Pumpkin Spice Latte

Now I know I can't speak for everyone, but it seems that most people enjoy the changing of seasons from summer to fall. I know I do!

Fall can tease us - bringing cooler weather one week, only to be followed by hot 90 degree weather the next. So when the true fall season sets in, I rejoice! But how does one know?

I look to Starbucks to give me this information. When a Pumpkin Spice Latte lands on their menu, I declare it fall! But this little, addictive drink can be rather expensive. At least to me and my husband. Oh, I didn't tell you one of us is in graduate school at a top institution and the other is unemployed?! Such a perfect match, we are!

But I digress. When I found this recipe for a homemade pumpkin spice latte, well, I knew immediately that I wanted to make it. I bypassed the step that said to mix well in a blender, as I really didn't feel like dirtying the blender and then having to wash it. Yes, I am lazy. Yes, we don't have a dishwasher.

So I actually ended up with a pumpkin spice cafe au lait. Which was still incredibly delicious. If you want the frothy texture, be sure to blend this bad boy up. To get this recipe, please check out the link below!

Pumpkin Spice Latte

Source: Peas and Thank You - please check out this blog - amazing!

Cinnamon-Oat Scones

Breakfast just might be my favorite meal of the day. And although my normal breakfast usually includes oatmeal or a high fiber cereal with fruit, I can't help but splurge on the weekends.

My husband usually enjoys whipping up pancakes, french toast or eggs during his beloved days off - gotta love him! But last weekend, I decided to head into the kitchen myself and make one of my favorite breakfast goods: scones.

Scones have won over my heart as of late. The dense, buttery baked treat is so indulgent - I just knew I had to feature a recipe on Ice Cream & Wine!

My mom gave me the cutest little recipe booklet from Pillsbury. One section included the category: Baking Up to Breakfast (so fun). This is where I found the Cinnamon-Oat Scone recipe. 

I hope you enjoy these scones as much as I did!

Cinnamon-Oat Scones

Source: Pillsbury, Breakfast & Brunch Booklet 

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

3/4 oats

1/4 packed brown sugar

2 teaspoons baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/2 cup butter

1/2 cup milk

Topping:

1 tablespoon butter, melted

1 tablespoon granulated sugar

1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Directions:

1. Heat oven to 375 degrees. Lightly coat cookie sheet with cooking spray. In medium bowl, mix flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, salt and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. With pastry blender or fork, cut in 1/2 cup butter until mixture is crumbly. Add milk all at once; stir just until dry ingredients are moistened.

2. One floured work surface, gently knead dough 5 or 6 times. Place on cookie sheet; press into 6-inch round, about 1 inch thick. Brush top with melted butter.

3. In small bowl, mix granulated sugar and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon. Sprinkle over top. Cut into 8 wedges; separate slightly (about an inch).

4. Bake for 25-28 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.