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Pumpkin Cream Chai Latte

Pumpkin Cream Chai Latte
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The Pumpkin Cream Chai Latte is a cozy fall-inspired beverage featuring a rich blend of warming chai spices, velvety pumpkin cream, and creamy milk, creating a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and creamy flavors. Ideal for chilly days, this aromatic drink brings the essence of autumn directly to your mug, making it a comforting and energizing treat.

Ingredients

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Tea Base

  • 2 strong black tea bags (Assam or Darjeeling recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon chai spice mix (blend of cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, ginger, black pepper)
  • 1 to 1.5 cups hot water

Pumpkin Cream

  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon sweetener (maple syrup, honey, or brown sugar)
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract

Milk Mixture

  • 1 cup milk (whole, oat, or almond milk)
  • ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or preferred sweetener)

Garnish

  • Pinch of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon
  • Optional: whipped cream

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Brew the Chai Tea Base. Steep the black tea bags and chai spice mix in hot water for 5 to 7 minutes to extract a robust, aromatic chai base.
  2. Step 2: Prepare the Pumpkin Cream. In a chilled bowl, whisk together heavy cream, pumpkin puree, sweetener, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form, creating a velvety pumpkin cream topping.
  3. Step 3: Heat and Sweeten the Milk. Warm the milk gently on the stove or use a frother, then stir in pumpkin pie spice and maple syrup to enrich the flavor and sweetness.
  4. Step 4: Assemble Your Latte. Pour the spiced tea into a favorite mug, add the warmed milk, and top with a generous dollop of the pumpkin cream mixture.
  5. Step 5: Garnish and Serve. Sprinkle a pinch of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon over the cream and serve immediately to enjoy the perfect blend of creamy, spicy, and sweet notes.

Notes

  • Use freshly ground spices for chai spice mix for maximum flavor and aroma.
  • Chill your mixing bowl and beaters before whipping pumpkin cream for better texture.
  • Adjust the steeping time of tea to increase or decrease chai strength.
  • Froth milk before adding for a lighter, airier texture.
  • Store leftover brewed chai and pumpkin cream separately in the fridge for up to 2 days.
  • Brewed chai can be frozen for up to one month; thaw and reheat gently.
  • For dairy-free options, use almond/oat/coconut milk and coconut whipped cream instead of dairy versions.

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Keywords: Pumpkin Cream Chai Latte, Fall Drink, Pumpkin Spice Latte, Chai Latte, Cozy Beverage, Autumn Drink, Dairy-Free Latte, Spiced Tea

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