This Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai recipe takes only 5 minutes to make and is made with the best cozy fall flavors! The creamy pumpkin foam and the warm chai spices are absolute perfection. And best of all, you can save time, and money, and stay in your pj’s while you sip! We love this easy Starbucks copycat drink and know that you’ll love it, too!
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Why You’ll Love This Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Latte
- Ready in 5 Minutes! – Using a chai concentrate makes this drink come together in no time, and you’ll love that the cold foam is so simple and quick to make.
- Save Money – And time! There is no need to drive and pay the prices at your local Starbucks or coffee shop for this incredible taste of fall. Stay in your pj’s and save those dollars.
- Creamy and Flavorful – The milk, spice-filled chai concentrate, and creamy smooth pumpkin cold foam layer over ice to create a dreamy beverage you’ll crave again and again.
- Starbucks Copycat – It tastes just like (if not BETTER) the real deal!
Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Tea Latte Recipe
As the temperatures start falling, dreams of seasonal beverages and the Starbucks fall menu begin. I love starting crisp mornings with a Maple Pecan Latte or Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew. The comforting flavors are such a treat and the best way to start a beautiful, crisp fall morning.
Fall always means 2 things to me – pumpkin and chai! What’s better than a Starbucks Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai to get into the cozy autumn, vibe? Making one at home, of course! I love how easy and quick this recipe is, and I know you’ll love it, too.
TIP: Pair it with a Baked Apple Croissant or Cinnamon Streusel Muffins!
Ingredients in a Starbucks Iced Pumpkin Chai
Even though this chai latte tastes next-level, it only requires a few really simple ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
Iced Chai Latte
- Chai Concentrate – The concentrates are ready to go and flavor-packed. You’ll add milk to it, but typically they come already sweetened so there’s no need for extra sugar.
- Milk – Use your favorite milk in the drink, or whatever you have on hand. I like using 2% milk in this chai.
Pumpkin Cream Cold Foam
- Pumpkin Puree – Plain pumpkin puree is used for the pumpkin cold foam. The real pumpkin flavor and the creamy, thick texture add so much to this beverage. You’ll love it.
- Heavy Cream – The cold foam requires a base of thick, full-fat milk. I have found that heavy cream does work best because it gets nice and thick with the frother, but you could substitute with whole milk or half-and-half as well.
- Milk – The little bit of milk thins out the ingredients for the cold foam just enough to use the frother easily.
- Pumpkin Pie Spice – Add this tasty spice to the cold foam, and then sprinkle just a little bit more on top!
How to Make an Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Latte
If you don’t have a milk frother at home, you can add the ingredients to a smaller blender cup and blend on high speed until thick and frothy. Follow these easy steps to make this yummy fall drink:
- Add ice, chai concentrate, and milk to a tall glass.
- In another glass or mason jar with high sides, combine the remaining ingredients.
- Use a frother to froth the ingredients until they are thick and frothy.
- Pour the pumpkin cold foam on top of the chai latte, sprinkle with a bit of pumpkin pie spice, and serve!
Variations for Copycat STarbucks Pumpkin Chai
- Make it Dairy-Free – Swap the milk for dairy-free milk like cashew, oat milk, or almond milk. For the heavy whipping cream substitute, I suggest using a barista-style oat milk for a thick and creamy non-dairy alternative.
- Make it a Dirty Chai Latte – Add a little more caffeine and flavor to this cozy beverage with a shot or two of espresso or 1/3 cup of strongly brewed coffee.
- Adjust the Sweetness – Chai concentrates are often already sweetened but you can find products that either have a lower sweetness amount or are completely unsweetened. Swap with one of those if you like things a little lighter on sugar.
- Make a Batch – Hosting a few people? You can easily make it for 4. Add 2 cups of chai concentrate and 1 cup of milk to a pitcher and stir. Divide that mixture between 4 glasses of iced. To a blender, add 1 cup pumpkin puree, 1 cup heavy cream, 1/4 cup milk, and 1 1/2 Tablespoons pumpkin spice. Blend on high speed until it’s thick and frothy, and gently pour the sweet cream over each glass.
More Starbucks Copycat Drinks
- Dirty Chai Latte
- Iced Apple Crisp Cream Chai
- Vanilla Matcha Latte
- Caramel Brulee Latte
- Mocha Cookie Crumble Frappuccino
- Caramel Ribbon Crunch Frappuccino
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Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Latte
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup chai tea concentrate
- 1/4-1/3 cup milk
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 Tablespoons milk
- 1 Teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- To a large glass, add several ice cubes and pour in the chai tea concentrate.
- Pour the 1/4 cup milk on top, and do not stir.
- In a separate container or glass with tall sides, combine the remaining ingredients.
- Using a frother, spin the ingredients together until light and frothy. You may need to stir it a bit before using the frother.
- Gently pour the pumpkin cold foam on the drink and top with a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice.
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