We’re way into pumpkin spice season, and it’s not okay that we still haven’t shared a pumpkin spice matcha with you guys. So let’s not delay this any further!! This matcha version of a classic fall drink is about to be your new obsession.
Picture this: creamy froth, a swirl of warm spices, the sweetness of pumpkin, and that signature matcha glow that keeps you grounded while everyone else is on a caffeine rollercoaster. This combination just works. And Matcha DNA’s matcha powder? The mixer matcha that is meant for exactly this kind of spice.
what you’ll need
Let’s start with the essentials. Go check out your pantry and go on a shopping spree if you need it (it’s nothing crazy, I promise):
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1 scoop Matcha DNA matcha powder (the star of the show)
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2 oz hot water
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¾ cup milk (your favorite kind… I personally think oat milk is the best because it gives it that creamy café texture)
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1 tbsp pumpkin purée (real pumpkin is much nicer)
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½ tsp pumpkin spice mix (store-bought or your own combo: cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger)
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1 tsp maple syrup or honey
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Optional, but highly recommended: a drop of vanilla extract or a swirl of whipped cream to finish
how to make your pumpkin spice matcha latte
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Whisk the matcha: Add your matcha powder to a small bowl, then pour in the hot water. Whisk it in quick zigzag motions until smooth and frothy.
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Warm the pumpkin mix: In a small saucepan, combine the milk, pumpkin purée, pumpkin spice, and maple syrup. Stir gently over medium heat until everything’s warm and blended. Get ready because your kitchen is about to smell like fall!
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Combine and enjoy: Pour the pumpkin-spice milk into your favorite mug, and then slowly add the matcha on top. Give it a quick stir. This is where I recommend you add a generous swirl of whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin spice mix on top to make it a bit extra.
other cozy fall drinks to try next
Obviously, I never stop at just one drink. Trying different seasonal matcha lattes and recipes is like the best plan, and fall? Oh, let me just romanticize it all and make it feel like I’m in a Gilmore Girls episode, ok?
Here are a few other ideas you should try if you liked this recipe:
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White chocolate matcha latte, a comfort drink with main character energy
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Matcha chai latte, the cozy, energizing twist that blends matcha with the warming spices of chai
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Banana cream matcha, a creamy combination that just screams cozy
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Apple crumble matcha, fall in a cup!! Think delicious home-made apple pie with a lovely matcha touch
And of course, if you’re part of the iced drink crew (no matter the season), just turn all of these into iced version by pouring them over ice. Same cozy flavor, but with a chill twist.
Hey! Remember to share your creations with us! How would you remix these drinks? Maybe add caramel drizzle? A dash of cayenne for spice lovers? Tag us on TikTok @matcha.dna and Instagram @matchadna so we can see your version of fall in a cup.
And if you’re looking for more ways to mix up your matcha, go check out our blog for plenty of ideas (and way more to come, of course).
That’s all for now 💋💋
