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A creamy pumpkin chai latte in a clear glass topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon on a wooden table.

Pumpkin Chai Recipe Starbucks

This cozy pumpkin chai drink combines spiced chai tea with a creamy pumpkin milk mixture for a Starbucks-inspired treat at home. Serve it hot or iced, with whipped cream and extra spice if desired.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Equipment

  • Small saucepan
  • Whisk
  • mug
  • teapot or kettle
  • milk frother

Method
 

  1. Brew the chai tea and set it aside.
  2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the milk, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until hot and smooth. Do not let it boil.
  3. If desired, use a frother or whisk vigorously to make the pumpkin milk mixture foamy.
  4. Pour the brewed chai into a mug, then top with the pumpkin milk mixture.
  5. Add whipped cream if using and finish with a light dusting of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon.
  6. For an iced version, let the chai cool, then pour it over ice and add the chilled pumpkin milk mixture on top.

Notes

Use any milk you like for a dairy-free version. Adjust the sweetener to taste, and for extra froth, blend or whisk the pumpkin milk before assembling the drink.