Cinderella Latte

Say hello to fall with a magical Cinderella Latte! This pumpkin spice and white chocolate mocha combination is the perfect drink for PSL lovers everywhere. Just make sure you enjoy the magic before the clock strikes midnight and pumpkin season is over.

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• Why Make a White Pumpkin Mocha
• What is a Cinderella Latte
• How to Order a Starbucks Cinderella Latte
• Main Ingredients
• How to Make a Cinderella Latte
• How to Froth Milk
• Tips and Tricks
• FAQs
• Other Homemade Lattes
• Recipe

Fall is here, and one of my favorite drinks is a pumpkin latte. Years ago I combined a white chocolate hot chocolate with leftover pumpkin puree to create this fun drink recipe. I knew after one sip this would be my new go-to coffee!

Last year, I came across the same drink created by the girl who owns Happiest Tees on Earth. The former Starbucks barista added a white chocolate twist to the pumpkin drink. As a huge Disney fan, she called it the Cinderella Latte because the flavors reminded her of Cinderella's pumpkin carriage. 

I love that we both had the same idea to pair pumpkin spice with white chocolate. It's a magical twist to the classic pumpkin spice latte!

Why Make a White Pumpkin Mocha

If you are a Starbucks pumpkin spice latte fan, you need to try this fairy-tale coffee. It is absolutely delicious, and I'm here to spill the beans (pun intended) on how you can enjoy it at home.

• You do not need any special tools. You can create this Disney-style drink with a coffee maker and a blender.
• It's made with real ingredients. The warmth of pumpkin puree and spices and the sweetness of white chocolate add a nice balance of flavor to the fall coffee.
• Perfect for pumpkin lovers with a real sweet tooth. White chocolate chips are used to add sweetness and creaminess to the drink.

What is a Cinderella Latte

The now famous Cinderella Latte is a coffee drink that combines the classic pumpkin spice latte with a white chocolate mocha.

Remember that not all baristas in various coffee stores will know how to make the Starbucks secret menu item, so be prepared to explain it.

How to Order a Starbucks Cinderella Latte

Order a hot or cold pumpkin spice latte, but ask the barista to substitute half of the pumpkin spice syrup for white chocolate syrup.

This Cinderella drink can also be made into a blended frappuccino if you have a real sweet tooth.

Main Ingredients

This Cinderella latte recipe is easy to make at home. Here's what you'll need to experience this enchanting storybook drink.

• Coffee - One cup of extra strong brewed coffee or two espresso shots.
• Pumpkin Puree - Make sure you buy pure pumpkin because the mix has added sugars.
• Milk - A mixture of heavy cream and Low-fat or skim milk will froth the best, but you can use any milk in this coffee.
• White Chocolate Chips - Use good quality chocolate for the best taste. 
• Extras - Vanilla extract and pumpkin pie spice add a rich, warm flavor.

How to Make a Cinderella Latte

Creating this white chocolate pumpkin latte is easier than you think—no fairy godmother's wand is required.

1. Combine milk, heavy cream, white chocolate chips, pumpkin, vanilla, and spice in a small saucepan. Heat over low heat until the chocolate has melted, stirring constantly.
2. Remove the pan from the heat and froth the mixture with a little magic from a handheld wand or blender.
3. Pour strong coffee into a cup, then top it with frothed milk.
4. Garnish with whipped cream and pumpkin spice topping for an extra sweet treat.

BruCrew Tip: Looking for more Starbucks copycat recipes? Try this pumpkin cream cold brew and this salted caramel mocha.

How to Froth Milk

Heat the milk and mix-ins in a small saucepan over medium heat while continually stirring. You want the milk to be hot enough but not scorched. At about 95°, the air in milk will hold bubbles.

• Using a mason jar is the easiest way to froth milk. Pour the steamed milk into the jar, tighten the lid, and shake until bubbly.
• A whisk or mixer can also froth the milk into bubbles.
• A frothing wand will whisk and swirl until it creates a foam. An Areolatte is small so that it won't take up much room in your kitchen drawer, and it's also excellent for whisking a peppermint mocha coffee.
• You can also pour the warmed milk into a blender. Make sure the lid is tight and hold it as you pulse the milk.

Tips and Tricks

• Lower the calories in the drink by using 1-2 tablespoons sugar-free syrups instead of chocolate chips and pumpkin. Skinny Mixes and Torani are two brands that we use and love.
• Use your favorite milk in this recipe. It will also work with non-dairy milk.
• Channel your inner Disney princess and add sprinkles or edible glitter to the top of the foam before serving.

FAQs

Other Homemade Lattes

• Nutella Latte
• S'mores Latte
• Peanut Butter Latte
• Starbucks Iced Matcha Latte
• Eggnog Chai Latte
• Gingerbread Latte

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*This post was first published in November 2018. It was updated and republished in September 2023.

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