So this morning, I was reading through the comments on last night’s Tangents post and saw that Karen had mentioned Dunkin Donuts already having their Pumpkin Spice coffee available.
So then I even put out a call on Twitter to find out if the rumors were true, and many of you were just as excited about this information as I was…
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By this point, I really couldn’t go much longer without finding out whether or not the rumors were true, so I hightailed it out to the closest DD’s to get the scoop.
Well, here’s the scoop…
Pumpkin Spice is BACK, baby! 
I know it’s still August. I know it’s still technically summer. But today it’s damp and dreary, and gosh darn it, I wanted some pumpkin spice in my life. Ohhhhh pumpkin spice, how I’ve missed you!
FYI: Want to make your pumpkin spice coffee a little healthified?
The syrup that DD uses is thick and full of sugar and calories. From what I remember, a medium will typically have about 160 calories, and that’s with using 3 pumps of syrup. So do what I do and ask for 1-1/2 pumps (half the amount of syrup) – you still get plenty of pumpkin flavor, with half the guilt!
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Now it’s about time to go find something for lunch; I’m thinking a colorful combo like this one may be in order!
Question for the Afternoon:
Do you have any tips or tricks when trying to “healthify” some of your favorite foods or drinks? Share away! Maybe we can all learn from each other? 
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Ooooooooooooooooooh I can’t wait to get my hands on one of those!!!!
Since I don’t like milk in coffee, if I order from Dunkin’ and I’m headed home, I’ll get the coffee black then go home and put my liquid fat free coffeemate creamer in it!
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YAY! I have never tried Dunkin Donuts coffee and am thrilled they have Pumpkin Spice out just in time for my trip down to the States! I am getting it for sure and with half the syrup
Thanks for that tip!
My absolute favorite is Starbucks Skinny Cinnamon Dolce latte – so sugar free syrup and skim milk! I go all out with a Venti for 160 calories, totally worth it!
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I’ve actually never had the DD pumpkin spiced latte! (gasp!) I LOVE Starbucks’ pumpkin spiced latte, so I definitely need to hightail it over to DD and try their’s!
Ways I “healthify” my drinks: ask for nonfat/skim milk, ask for sugar free syrups (if available), and go with the small size. Pretty simple stuff, but it all adds up!
You seriously just made my day! Can’t wait to head to Dunkin in the a.m.
OOh, I didn’t realize they used syrup. I thought it was just flavored coffee, thanks for the tip,
And the Twitter shoutout!
I love the word “healthify” and I am so glad to see that I am not the only one who uses it. I try to healthify baked goods all the time, so at least I feel like I am feeding my kids healthy treats. I used whole wheat flour, oat bran, bananas and non-fat yogurt to make blueberry muffins a few weeks ago and they came out delicious!
Now I am contemplating running out the Dunkin Donuts for lunch – even though it is going to be 108 degrees here in Dallas and there is not a hint of fall in the air!
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Oooh fancy sharing the recipe? sounds great!
Sure! You can find my recipe for Blueberry Banana Muffins here http://foodandfitness4real.com/2011/07/24/blueberry-banana-muffins/
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I think I might be the only one not excited by the return of pumpkin spice lattes- even though I love pumpkin and I love lattes, I just can’t on board with them being in the same cup. Although I do love that that means fall is just around the corner.
If I only had a Dunkin Doughnuts in this town. Booo! When is the official release date for Starbucks PSL? It’s not fall until I have my PSL! Happy for all you, though!
I typically buy the flavored coffee beans instead of using the flavored syrups to save calories.
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I didn’t even KNOW that DD had a pumpkin spice coffee too! I’ve only tried Starbucks..
WHERE HAVE I BEEN!?
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Can you believe I’ve never tried Pumpkin in my drinks…or oats for that matter! Greek yogurt makes a fabulous sandwich spread replacer in place of mayo!
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Eekk! I love it! So excited for fall!
I am super excited for Pumpkin Coffee!! I don’t think I ever had it from Dunkin Donuts! Have you tried the Green Mountain Pumpkin Coffee?! Theirs is amazing!! I love the pumpkin spice k-cups!
