This copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Sauce is basically magic in a jar—it could make almost anything taste better! Made with just a few simple ingredients like pumpkin, sweet milk, cream, warm spices, and vanilla, it’s the perfect way to add rich, cozy pumpkin flavor to your coffee, lattes, or even desserts.
This pumpkin sauce is so good, I may—or may not—have eaten it straight from the jar with a spoon. I use it to make my Pumpkin Frappuccino and Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte (recipes coming soon!). But it doesn’t stop at coffee—drizzle it over ice cream, cake, pancakes, or French toast for an instant flavor upgrade.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- So delicious—this Starbucks Pumpkin Sauce copycat tastes just like pumpkin pie, but in liquid form.
- Made with real ingredients—no preservatives or anything you can’t pronounce.
- Quick & effortless—just toss a few ingredients into a jar, mix, and voilà! A versatile sauce that tastes amazing on almost anything.
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Ingredient Notes
- Sweetened Condensed Milk: This is the only sweetener in the recipe and the secret to making the sauce taste just like pumpkin pie (along with the spices). It’s thick, gooey, and perfectly sweet.
- Pumpkin: Be sure to use real pumpkin puree and not pumpkin pie filling (sometimes labeled “Pumpkin Pie Mix”), which already contains sweetener and spices. You’ll have some pumpkin leftover so have a look at these delicious dessert recipes for inspiration to use it.
- Heavy Cream: Helps thin the sauce to a smooth, pourable consistency.
- Vanilla: A splash of vanilla extract adds warmth and depth of flavor.
- Spices: A mix of pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon makes this sauce taste like pumpkin pie, but you can use just one if that’s what you have on hand.
How to Make Starbucks Pumpkin Sauce Recipe
Here’s a quick look at the steps—be sure to check the recipe card below for the full list of ingredients with amounts and detailed instructions.
Add all of the ingredients into a jar or bowl.
Whisk until completely combined.
Serving Suggestions
Okay, not only is this decadent syrup the perfect addition to your favorite coffee drinks, it’s also great in hot chocolate, or on ice cream, cake, pancakes, waffles, or even drizzled over French toast.
You can also stir it into oatmeal, or use it as a topping for cheesecakes and other fall desserts. Basically, if you love pumpkin pie flavor—you’ll want to put this sauce on anything and everything!
Storage
Store your pumpkin sauce in an airtight container, I like to use a mason jar, in the refrigerator for about 7–10 days. (Though honestly, it’s so tasty I doubt it will stick around that long!)
Frequently Asked Questions
Nope—it’s perfect straight from the fridge. If you’d rather, you can warm it up so it doesn’t cool down your hot coffee drinks, but it’s totally optional.
Nuh-uh! Just stir all the ingredients together and enjoy. That’s the beauty of this recipe—it’s quick, simple, and ready in minutes.
In full disclosure—I’ve personally never frozen it because I eat it up too fast! But a quick search tells me you can: freeze it for up to 2 months in a freezer-safe container, leaving a little room at the top for expansion. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and give it a good stir or whisk before using. The texture may change slightly, but the flavor should still be delicious.
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Starbucks Pumpkin Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk 14 oz
- ½ cup pumpkin purée
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a medium bowl or glass jar.
- Whisk until smooth and fully combined.
Thank you so much for teaching us how to make this at home! This will save SO much money on coffee!
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