It's that time of year — pumpkin season! So of course we're getting in the mood with some pumpkin matcha recipes.
Our pumpkin spice matcha recipe combines two of our favorite flavors for an antioxidant-packed, naturally sweetened drink that's a perfect choice for fall. This pumpkin spice latte can be made in less than 6 minutes and gives you a boost of energy without the jitters.
Keep reading below for a healthy and easy pumpkin spice matcha latte recipe.
This easy and delicious matcha pumpkin latte recipe happily trades those conventional black coffee beans for bright, emerald green matcha powder. The sweet, nutty warmth of pumpkin spice and the earthy umami of matcha balance each other, and the matcha gives the spice a calmer, smoother finish.
If you're ready to make the switch from coffee to matcha, but don't want it to give up your favorite drinks, you're in luck! Many café style drinks can be prepared with matcha, which may be a healthier alternative too!
Here’s are just a few examples to get you started:
Nevertheless – as we move into the holiday season it’s only fair that this spiced matcha pumpkin latte gets the love it deserves. Ready to give it a try?
Spices are rich sources of antioxidants and might enhance matcha's health benefits. The pumpkin puree also adds a boost of vitamin A and fiber.
If you're plant based, you can also try making this with homemade cashew milk (bonus recipe below).
The best part of learning how to make matcha at home is that you can skip out on Starbucks ® or Dunkin Donuts ®; these coffee chains tend to use matcha that is pre-sweetened with added sugar so as to hide their bitter, lower-quality matcha.
Recipe
Easy Pumpkin Spice Matcha Latte Recipe
Prep
6 min
Makes
1 drink
You'll need
Bamboo whisk or electric milk frother, small saucepan, mug
Ingredients
Method
01
Sift the matcha. Sift matcha powder into a bowl or cup.
02
Heat the water. Heat water to a simmer in a pan, let sit for about 15–20 seconds.
03
Whisk the matcha. Pour hot water into your bowl and begin whisking (try a bamboo whisk or electric milk frother) until you see a layer of foam. Set aside.
04
Warm the milk. In a pan or shallow pot, combine the rest of your ingredients (milk, vanilla, spices, pumpkin puree) and mix. Bring to a simmer while stirring constantly.
05
Froth the milk. Use a whisk or frother to froth the milk mixture until a soft foam is achieved; alternatively use a blender.
06
Pour and finish. Pour the mixture slowly over the matcha. Finish by adding a dash of pumpkin spice to taste (or extra matcha). Enjoy!
07
Soak the cashews (optional cashew milk). Place cashews in a large bowl and add water. Let sit at least 4 hours (may also leave overnight).
08
Blend the cashew milk. Drain the water and blend with 1½ cups of fresh water; while blending, add the rest of your cashew milk ingredients.
09
Strain and store. Once blended smooth, strain with cheesecloth or fine mesh. Use right away in your latte, or keep air-tight in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.
Make it your way: iced maple latte with pumpkin cold foam
Prefer it iced? Whisk the pumpkin spice straight into the matcha with the hot water, then whisk in a spoonful of pumpkin puree and some maple syrup. Pour it over ice with a splash of non-dairy milk. For the topping, froth a little heavy cream and milk with a teaspoon each of maple syrup and pumpkin puree until thick, spoon it over the top, and finish with a dash of cinnamon. It’s smooth, lightly sweet and earthy, with a soft, creamy top.
Matcha for the Holidays | Matcha Lattes, Matcha Love
Make your matcha at home, and feel good about getting a healthier form of caffeine and a big boost of antioxidants.
Even if you’re not looking for an alternative to traditional coffee lattes, we still have you covered with our yummy matcha recipes and other greats takes on conventional café style preparations – especially those limited-time holiday drinks. Now you can have them all year long!
We like to think the Pumpkin Matcha Latte is a tasty example of how versatile (and healthy!) matcha can be.