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Did you happen to notice there were 497 entries for the 479 popcorn? Whoa!
Yes! When I first read it, I actually thought there were 479 which would have been REAL crazy!
Ahh!! That is very exciting!! Love all things pumpkin flavored!
I do the same thing with halving the syrup but Then I probably end up ordering twice the amount of coffees over the course of the season!
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Never tried the pumpkin spice from DD! I’m such a hazelnut girl at heart. But i’m gonna have to take the plunge…esp because DD is easier on my wallet!
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** Easier than starbucks pumpkin spice lattes , I mean!
Mallory @ It’s Only Life recently posted..Lunch Date + More Shopping
I think another thing to remember when ordering coffee drinks is size! Save money and calories and order 8-12 oz!
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Thanks Courtney!!
I love Starbucks vanilla lattes, but usually order it non-fat, caffeine free, and sugar free, then dump Splenda in it. I like it sweet but low in calories!
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If you like lattes from Starbucks, another (healthier) option is a Misto, which is 1/2 coffee, 1/2 steamed milk (I get soy). For some sweetness, I just add a splenda and a small amount of chocolate powder. Delish!
Hmmm…maybe request they not put in the milk or sweetener and do it yourself????
I am in love with the fact that America likes to get a kick start on holidays 2 months before the actual holiday…just wait, Xmas decorations will be hitting store come Spetember! lol
Ahh, I like DD pumpkin spice even better than starbucks!! But I went to my DD today and they didn’t have it stocked yet! Boo! I can taste it
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I know where I’ll be stopping on my way to school tonight. Can’t wait!
No DD here, but pumpkin anything is in my boat! Taking a couple road trips soon, I’ll have to see if there are any DDs on my way.
I told you!
Isn’t it fitting that I’m sitting at my kitchen island reading this post while sipping my own cup of Dunkin pumpkin spice coffee surrounded by my fall decorations watching the rain come down? Love fall! (even though you are correct it is still August and in fact still summer)
I think I’m more excited about the Pumpkin Spice muffins! I was there this morning and didn’t see them, but then again I wasn’t looking…
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Courtney, I tried making your Neapolitan cupcakes today (yum!). Do you know if they freeze well??
I’ve never tried…sorry! I know that I’ve kept them refrigerated just over a week and they were ok though. Not sure how long you need to hold off with them?
Those sound great! -If only we had a DD or starbucks within a days drive. I’d be alll over that!
My best bet is just to try to make it at home to keep it healthy!
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I always ask for SF flavors and minimal milk usage. Though I don’t think splenda is the greatest alternative, that much sugar is not good!
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Ahhh yay! I am in LOVE with pumpkin spice. I usually get the pumpkin spice latte at starbucks, but last year I tried the pumpkin spice flavored drip coffee from DD and loved it! And since it’s not flavored with syrup (i don’t think…?) it’s definitely not as much of a guilty pleasure
Ahhhh I love, love,love signs of fall like that!! when stores start bringing out their fall gear, you know its around the corner.
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Oh praise the Lord!! Looks like this girl is making a pit stop at DD tomorrow in between the social security office and the DMV…I’m officially changing my name tomorrow! I think that calls for a little pumpkin spice celebration
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I agree!!
I made a pumpkin recipe tonight, inspired by you!!!!
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I love summer but I really do love everything that comes with fall…like everything and anything pumpkin flavored!!
Btw, where are your sunglasses from? Super cute!
I love using PB2 to healthily anything that calls for peanut butter…I don’t really like it in sandwiches, but it’s an awesome way to give anything (like smoothies, oatmeal, and greek yogurt) a peanut butter flavor for more than 1/2 the calories!
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I’m totally with ya on the PB2 on sandwiches…not the best. But LOVE it in everything else!
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Ahhhh I am OBSESSED with pumpkin coffees!!!
My all time favorite @ DD’s! They have it already?!?
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Shut the front door! That made my night
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ZOMG PUMPKIN SPICE IS BACK??!?!? YAYY!! I love it and i love autumn! Did you know AC Moore already has Xmas stuff out??? Now.. that’s a wee bit insane.
PS Starbucks Pumpkin Spice date – 8/30!!
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