The Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL) is one of the most iconic and eagerly anticipated seasonal beverages. Since its debut in 2003, the PSL has amassed a dedicated following, with fans eagerly awaiting its return each year to mark the start of fall. The drink’s popularity ignited the broader pumpkin-flavored craze, and Starbucks has since sold hundreds of millions of PSLs, solidifying it as one of the company’s top-performing drinks.

Alongside the PSL, Starbucks introduced the Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew (PCCB), which offers a similar autumnal flavor profile but is less sweet and has a more robust coffee base. For those who crave the PSL or PCCB multiple times a week, however, the cost can add up, and frequent drive-thru stops aren’t always convenient. Fortunately, content creator Bria Lemirande (@brialem) has shared a simple, homemade version of the pumpkin cream cold brew, proving that it’s easy to recreate the experience at home.

Bria’s PCCB calls for five ingredients: canned pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, milk or creamer, brown sugar, and cold brew coffee. To make it, combine everything except the coffee in a small bowl (or a glass measuring cup) and froth with a milk frother until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, which takes a few minutes.

Once the pumpkin cream is ready, fill a cup with ice, pour in the cold brew, and top with the pumpkin cream. Stir well, and the homemade iced pumpkin cream cold brew is ready to enjoy.

Customize Your Own Healthier Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew with Bria’s Easy DIY Recipe

One of the joys of Starbucks drinks is customization, and Bria’s dupe allows for the same flexibility. You can swap the cold brew for espresso, use oat or almond milk, and adjust the amount of pumpkin pie spice to taste. While Bria didn’t provide specific measurements, a good starting point could be a tablespoon of pumpkin puree, half a teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice, a teaspoon of brown sugar, and two tablespoons of creamer. Taste and adjust as desired.

This DIY version also offers a slightly healthier option, as it omits the flavored syrups in Starbucks drinks, which are typically high in sugar. It’s also a faster option, made right from your kitchen. With its simplicity and customizable flavor, this homemade pumpkin cream cold brew promises to be a staple throughout the fall season.