When fall rolls in but the afternoons are still warm, an Iced Pumpkin Chai Latte is the perfect blend of cozy and refreshing. Imagine chai’s bold spices mingling with velvety pumpkin and vanilla a sip that tastes like crisp leaves and sweater weather, even on sunny days.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Ready in 10 minutes—no barista needed.
• Combines chai spice with pumpkin perfection.
• Easily made dairy-free or vegan.
• Tastes just like the coffee shop version (for half the cost).
• Perfectly spiced for cozy fall mornings or sunny afternoons.

Preparation and Cooking Time

Step	Time
Prep Time	5 minutes
Brew Time	5 minutes
Total Time	10 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 chai tea bag (or 1 tsp loose-leaf chai)
• ½ cup hot water
• ½ cup milk (dairy or oat milk)
• 2 tbsp pumpkin puree
• 1 tbsp maple syrup (or brown sugar)
• ¼ tsp pumpkin pie spice
• ¼ tsp vanilla extract
• Ice cubes

Optional Swaps:

• Swap maple syrup for honey or agave.
• Use coconut milk for a rich, tropical twist.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Steep the chai tea in hot water for 5 minutes, then cool slightly.
2. In a jar, mix milk, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, spice, and vanilla. Shake well.
3. Fill a glass with ice.
4. Pour in chai tea, then the pumpkin milk mixture.
5. Stir gently and top with a sprinkle of pumpkin spice.

Serving Suggestions

• Add whipped cream and cinnamon for a dessert-like finish.
• Pair with pumpkin bread, oatmeal cookies, or cinnamon scones.
• Serve in a mason jar with a reusable straw for the perfect Instagram shot.

Quick Tips or Variations

• Make it extra creamy by blending instead of shaking.
• Chill brewed chai in advance for faster prep.
• Add a shot of espresso for a pumpkin dirty chai twist!

FAQs

1. What is in an iced pumpkin chai latte?
It’s made with chai tea, pumpkin puree, milk, spices, and a sweetener poured over ice for a creamy, spiced drink.

2. Does an iced pumpkin chai latte have caffeine?
Yes, it contains caffeine from the black tea in chai, though less than coffee.

3. How do you make an iced pumpkin chai latte at home?
Brew chai tea, mix with milk, pumpkin, and sweetener, then pour over ice. Easy and delicious!

4. What’s the difference between an iced pumpkin chai latte and a pumpkin spice latte?
A pumpkin spice latte uses espresso and coffee, while an iced pumpkin chai latte uses spiced tea for a milder, more aromatic flavor.

Conclusion

This Iced Pumpkin Chai Latte combines fall’s favorite pumpkin spice with the smooth, spicy comfort of chai all served cold and creamy. It’s simple, refreshing, and feels like autumn in a glass.

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