Description
This Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Tea Latte is a delightful Starbucks copycat recipe that combines rich pumpkin-flavored cold foam with spiced chai tea, perfect for an autumnal refreshment. The creamy pumpkin foam topping adds a luxurious texture and seasonal flavor to the chilled chai base, making it a cozy yet refreshing iced beverage to enjoy any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Cold Foam
- 2 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon whole milk
- 1 tablespoon canned pumpkin puree
- 1 tablespoon vanilla syrup
- 1/8 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Beverage
- 1/2 cup milk of choice (such as 2%)
- 1/2 cup chai tea concentrate
- Ice, as needed
Instructions
- Prepare Pumpkin Cold Foam: In a mason jar or glass, combine the heavy whipping cream, whole milk, canned pumpkin puree, vanilla syrup, and pumpkin pie spice. Using a milk frother, whip the mixture vigorously until it becomes thick, fluffy, and well-combined, about 10-20 seconds. Set the foam aside.
- Assemble the Drink: Fill a serving glass with ice cubes to your preference. Pour in 1/2 cup of your preferred milk (such as 2%) followed by 1/2 cup of chai tea concentrate, creating a layered tea latte base.
- Add Pumpkin Foam: Spoon the prepared pumpkin cold foam generously over the top of the iced chai latte, creating a creamy and flavorful topping that mimics the classic Starbucks presentation.
- Serve and Enjoy: Gently stir if desired to blend flavors, then sip and savor your homemade iced pumpkin cream chai tea latte, perfect for holiday vibes and cozy refreshment.
Notes
- You can substitute vanilla syrup with maple syrup or simple syrup for a slight variation in sweetness and flavor.
- Use dairy-free or plant-based milk alternatives to make this drink vegan-friendly, although the foam texture may vary.
- Adjust pumpkin pie spice amounts to taste; consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg for enhanced aroma.
- For a stronger chai flavor, use a chai concentrate with robust spices or add steeped chai tea instead.
- The milk frother is key to creating the signature creamy cold foam, but a vigorous whisking or blender can be used in its place.
