Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Chai Latte
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup chai tea concentrate (such as Tazo)
- 3/4 cup whole milk (or milk of choice)
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- Extra cinnamon or pumpkin spice for garnish
Instructions
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together the milk and the pumpkin puree. Make sure the pumpkin is fully incorporated into the milk so there are no lumps.
- Whisk in the maple syrup, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice. Continue to stir as the mixture heats up to ensure the flavors meld together perfectly.
- Heat the pumpkin milk until it is steaming and small bubbles form around the edges, but do not let it come to a rolling boil. If you have a milk frother, you can froth this mixture now for a lighter texture.
- In a separate mug or the same saucepan, add the chai tea concentrate. If you like your drink very hot, you can heat the concentrate before adding it to the milk mixture.
- Pour the warm pumpkin milk over the chai tea concentrate. Stir gently to combine. Taste and add more sweetener if desired.
- Top your latte with a generous swirl of whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon. Serve immediately while hot.