Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte Recipe
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I first tried the Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte when I was shopping with my daughter. I have loved classic PSLs since they came out, but trying the Chai Latte version of a pumpkin latte was kind of life-changing. Now I had another fun Starbucks coffee drink to try and recreate at home.
This Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte is everything you want from a fall drink without the coffee shop line or the coffee shop price tag. It’s warm, spiced, just sweet enough, and ready in about 10 minutes — no espresso machine required.
I have enjoyed this hot and over ice for those few fall days that are warmer than others.
Why You’ll Love It
- Ready in 10 minutes — this comes together faster than a trip to the drive-thru.
- Cozy, spiced flavor — chai and pumpkin pie spice make this taste like fall in a mug.
- Simple ingredients — just five pantry staples, no fancy syrups needed.
- Easy to customize — sweeten it your way and make it dairy-free if you’d like.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Whole milk — for a rich, creamy base. Any milk you have on hand will work.
- Chai tea concentrate — the shortcut to big chai flavor without steeping and simmering spices from scratch.
- Pumpkin puree — adds that classic pumpkin flavor and a hint of body to the latte.
- Pumpkin pie spice — the blend that ties everything together with warm, cozy notes.
- Honey or maple syrup — for sweetness, adjust to taste, or swap in your favorite sweetener.
Substitutions & Variations
- No chai tea concentrate? Steep 1 to 1½ teaspoons of homemade Chai Spice Mix in 1/2 cup strongly brewed hot black tea (or hot water, if you prefer a caffeine-free version) for about 5 minutes, then strain out the spices. Use this spiced tea in place of the chai concentrate, and proceed with the rest of the recipe as written.
- Dairy-free option — swap the whole milk for oat milk or your favorite non-dairy milk.
- Sweetener swap — honey, maple syrup, or a sugar-free sweetener all work well here.
How to Make Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte
Step 1 – Combine. Whisk all the ingredients together in a medium saucepan.
Step 2 – Heat. Warm over low-medium heat until steamy and hot, being careful not to let it boil.
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Step 3 – Pour – Pour into your favorite mug.
Step 4 -Serve = Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon and enjoy!
Time Saving Tips
- Keep chai tea concentrate on hand in the fridge so this comes together in minutes any morning.
- Make a double batch of the milk-spice mixture and reheat single servings as needed throughout the week.
Serving Suggestions
This latte is cozy all on its own, but it’s even better paired with a slice of [INTERNAL LINK PLACEHOLDER: pumpkin bread or fall baked good] or alongside [INTERNAL LINK PLACEHOLDER: a fall breakfast recipe]. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice for the full coffee-shop effect.
Storage & Reheating
Reheating: Reheat gently in a saucepan over low heat, or microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until warmed through.
Storage: Store any leftover mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
FAQs
Can I make this ahead of time? Yes! Whisk together the milk, chai concentrate, pumpkin puree, spice, and sweetener, then store in the fridge and reheat individual servings as needed.
Can I use a different type of milk? Absolutely. Whole milk makes it extra creamy, but 2%, oat milk, or almond milk all work well.
What if I don’t have chai concentrate? Steep a bagged chai tea in 1/2 cup boiling water for about 5 minutes, remove the bag, then whisk in the remaining ingredients and reheat until steamy.
Can I make this iced? Yes — let the mixture cool, then pour over a glass of ice for an iced pumpkin chai latte.
Pumpkin Spice Chia Latte
Equipment
- mug
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup chai tea concentrate
- 1 tbsp. pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
- 2 tsp. honey or maple syrup or your favorite sweetener
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a medium saucepan. Whisk well.
- Heat over low-medium heat, until steamy and hot, careful not to boil.
- Pour into your favorite mug and top with whipped cream, if desired.
- Note: If you prefer bagged chai tea, follow this same process, but first steep the tea with 1/2 cup boiling water for about 5 minutes (remove the boiling water from the heat). Then, remove the tea bag and add the other ingredients (minus concentrate), whisking well, and reheat until steamy.
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