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Best Easy Homemade Pumpkin Chai Latte

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A cozy homemade pumpkin chai latte that comes together in under 10 minutes using a clever shortcut—pumpkin spice creamer. This happy accident turned into a fall favorite, delivering warm, spicy chai with creamy pumpkin flavor in every sip.

Ingredients

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  • 2 chai tea bags (e.g., Tazo Chai or Oregon Chai)
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin spice creamer (e.g., International Delight or Coffee Mate)
  • 1/2 cup milk of your choice (whole milk, oat milk, or almond milk)
  • 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup, honey, or brown sugar (optional, to taste)
  • Pinch of ground cinnamon (for garnish)
  • Whipped cream (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Brew the chai concentrate: In a small saucepan, bring 1/2 cup of water to a gentle boil over medium-high heat. Remove from heat and add 2 chai tea bags. Let steep for 5 minutes (or up to 7 minutes for a stronger flavor).
  2. Warm the milk and creamer: While the tea steeps, pour 1/2 cup milk and 1/4 cup pumpkin spice creamer into the same saucepan (or a separate one). Warm over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until steaming but not boiling (about 2-3 minutes). For froth, use a milk frother for 15-20 seconds.
  3. Combine and sweeten: Remove the tea bags from the water, gently squeezing them to extract flavor. Discard bags. Pour the chai concentrate into a large mug. Add the warm milk and creamer mixture. Stir gently. Taste and add optional sweetener (maple syrup, honey, or brown sugar) if desired, stirring until dissolved.
  4. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle a pinch of ground cinnamon on top. Add a dollop of whipped cream if desired, then another light sprinkle of cinnamon. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a stronger chai flavor, steep tea bags for 7 minutes. If using plant-based milk like almond milk, avoid overheating to prevent separation. The chai concentrate can be stored in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For an iced version, cool the chai concentrate and combine with cold milk and creamer over ice. For a ‘dirty’ latte, add a shot of espresso or 1/4 cup strongly brewed coffee.

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