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Cozy Brown Sugar Pumpkin Chai Latte: Best Homemade Recipe

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This cozy brown sugar pumpkin chai latte is a quick and easy homemade drink that combines rich chai spices, real pumpkin, and brown sugar for a comforting, soul-soothing treat. Perfect for chilly afternoons or a cozy moment, it comes together in under 10 minutes with simple pantry ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 2 black tea bags (Assam or strong breakfast blend)
  • 1 cup water (240 ml)
  • 2 green cardamom pods (optional)
  • 2 cloves (optional)
  • 1 small cinnamon stick (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree (100% pure, not pie filling)
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed (light or dark)
  • ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup milk (240 ml; whole milk or dairy-free alternative)
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream or half-and-half (optional)
  • Whipped cream (for topping, optional)
  • Cinnamon stick (for garnish, optional)
  • Extra pumpkin pie spice (for dusting, optional)

Instructions

  1. Make the chai concentrate: Bring 1 cup of water to a boil in a small pot. Remove from heat, add 2 black tea bags and whole spices (if using). Steep for 5 minutes. Remove tea bags (squeeze gently) and strain out spices. Set aside.
  2. Combine pumpkin mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree, 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar, ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, and ½ teaspoon vanilla extract until it forms a thick paste. If too stiff, add 1 teaspoon hot water.
  3. Heat the milk: Pour 1 cup of milk into a small saucepan. Add the pumpkin mixture and whisk continuously over medium heat until small bubbles appear around the edges (about 3 minutes). Do not boil.
  4. Combine and froth: Pour the chai concentrate into your mug. Pour the hot pumpkin milk over it. If using a frother, froth the top layer for 15-20 seconds until foamy.
  5. Finish and serve: Top with whipped cream if desired. Dust with a pinch of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon. Add a cinnamon stick for stirring. Serve immediately.
  6. Taste and adjust: Before serving, taste and add more brown sugar for sweetness or a pinch of ginger or cardamom for extra spice.

Notes

For a dairy-free version, use oat milk or canned coconut milk. For a caffeine-free version, use rooibos or honeybush tea. The chai concentrate can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The pumpkin mixture (without milk) keeps for 3 days in a sealed jar. Do not store the assembled latte.

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