Chai Tea Latte (Starbucks Inspired) Recipe
This Starbucks-inspired Chai Tea Latte with a spiced pumpkin sweet cream brings the cozy flavors of fall right into your cup. Made with chai tea concentrate, rich pumpkin puree, and a creamy blend of coconut and oat milk, this latte offers a perfect balance of warm spices and smooth texture, ideal for a comforting seasonal treat at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: No-bake, Frothing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Pumpkin Sweet Cream
- 5 tbsp full fat coconut milk or heavy cream of choice (chilled for 10 minutes for best results)
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or vanilla syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 tbsp pumpkin puree
- ⅛ tsp pumpkin pie spice
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 1–2 tbsp oat milk (to thin as needed)
Beverage
- ½ cup chai tea concentrate (note: for vegan option, check if boxed version contains honey)
- ½ – ¾ cup oat milk or milk of choice
- Handful of ice
Instructions
- Prepare the Pumpkin Sweet Cream: In a jar or mixing container, combine the coconut milk, maple syrup or vanilla syrup, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract if using. Stir well to mix all ingredients evenly.
- Froth the Mixture: Using a milk frother, blend the pumpkin sweet cream ingredients until the mixture becomes smooth and velvety. If the cream is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of oat milk to reach a thick but pourable consistency.
- Assemble the Latte: Place a handful of ice into your serving glass. Pour the chai tea concentrate over the ice. Slowly add ½ to ¾ cup of oat milk or your preferred milk over the chai tea concentrate. Stir gently to combine the layers.
- Top with Pumpkin Sweet Cream: Carefully spoon or pour the frothed pumpkin sweet cream over the top of the chai tea latte, allowing it to float on the surface.
- Garnish and Serve: Optionally sprinkle a pinch of extra pumpkin pie spice on top for added aroma and visual appeal. Serve immediately with a straw or spoon to stir as you sip your latte.
Notes
- For a vegan drink, ensure the chai tea concentrate does not contain honey or use a vegan-approved brand.
- Adjust the sweetness by modifying the amount of maple syrup or vanilla syrup according to your preference.
- If you prefer a stronger pumpkin flavor, increase the pumpkin puree by an additional half teaspoon.
- You can substitute oat milk with almond, soy, or cow’s milk based on dietary needs or flavor preferences.
- Chilling the coconut milk or cream before frothing improves the texture and froth quality.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 latte (approx. 12 oz)
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
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