Your Guide to Pumpkin Spice Drinks and Snacks

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Pumpkin spice season has officially launched. RetailMeNot created a list of places where you can find the fall’s coveted drink and food items.

Pumpkin Spice Fast Food & Restaurants

StarbucksStarbucks’ Pumpkin Spice Latte is the OG of the season — but you’ll also find the return of Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew, Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai and Pecan Crunch Oatmilk Latte on the menu this fall, as well as the new Pecan Oatmilk Cortado. If you prefer to play barista in the comfort of your own home, you can also find the official Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte Inspired Creamer in grocery stores, as well as ready-to-drink Iced Espresso Pumpkin Spice Lattes and Pumpkin Spice Frappuccinos. Bags of official Starbucks fall-flavored coffee grounds will also be available for the season, with some already available at Target.

Dairy QueenDairy Queen is launching its limited-edition fall treats menu on Aug. 29. It includes the return of the beloved Pumpkin Pie Blizzard, and introduces the Caramel Toffee Cookie Blizzard and a Maple Cookie Shake, too. (Bonus: DQ Rewards members can get a small Blizzard treat for just 85 cents in the DQ app from Sept. 8–21 in celebration of DQ’s 85th anniversary!)

Dunkin’Dunkin’ has released its fall menu, including Pumpkin Spice Iced Signature Lattes, Pumpkin Donuts, Iced Pumpkin Loaf Cakes and lots of other seasonal flavors. Dunkin’s collab with Goldfish — the limited-edition Dunkin’ Pumpkin Spice Grahams — is also returning to grocery shelves this fall after taking a break in 2024.

Krispy KremeKrispy Kreme kicked off their pumpkin spice collection way back on Aug. 11, including the Original Glazed Pumpkin Spice Cake Doughnut as well as pumpkin spice lattes and coffees.

McDonald’sMcDonald’s is bringing back its own version of the Pumpkin Spice Latte and Pumpkin Spice Iced Coffee this season, beginning Aug. 29. You can also indulge in the return of the fan-favorite Pumpkin & Crème Pie for a perfectly paired fall treat.

Tim Hortons – Tim Hortons’ pumpkin spice menu is back with PSLs and pumpkin spice iced cappuccinos, as well as pumpkin spice donuts and muffins. Reportedly, the drinks now include real pumpkin puree for a boosted seasonal flavor. (Bonus: There are tons of Cinnamon Caramel Apple drinks and treats, too, so you and your anti-PSL friend can enjoy a coffee run together!) Check which treats are available near you.

Pumpkin Spice Foods and Snacks

KIND – KIND THINS Chocolate Pumpkin Spice Bars are a great option if you want a lower-calorie, lower-sugar hit of your favorite fall flavor. They’re packed with almonds and peanuts, and drizzled with chocolate for a sweet and lightly spiced treat.

King Arthur Baking Company – King Arthur Baking Company has brought back its popular Pumpkin Spice Doughnut Mix for a limited time. It’s made with real pumpkin, and you can easily whip up a dozen standard-sized donuts (or four dozen minis!) with one box. They also sell mixes for pumpkin spice muffins, pancakes and scones, as well as pumpkin pie latte syrup, pumpkin butter and pumpkin-infused maple syrup.

Lenny & Larry’s – Lenny & Larry’s limited-edition Pumpkin Spice variety of their Complete Protein Cookie always sells out super fast, but you can check their site and Amazon to get ‘em before they’re gone!

Stonewall Kitchen – Stonewall Kitchen began by selling homemade products at local farmers markets, and that cozy, autumn-coded influence can still be felt in the delicious specialty foods they sell today. For a limited time, you can slather the Maple Pumpkin Butter on biscuits or scones, and drizzle the Pumpkin Caramel Sauce on your homemade sweet treats for the perfect taste of the season.

Trader Joe’s – Trader Joe’s is always a favorite when it comes to fall flavors, and pumpkin products tend to crop up around late August. Shoppers can expect the return of favorites like pumpkin spiced Joe-Joe’s, muffins, pancake mix, yogurt and so much more. We’ve also spotted pumpkin cream cheese spread and pumpkin spice mini sheet cakes on shelves already!

Williams Sonoma – Williams Sonoma rolls out their Gooey Pumpkin Bar Baking Mix each fall, and all you need to add are eggs, butter and cream cheese for an easy, decadent and undeniably autumnal treat. They also sell a variety of pumpkin quick bread mixes and pumpkin butters, PSL mix, pumpkin spice coffee syrup and even pumpkin pesto sauce!

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