Description
Are you craving the cozy warmth of fall in a cup? The delightful fusion of spices, pumpkin, and creamy milk in a homemade pumpkin chai latte is simply irresistible. This comforting beverage not only energizes your spirit but also envelops your senses with its inviting aroma, making it the perfect treat for chilly mornings or lazy afternoons. Crafting your own pumpkin chai latte at home allows you to customize flavors, ensuring every sip is just right for you.
Ingredients
For the Latte:
1 tea bag of spiced chai or decaf spiced rooibos chai
½ cup plain, unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
2 tablespoons real pumpkin purée
1 tablespoon real maple syrup or honey
¼ teaspoon pumpkin spice blend (or ⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon, ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger, dash of nutmeg, dash of cloves)
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Tiny dash of salt
½ teaspoon arrowroot starch or cornstarch (optional, for creaminess)
Instructions
Brew the Tea: Start by steeping the spiced chai tea bag in 1 cup of boiling water for about 5 minutes.
Prepare the Pumpkin Mixture: While the tea brews, in a small saucepan, combine your choice of almond milk, pumpkin purée, maple syrup, pumpkin spice blend, vanilla extract, and a tiny dash of salt. Heat over low heat until combined and frothy. For extra creaminess, stir in arrowroot starch or cornstarch and whisk until smooth.
Combine: Once the chai tea is ready, pour it into a mug and add the heated pumpkin mixture. Whisk until combined and frothy.
Garnish: Optionally, top with whipped cream (dairy or non-dairy) and garnish with a cinnamon stick or star of anise for added indulgence.
Notes
For an extra spicier kick, add a dash of cayenne pepper or more ginger.
Adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup or honey to taste.
Customize the milk to your preference—almond, oat, or coconut milk work wonderfully.
For an indulgent twist, top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-7 minutes
- Category: Beverage, Fall Drink
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: pumpkin, chai, latte, fall drink, spiced chai, homemade, cozy, pumpkin spice