When you need a break from your fall to-do list, pumpkin spice latte is the perfect treat. And if you just can’t get enough of this seasonal beverage but are on the lookout for a more natural, low-calorie alternative with additional weight-loss benefits, then you need to try our Pumpkin Spice Green Tea Latte!
Studies show that drinking green tea before your workout increases physical endurance by up to 25%. And unlike coffee, that increases levels of the stress hormone cortisol, green tea is a sort of anti-cortisol and reduces stress on the adrenal glands. So if you want to boost your workout duration, performance and fat-burning potential, add this yummy pumpkin spice green tea latte to your pre-workout routine!
Pumpkin Spice Green Tea Latte Recipe
Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 3 min | Yields: 2 cups
Pumpkin Pie Spice
+ 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
+ 1 tsp ground ginger
+ 1 tsp ground nutmeg
+ 1/2 tsp ground cloves
Pumpkin Spice Green Tea Latte
+ 1 cup filtered water
+ 1/2 tbsp green tea leaves
+ 1 cup milk of choice
+ 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
+ 1/4 cup pumpkin puree (DIY recipe here)
+ 1 tbsp honey
To make the pumpkin pie spice: Mix all the ingredients and store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 2 months.
To make the pumpkin spice green tea latte: Bring the water to a boil, then pour hot water over the tea leaves and spices. Let infuse for about 10 minutes, strain and pour tea into a saucepan. Add milk, pumpkin puree, and honey, stir and bring to a simmer. Take the saucepan off the heat and pour into 2 mugs. Top with a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon. Enjoy!
| calories | carbs | fat | protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 103 | 17.1 g | 2.6 g | 4.4 g |
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