There’s something sacred about the fall, the air cools, the leaves turn, and we’re invited to slow down, ground, and come home to ourselves. This hormone-friendly, sugar-free Pumpkin Spice Latte made with Se Luz Cacao Husk Tea is more than just a cozy drink, it’s a ritual for balance, warmth, and feminine connection.
Cacao has been revered by women for centuries as a heart-opening and womb-connecting plant. The cacao husk, the outer shell of the cacao bean, holds many of the same benefits as pure cacao but with much less caffeine. It’s naturally rich in theobromine, a gentle stimulant that boosts mood and energy without the crash, and magnesium, which calms the nervous system and supports blood flow, essential for hormonal balance and emotional grounding.
Why a “Hormone-Friendly” Latte Matters
Traditional pumpkin spice lattes are often loaded with sugar, dairy, and refined syrups, all of which can create blood sugar spikes, inflammation, and cortisol imbalances that interfere with hormone health.
By contrast, this latte is crafted to be sugar-free, plant-based, and rich in compounds that support mood, circulation, and nervous system balance. It’s a cozy, fall-style treat that uplifts rather than disrupts your hormones.
What You’ll Need (Ingredients & Tools)
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1 cup plant-based milk (almond, oat, walnut, etc.)
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1 tsp pumpkin spice (a warming blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
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1–2 tbsp pumpkin purée
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1 tsp honey (optional)
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Blender or frother (optional)
Preferred ratio: Use a 1:1 or 1:2 cacao husk tea : water ratio to get a richer, latte-like base
Step-by-Step Recipe
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Infuse the cacao husk
Use your Se Luz infuser set and steep cacao husk tea (at the 1:1 or 1:2 ratio) in hot water for about 7-10 minutes. This becomes your base. -
Warm + froth milk
Heat your plant-based milk (don’t boil). Optionally, blend or froth it to get creamy texture or frothy foam. -
Add pumpkin flavors
Stir in 1 tsp pumpkin spice, pumpkin purée, and honey (if you like sweetness). -
Layer & finish
Pour the spiced frothy milk over the infused cacao husk tea. Set an intention, take a breath, and sip your cozy, nourishing cup.
Why This Works — Benefits Backed by Science & Tradition
Cacao Husk: Mood, Circulation & Mineral Support
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Cacao husk is high in fiber, minerals, and polyphenols. It’s considered a valuable byproduct with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory potential.
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Theobromine, a mild stimulant in cacao, helps boost mood, support circulation, and energize gently. It acts (in part) by blocking adenosine receptors and inhibiting phosphodiesterases.
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Cacao is also rich in magnesium, a mineral known for calming the nervous system, supporting muscle relaxation, and aiding in sleep and stress balance.
Pumpkin Spice & Pumpkin Purée
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The warm spices (cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, etc.) often used in pumpkin spice have anti-inflammatory and digestive support properties.
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Pumpkin purée is high in vitamin A (as beta-carotene), fiber, and minerals, helping to feed digestion and support overall nutrient intake.
Hormonal & PCOS Relevance
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By avoiding sugar and refined carbs, this latte helps reduce insulin spikes, a key factor in PCOS and hormone disruption.
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The calming and circulatory support from cacao (via theobromine and magnesium) helps keep stress hormones (like cortisol) in check.
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