Looking for a delicious pumpkin drink from Starbucks that doesn’t have any coffee in it? Look no further! The Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Tea Latte is the perfect fall indulgence, and with this easy copycat recipe, you can now enjoy it in the comfort of your own home.
What is the Pumpkin Cream Chai Tea Latte?
The Pumpkin Cream Chai Tea Latte is a delightful tea-based drink that blends the warming spice flavors of chai with the cozy taste of pumpkin. This customer-inspired creation from Starbucks is perfect for anyone who wants to enjoy the flavors of autumn without the coffee. Made with a combination of chai tea concentrate, 2% milk, pumpkin spice cold foam, and pumpkin spice topping, this iced beverage is a fall favorite.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
You’ll absolutely love this homemade version of the Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Tea Latte because it tastes just like the one you get at the coffee shop! Plus, it’s incredibly easy to make. You can even prepare the pumpkin spice cream in advance and turn it into a cold foam just before you’re ready to enjoy your drink. With this recipe, you have the freedom to customize your latte exactly to your liking, adding extra ingredients like a shot of espresso for a bolder flavor.
Ingredients
To make this delicious drink, you’ll need the following ingredients:
- Chai tea concentrate: You can use your favorite brand or make a homemade chai tea using tea bags.
- 2% milk: The perfect companion to the chai tea concentrate.
- Pumpkin spice cold foam: This adds the delightful pumpkin flavor to your iced latte.
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For the pumpkin spice sauce, you’ll need:
- Sweetened condensed milk: Nonfat is ideal, but regular sweetened condensed milk works perfectly fine.
- Pumpkin puree
- Pumpkin pie spice
- Vanilla extract
How to Make Pumpkin Spice Sauce
Making the pumpkin spice sauce is a breeze. In a medium saucepan, combine a can of condensed milk, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and salt over medium-low heat. Stir the mixture and heat until it just starts to bubble. Remove it from the heat and stir in vanilla extract. Allow the sauce to cool by pouring it into a heat-proof jar or bowl and placing it in the fridge. Trust me, this sauce is absolutely amazing!
How to Make Pumpkin Cream Cold Foam
You can prepare the pumpkin cream in advance and convert it into a cold foam just before serving. Combine 2% milk, heavy cream, pumpkin spice sauce, and vanilla syrup in a large jar and shake well to combine. If you don’t have a large jar, you can stir the ingredients in a bowl and transfer the mixture to an airtight container. Keep the pumpkin cold cream refrigerated until you’re ready to use it. When you’re ready to serve, use an electric frother, hand mixer, or blender to froth the sweet cream until it turns into a foam. Don’t worry if you don’t have any of these appliances; simply shake the mixture vigorously in the jar until it becomes frothy.
How to Make the Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Tea Latte
Now that you have all the necessary components ready, it’s time to whip up your delicious drink! In an ice-filled glass, add chai tea concentrate, pour in the milk, and top it off with the pumpkin cream cold foam. Feel free to sprinkle some pumpkin pie spice on top for that extra touch of fall. Just one look at this delightful drink, and you can tell how wonderfully delicious it will be. The layers of flavor from the chai tea and pumpkin blend together perfectly, creating the ultimate fall experience.
Variations on the Drink
While the traditional Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Tea Latte is already amazing, you can easily customize it to suit your tastes. Here are some ideas:
- Make it a dirty pumpkin chai by adding a shot or two of espresso.
- For extra pumpkin flavor, substitute the 2% milk with all pumpkin sweet cream (note: this will increase the calorie content).
- Add caramel drizzle to enhance the fall flavor.
- Use your preferred dairy or dairy alternative instead of 2% milk. Oat milk, coconut milk, or almond milk are excellent options.
- Experiment with flavored syrups such as brown sugar, pumpkin, apple, cinnamon dolce, or caramel.
More Starbucks Fall Drink Copycat Recipes
If you’re a fan of Starbucks’ fall menu, then you’ll love these copycat recipes:
- Iced Apple Crisp Oatmilk Shaken Espresso: Just like a delicious apple crisp in a cup, this refreshing beverage will satisfy all your fall cravings.
- Caramel Apple Spice: A non-coffee treat bursting with caramel and apple flavors.
- Iced Gingerbread Oatmilk Chai Latte: Indulge in the cozy taste of gingerbread and chai in this caffeine-free creation.
I hope this Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Tea Latte copycat recipe gets you in the fall spirit! Whether it’s warm or chilly outside, a pumpkin drink is always a great idea. Don’t forget to visit Chefwaynes-bigmamou for more delicious recipes and inspiration. Cheers to a cozy and flavorful fall season!
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