This iced pumpkin cream chai is a cozy and refreshing drink that’s perfect for fall! It has a smooth chai tea base, creamy milk, and a rich pumpkin spice cold foam on top. This homemade version tastes just like Starbucks but is even better because you can adjust the flavors just how you like them!
Jump to RecipeIngredients Needed:
Pumpkin Spice Cold Foam:
- ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons 2% milk
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin puree
- 2-3 tablespoons vanilla syrup
- ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Iced Chai Latte:
- 1 ⅓ cup chai tea concentrate
- 2/3 cup milk
How To Make Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai?
- Make the pumpkin cold foam: In a small bowl, mix heavy cream, milk, pumpkin puree, vanilla syrup, and pumpkin pie spice. Froth with a milk frother for about 20 seconds until thick and creamy.
- Prepare the chai latte: Fill a glass with ice, then pour in the chai tea concentrate and milk. Stir gently to mix.
- Top with cold foam: Spoon the pumpkin spice cold foam over the chai latte, then sprinkle with extra pumpkin pie spice for a final touch.
- Serve and enjoy: Sip and enjoy this delicious fall-inspired drink!
Recipe Tips:
- Use the right chai concentrate: Not all chai tea concentrates are the same. Some are very sweet, while others are spicier. Taste your chai first and adjust the vanilla syrup if needed.
- Froth the cold foam just right: Don’t over-froth the cold foam, or it will become too stiff and won’t pour smoothly over the drink. Stop when it’s creamy and slightly thick.
- Use cold ingredients for the best texture: The milk and chai concentrate should be cold before mixing. This keeps the drink fresh and prevents the ice from melting too fast.
- Choose the right milk for creaminess: Whole milk makes the drink rich, while oat milk or almond milk can give a slightly lighter texture. Pick the one that matches your taste.
- Sprinkle pumpkin spice just before serving: Adding pumpkin spice on top at the last moment gives a fresh aroma and makes the drink look just like the Starbucks version!
How To Store Leftovers?
Let the iced pumpkin cream chai sit until it reaches room temperature. Then, pour it into a sealed jar and store it in the fridge for up to 2 days. The cold foam may lose its texture, so make a fresh batch before serving.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 432 kcal
- Total Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Cholesterol: 89mg
- Sodium: 126mg
- Potassium: 518mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 42g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 41g
- Protein: 8g
Starbucks Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai
Course: DrinksCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy1
servings5
minutes5
minutes432
kcalThis iced pumpkin cream chai is a cozy and refreshing drink that’s perfect for fall! It has a smooth chai tea base, creamy milk, and a rich pumpkin spice cold foam on top. This homemade version tastes just like Starbucks but is even better because you can adjust the flavors just how you like them!
Ingredients
- Pumpkin Spice Cold Foam:
¼ cup heavy whipping cream
2 tablespoons 2% milk
1 tablespoon pumpkin puree
2-3 tablespoons vanilla syrup
¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- Iced Chai Latte:
1 ⅓ cup chai tea concentrate
2/3 cup milk
Directions
- Make the pumpkin cold foam: In a small bowl, mix heavy cream, milk, pumpkin puree, vanilla syrup, and pumpkin pie spice. Froth with a milk frother for about 20 seconds until thick and creamy.
- Prepare the chai latte: Fill a glass with ice, then pour in the chai tea concentrate and milk. Stir gently to mix.
- Top with cold foam: Spoon the pumpkin spice cold foam over the chai latte, then sprinkle with extra pumpkin pie spice for a final touch.
- Serve and enjoy: Sip and enjoy this delicious fall-inspired drink!
Notes
- Use the right chai concentrate: Not all chai tea concentrates are the same. Some are very sweet, while others are spicier. Taste your chai first and adjust the vanilla syrup if needed.
- Froth the cold foam just right: Don’t over-froth the cold foam, or it will become too stiff and won’t pour smoothly over the drink. Stop when it’s creamy and slightly thick.
- Use cold ingredients for the best texture: The milk and chai concentrate should be cold before mixing. This keeps the drink fresh and prevents the ice from melting too fast.
- Choose the right milk for creaminess: Whole milk makes the drink rich, while oat milk or almond milk can give a slightly lighter texture. Pick the one that matches your taste.
- Sprinkle pumpkin spice just before serving: Adding pumpkin spice on top at the last moment gives a fresh aroma and makes the drink look just like the Starbucks version!
