Pumpkin Chai Latte

5 from 1 vote

This cozy pumpkin spice chai latte recipe is the perfect drink for chai lovers! Creamy pumpkin puree, chai black tea, and a touch of maple syrup make this the perfect drink for pumpkin season.

Prep Time10

Cook Time5

Total Time15

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Author: Bailey Rhatigan

Equipment

1 saucepan
2 mugs

Ingredients

3 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk
2 chai flavored tea bags
1 ½ Tbsp maple syrup use less if using sweetened almond milk
½ tsp pumpkin pie spice
¼ tsp salt
2 Tbsp pumpkin purée
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 cinnamon sticks optional, for garnish
Whipped cream optional, for topping

Instructions

In a small saucepan, heat almond milk on low. Set the tea bags in and let them “steep” for about 4-6 minutes depending on how strong you like the flavor of chai.
press the tea bags firmly with a spoon when taking them out to be sure the flavor infuses the milk. Don’t let the milk bubble, just let it get nice and warm.
Keep the stovetop on low. Add in maple syrup, pumpkin purée, pumpkin spice, salt, vanilla, whisk or mix in well to ensure no lumps. Again, don’t let the milk burn or bubble, just let it get nice and warm.
Carefully pour the pumpkin chai latte into 2 mugs. Top with whipped cream and add a cinnamon stick for garnish. Enjoy!

Notes

Make a “dirty chai” by adding 1 cup of brewed coffee or 1 espresso shot to the latte.
Warm the milk slowly to prevent it from curdling. Keep the heat low and stir while letting the tea bags steep.
Taste as you go. Add more maple syrup if you like it sweeter.
Whisk pumpkin puree until smooth. Pumpkin purée can sometimes clump, so whisk it thoroughly with the spices, salt, and vanilla until it's nice and smooth.

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