These iced pumpkin spice latte coffee cubes are the perfect answer to the store-bought PSL. The best part is they can be made ahead or in bulk and stored in the freezer so that you can enjoy iced pumpkin-spice lattes all season long!
With over a decade of experience making homemade drinks, I’ve got more than a few fun ice cube recipes up my sleeves. 😏 If you’re a fan of pumpkin-flavored coffee, this recipe is for YOU!
This recipe was inspired by my espresso ice cubes, but they’ve got a PSL-twist! While I am a big fan of the Starbucks pumpkin cream cold foam, the cost of those drinks stacks up. Not to mention, the sugar content of the beverage is about as much as a small pile of Halloween candy! 🫣
why this pumpkin spice latte cube recipe works:
🎃 fall forward flavors. These iced coffee cubes are packed with pumpkin spice latte flavor!
☕️ a jolt of java. This recipe includes cold brew coffee, so it delivers a dose of caffeine for those busy mornings!
🧊 make-ahead magic. You can prepare a large batch of these pumpkin-spiced ice coffee cubes and stash them in your freezer for up to three months!
🛒 ingredients
See the recipe card for the exact quantities.
🍳 instructions
These iced coffee cubes come together quickly. It’s really just a matter of waiting for the separate layers to freeze.
Step 1: Pour 4 ounces of sweetened condensed milk into a large mixing or measuring glass.
Step 2: Add the pumpkin spice mix and vanilla extract to the mixing glass.
Step 3: Add the pumpkin pureé to the mixture.
Step 4: Stir well to combine all of the ingredients.
Step 5: Pour in the oat milk or the non-fat milk of your choice, and mix everything once more.
Step 6: Fill large king-sized ice cube trays half full with the pumpkin spice mixture.
Step 7: Cover your ice cube trays and place in the freezer to harden, for at least 4-6 hours.
Step 8: Layer your prepared coffee over the frozen pumpkin spice layer, filling up the rest of the ice cube trays. Return the trays to the freezer until they are completely solid.
Step 9: Once frozen, remove the cubes from the ice cube tray. This may take a little elbow grease!
Step 10: Store your iced pumpkin spiced latte coffee cubes in a zip-top bag in the freezer for up to three months!
💡tips & tricks for getting it right
🍽️ serving tips
- Sweetened condensed milk combines with pumpkin puree and seasonal spices to create a pumpkin pie-like flavor for the base of these cubes. The coffee layer creates a visually stunning juxtaposition that is sure to impress!
- To serve coffee with these cubes, pour over your favorite hot or iced coffee, about 2 ounces per cube.
ℹ️ troubleshooting tips
- cubes aren’t frozen solid – Be careful to use a non-fat milk to mix with your sweetened condensed milk. If the fat content of the pumpkin spice base is too high, it won’t freeze solid.
- too sweet – You can always give the base a little taste test to see if you like the balance of flavor before freezing. Sweetened condensed milk is very sweet, so make sure not to add additional sugar, like with pumpkin pie mix. If you do use pumpkin pie mix, use evaporated milk to balance out that sugar content.
⚖️ scaling tips
This recipe is easily scaled up for parties or gatherings. You’ll need more ice cube trays, but these cubes would be perfect for a fall brunch party!
🔆 top tip
While you could probably manage to make these within 24 hours, I like to take two days, freezing both layers overnight.
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♻️ substitutions & variations
Missing an ingredient? No problem. Check out these tried-and-true substitutions, or comment below with your question. I’m here to help you troubleshoot!
- espresso or strong coffee – you can use any kind of coffee you have on hand. It doesn’t need to be cold brew! Just make sure to let any hot coffee or espresso cool completely before using.
- milk – you may use any dairy alternative milk you like, or any dairy milk for that matter. Just be sure that the fat content is relatively low, as this can affect the freezing of the cubes.
- evaporated milk – you can swap evaporated milk for sweetened condensed milk, but your cubes will not be sweet. This is a great option if you don’t like sweeter coffee beverages. You can also add a few tablespoons of dark brown sugar simple syrup to sweeten the pumpkin spice mixture if you do use evaporated milk and want a little sweetness.
- layer the cubes more than once – you can make as many layers in these cubes as you like, you’ll just need to freeze each layer between pours. A lot of thinner layers would make for a showstopping cube!
🧰 equipment needed & storage tips
🫙 storage tips
Store these iced pumpkin spice latte cubes in a zip-top bag in the freezer for up to 3 months.
💬 q+a
Can I use evaporated milk instead of sweetened condensed milk?
Yes! You can use evaporated milk in place of sweetened condensed milk. You may want to add some sweetener, like brown sugar simple syrup, to add some sugar to the base since there is no sugar in evaporated milk.
Can I use pumpkin pie mix to make these iced pumpkin spice latte coffee cubes?
Yes, you can, but make sure to use evaporated milk instead of sweetened condensed milk. The pumpkin pie mix contains sugar, so you won’t need additional sugar from the sweetened condensed milk.
How do you use iced coffee cubes?
Place them in a glass and pour your favorite iced coffee or cold brew coffee over them! You can also pour hot coffee over them, or espresso…or a cocktail…😛
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Iced Pumpkin Spice Latte Coffee Cubes
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Equipment
- 2 King-Sized Ice Cube Trays
Ingredients
Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix
- 2 tbsp cinnamon
- 2 tsp ginger
- 2 tsp cloves
- 2 tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp cardamom
Pumpkin Spice Layer
- 4 oz sweetened condensed milk
- ⅓ cup pumpkin pureé can also use pumpkin pie mix, but your mix will be sweeter.
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice mix see recipe above
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 8 oz oat milk may use alternative milk of choice, or other low-fat milk
Coffee Layer
- 8 oz cold brew coffee may use cooled espresso
Instructions
Pumpkin Pie Spice Mix
- Combine all spices in a small bowl.
- Store in a cool dry place for up to 6 months.
Pumpkin Spice Coffee Cubes
- Combine the sweetened condensed milk, spices, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, and oat milk. Pour into ice cube trays, filling half-way (of 1/4 of the way if you prefer a less-sweet/flavored coffee!)
- Freeze the pumpkin spice mix for at least 4 hours or until set, but preferably overnight.*
- Once the pumpkin mix is frozen, fill the ice cube trays the rest of the way full with your cold brew coffee or cooled espresso.
- Return to the freezer until set, at least 4 hours, but preferably overnight.
- Pop the cubes out and store them in a zip-top bag. When it’s time for your morning coffee, just place a pumpkin spice coffee cube in your cup and pour your coffee overtop it!
Notes
Nutrition Information
The information provided is an estimate based on an online nutrition facts calculator and actual nutrition facts may vary.
