Pumpkin Spice Chai Tea Latte Recipe
Pumpkin Spice Chai Tea Latte is a delicious blend of milk, chai tea, and real pumpkin puree with a hint of pumpkin pie spice. Try this Starbucks copycat drink this fall (vegetarian, gluten-free, and can be easily made vegan).
Here are some more pumpkin recipes that you must try this fall: Thai Pumpkin Red Curry, Pumpkin Juice, Savory Pumpkin Hummus, Pumpkin Pie Spice Smoothie, and Pumpkin Spice Granola.
About Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte
Pumpkin Spice Chai Tea Latte is a Starbucks copycat drink that offers a twist on the classic Pumpkin Spice Latte by replacing coffee with chai.
Made from scratch, this fall drink is a beautiful blend of chai tea (Indian milk tea, masala chai), real pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and milk of your choice. It has an utterly creamy texture and comforting flavors from the warm spices.
This homemade chai latte tastes like Starbucks’ pumpkin spice chai tea – rich, spicy, and perfectly sweet. So next time you crave one, you know it is easy to make at home!
This chai tea is nothing close to regular Indian milk tea, but I am sure you will love its distinct taste and aromatic flavors.
My homemade pumpkin spice chai latte recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, and can be easily made vegan. It can also be doubled or tripled.
Ingredients
Milk – I prefer to make my homemade pumpkin chai tea latte with whole milk (full-fat milk), as it makes the drink rich and creamy. However, you can use any milk of your choice. You can also use skim or low-fat milk.
Use plant-based milk (dairy-free milk) such as almond milk, coconut milk, soy milk, cashew milk, or oat milk to make this drink vegan.
Chai Tea – Buy any Indian black tea leaves to make this chai Latte. I like to use black tea bags as it makes the process easier, but you can also use loose tea leaves.
Pumpkin Puree – Make pumpkin puree at home with fresh pumpkins using my Pumpkin Puree recipe, or buy a can.
Pumpkin Spice Mix – Make a batch of Pumpkin Pie Spice at home or buy a bottle.
Dark Brown Sugar – Use dark brown sugar for a deep caramelized taste. Maple syrup or honey are good alternatives if you want to avoid sugar.
Vanilla Extract – Use the best quality one for its aromatic flavor.
For a spicy kick, you can add chai spices, such as a pinch of black pepper powder, crushed green cardamom pods, and crushed ginger root. You can also add ยฝ teaspoon of my Chai Masala Powder.
How To Make Pumpkin Spice Chai Tea Latte
Stir together the following ingredients in a saucepan.
- 2 cups milk
- 2 chai tea bags
- 2 tablespoon pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoon dark brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Note: Double up the chai tea bags if you prefer a stronger tea flavor.
Heat the mixture over medium-low heat for 5-6 minutes.
Discard the tea bags, add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the pan, and stir well.
Froth the mixture using an electric frother, a handheld electric or manual frother, or a French press.
Pour into two cups and serve hot.
Frequently Asked Questions
To make it with loose tea, brew the tea with milk for 2-3 minutes, then strain it and mix it with other ingredients, such as pumpkin puree, dark brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice. Cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, then add the vanilla extract and stir well. Froth the mixture, pour into cups, top with whipped cream, and serve immediately.
You can froth the milk using a coffee machine, a handheld electric or manual frother, an immersion blender, or a French press. Make sure the milk is hot when you froth it.
To froth a drink in a French press, pour the drink into it, filling it halfway. Put the lid on and pump the plunger a few times until the drink doubles in size.
Pour the drink into a glass filled with ice cubes to make an iced chai latte.
Serving Suggestions
This Pumpkin Spice Tea is the ultimate beverage for your fall tea parties.
Teacakes or homemade cookies can be served with this refreshing and warm beverage.
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Pumpkin Spice Chai Tea Latte Recipe (Starbucks Copycat)
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk (full-fat milk) (or skim, low-fat or plant based milk)
- 2 chai tea bags
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar (or maple syrup, honey)
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice mix
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Stir together milk, chai tea bags, pumpkin puree, dark brown sugar, and pumpkin pie spice in a saucepan.
- Heat the mixture over medium-low heat for 5-6 minutes.
- Discard the tea bags and add vanilla extract and stir well.
- Froth the mixture using an electric frother, a handheld electric or manual frother, or a French press.
- Pour into two cups and serve hot.