DaVinci Pumpkin Pie Sauce

If you love pumpkin pie and wish to enjoy its classic taste beyond the dessert table, this recipe is for you. 

Sometimes, while having your regular pancake, you miss the taste of the delicious pumpkin pie you just had last night. DaVinci pumpkin pie sauce can be your ideal go-to to fulfill that craving. It is so versatile that you can use it in lattes, desserts, breakfast, and much more. 

More interestingly, you don’t need expensive bottled syrup full of preservatives and artificial colours to prepare this. You can make this sauce in the comfort of your home using simple kitchen ingredients and 15 minutes of your precious time. So, without further ado, let’s get started. 

Ingredients You Need

To prepare this at home, you need simple and readily available ingredients. The ingredients are as follows:

Pumpkin Puree

Take 1 cup of canned or homemade pumpkin puree. It is the base flavor for the rich, earthy pumpkin taste. 

Brown Sugar

Take ¾ cup of brown sugar. It provides that deep caramel-like sweetness by balancing the strong nature of spices and enhancing the pumpkin’s natural flavor. 

Water

To improve the consistency, you need to add water. Add ½ cup of water to thin the sauce to your preferred thickness. It makes it perfect for drizzling or mixing. 

Ground Cinnamon

Add 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the mix. It brings a comforting, sweet warmth to the sauce. 

Ground Nutmeg

Add ½ teaspoon of nutmeg. The nutty warmth flavor complements the cinnamon beautifully. 

Ground Cloves

Add a pinch (¼ teaspoon) of ground cloves. It will add richness and aromatic depth to the sauce without overpowering the strength of the spices. 

Ground Ginger

Add ¼ teaspoon of ground ginger. This spice helps add zing to the flavor and rounds out the spice profile, improving the overall brightness.

Vanilla Extract

Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. This sweet, floral extract gives the sauce a freshly baked pumpkin pie essence. 

Salt

Finally, season the mixture with a pinch of salt. It enhances the flavors of the ingredients and helps balance the sweetness. 

Optional Additions

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (for richness). Add a heavy cream or coconut milk splash for a creamier sauce.
• ½ teaspoon cornstarch (for thickening, if desired).
• Add 1 tablespoon of maple syrup to replace or complement the brown sugar, giving the condiment a rich, earthy sweetness. 

How to Make DaVinci Pumpkin Pie Sauce (5 Easy Steps)

Step 1: Combine Base Ingredients

Add pumpkin puree, brown sugar, water, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and salt in a medium saucepan. Stir it well to combine all the ingredients evenly. The sauce might look thick at this point, but it will gradually thin out as it cooks. 

Step 2: Cook the Sauce

Turn the stove to medium heat and stir frequently. Cook and stir for 8-10 minutes to gently bring the mixture to a simmer. It helps the sugar dissolve completely, allowing the spices to infuse into the mix to bring out the warm aroma. Stirring continuously will prevent the sugar from sticking to the pan and the overall mixture from burning. 

Step 3: Add Vanilla

Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the vanilla extract. The extract adds a smooth, sweet aroma to the mixture, enhancing the overall flavor, which resembles a freshly baked pumpkin pie scent.

Step 4: Adjust Consistency

Each time you add 1 tablespoon of water, stir until it reaches a pourable consistency, perfect for drizzling or mixing. If the mixture becomes too thin, heat it until it reaches your desired consistency. 

Step 5: Cool and Store

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature. Then, transfer it to a clean jar or squeeze bottle. You can store the sauce in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. 

Serving Suggestions

This versatile pumpkin pie sauce works excellent in a variety of dishes and beverages:

Pumpkin Spice Lattes

Add 2-3 tablespoons of the sauce to hot coffee or steamed milk for a homemade pumpkin spice latte. Finally, top it with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon to make it look more professional.

Drizzle Over Pancakes or Waffles

Slightly warm the sauce and pour it over your pancakes, waffles, or French toast for an autumnal, flavor-filled breakfast.

Stir Into Yogurt or Oatmeal

Adding a spoonful of the sauce to your yogurt or morning oatmeal can uplift the usual taste. It gives you a more refreshing experience and makes you feel better throughout the day. 

Ice Cream & Desserts

You can drizzle pumpkin pie sauce over vanilla ice cream, cheesecake, or warm apple pie to spice up the flavor and add a layer of seasonal sweetness to the food. 

Bake Into Muffins or Quick Breads

Add the sauce into muffins or bread batter before baking to enhance the flavor of your baked goods with authentic pumpkin pie flavor. 

Pro Tips

• To make the sauce richer and creamier, substitute half the water with cream, coconut milk, or sweetened condensed milk (adjust the brown sugar quantity if necessary). 
• Substitute brown sugar with coconut sugar or maple syrup to make it vegan.
• The use of fresh-ground spices makes the flavor more vibrant. If you can, grate whole nutmeg or cinnamon sticks. 
• Always use a clean spoon to avoid contamination, and store the sauce in a sterilized jar to prolong its freshness. 

Final Thoughts

Making your own DaVinci Pumpkin Pie Sauce at home is a worth-the-try kind of recipe. It goes great with your morning coffee and desserts, bringing the comforting flavors of pumpkin pie to your taste buds.

Enjoy the process while preparing it, and make delightful changes to regular food items!

FAQs

What is Davinci Pumpkin Pie Sauce Used for?

It’s a spiced pumpkin syrup perfect for adding fall flavors to drinks, desserts, breakfasts, and more. 

Can You Use It in Lattes and Desserts?

Yes! It goes well in lattes and tastes great when drizzled over ice cream, pancakes, or baked goods. 

How is It Different From Pumpkin Spice Syrup?

This sauce contains real pumpkin puree, which provides a richer and more authentic pumpkin flavor than syrup and gives it a thicker texture.