Description
A warm, spiced autumn drink that blends the bold flavors of chai tea with creamy milk and the cozy notes of pumpkin spice. Perfect for crisp fall mornings or a comforting treat any time of year!
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 chai tea bags (or 1 tbsp loose-leaf chai)
- 1 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
- 2 tbsp pumpkin puree (or 1 tbsp pumpkin spice syrup)
- 1 tbsp sweetener (maple syrup, honey, or brown sugar)
- ½ tsp pumpkin spice blend (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, clove)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Optional Toppings
- Whipped cream (dairy or coconut-based)
- Sprinkle of pumpkin spice or cinnamon
- Cinnamon stick (for garnish)
Instructions
Brew the Chai Tea
- Steep chai tea bags in ½ cup of boiling water for 3-5 minutes.
- Remove tea bags and set aside.
Prepare the Pumpkin Spice Mix
- In a small saucepan, combine pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, sweetener, and vanilla extract over low heat.
- Stir until warm and fragrant.
Steam or Heat the Milk
- Heat 1 cup of milk in a saucepan or microwave until warm.
- For a frothy texture, use a milk frother or whisk.
Combine Everything
- Pour the brewed chai tea into a mug.
- Stir in the pumpkin spice mixture.
- Top with steamed milk, stirring gently to blend.
Garnish & Serve
- Add whipped cream, a dash of pumpkin spice, or a cinnamon stick for extra flair.
- Enjoy immediately while warm!
Notes
- For an Iced Version: Let the chai and pumpkin mixture cool, then pour over ice and add cold milk.
- For a Vegan Latte: Use oat, almond, or coconut milk and sweeten with maple syrup.
- For a Stronger Chai Flavor: Steep the tea 5+ minutes or use extra tea bags.
- For a Spiked Latte: Add a splash of bourbon, rum, or Irish cream for a festive twist.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Per Serving - Without Toppings
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 22g
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g