Description
Creamy pumpkin essence dances through this refreshing chai tea latte, blending autumn’s warmth with cool sophistication. Spices and smooth chai create an irresistible beverage you’ll savor from first sip to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- ½ cup chai tea concentrate
- ½ cup milk (2%)
Pumpkin Cold Foam Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) heavy whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) whole milk
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) canned pumpkin puree
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) vanilla syrup
Spice:
- 1/8 teaspoon (0.625 ml) pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Gather a milk frother, mason jar, and tall glass to prepare this autumnal beverage.
- Combine heavy whipping cream, whole milk, pumpkin puree, vanilla syrup, and pumpkin pie spice in the mason jar.
- Vigorously froth the pumpkin cream mixture for 10-20 seconds until achieving a light, airy texture with soft peaks.
- Select a tall glass and fill it completely with ice cubes.
- Pour equal portions of milk and chai tea concentrate over the prepared ice, allowing the liquid to chill instantly.
- Gently spoon the whipped pumpkin cream on top of the iced chai, creating a luxurious layered effect.
- Use a long spoon or straw to slightly mix the layers, creating a marbled appearance.
- Optionally, dust the surface with an extra sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice for enhanced aromatic garnish.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the harmonious blend of creamy pumpkin and spiced chai flavors.
Notes
- Achieve the perfect foam consistency by frothing ingredients for 10-20 seconds, creating a light and airy texture.
- Customize your latte by choosing dairy alternatives like almond or oat milk for a personalized twist.
- Elevate the autumn flavor profile by sprinkling extra pumpkin pie spice on top of the foam for an aromatic finish.
- Make ahead and store pumpkin foam in the refrigerator for up to 2 days, ensuring a quick and easy drink preparation.
- Use a high-quality chai tea concentrate to guarantee a rich, robust base for your latte.
- Experiment with homemade vanilla syrup to control sweetness and add a unique, fresh touch to your beverage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg