Description
This Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Tea Latte is a delightful Starbucks copycat recipe that blends creamy pumpkin-flavored foam with spiced chai tea for a refreshing and festive fall-inspired drink. Perfectly balanced with pumpkin puree, warm spices, and a frothy topping, this iced latte is easy to make and ideal for pumpkin spice lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pumpkin Cream Foam
- 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon whole milk
- 1 tablespoon canned pumpkin puree
- 1 tablespoon vanilla syrup
- 1/8 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
For the Chai Latte
- 1/2 cup milk of choice (such as 2%)
- 1/2 cup chai tea concentrate
- Ice, as needed
Instructions
- Prepare the Pumpkin Cream Foam: In a mason jar or glass, combine the heavy whipping cream, whole milk, pumpkin puree, vanilla syrup, and pumpkin pie spice. Use a milk frother to whip the mixture until it becomes thick, fluffy, and well-combined, about 10-20 seconds. Set aside.
- Assemble the Iced Chai Latte: Fill a serving glass with ice, then pour in the 1/2 cup milk of your choice followed by 1/2 cup chai tea concentrate.
- Add the Pumpkin Foam: Spoon the prepared pumpkin cold foam generously over the top of your iced chai latte.
- Serve and Enjoy: Stir gently if desired, then sip and enjoy your homemade pumpkin cream chai tea latte!
Notes
- Use canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, to control sweetness and spices.
- Adjust pumpkin pie spice according to your taste preference.
- Vanilla syrup adds sweetness and flavor; substitute with simple syrup if preferred.
- The frothing step is key to achieving the signature creamy, airy pumpkin topping.
- For a dairy-free version, use plant-based milk alternatives and non-dairy creamers.
