Creamy Pumpkin Spice Soup

MELT butter in large saucepan over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook for 30 seconds or until fragrant. Season with pepper.

STIR in broth and pumpkin. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. Stir in Coffee-mate Pumpkin Spice Flavor Liquid. Let cool slightly.

TRANSFER mixture to food processor or blender (in batches, if necessary); cover. Process until smooth. Return to saucepan if needed to heat through. Serve warm. Garnish with pepitas, if desired.