A pumpkin spice chai latte is the most perfect, warm, and comforting beverage all year round! The warm spices, frothy milk, sweet pumpkin puree, and extra whipped cream, makes this recipe so nostalgic! Did I mention how easy this recipe is to whip up? This pumpkin chai latte is made in less than 10 minutes! Perfect for the whole family!

Do you see how creamy this chai latte is?? I LOVE making this recipe during those chilly fall and winter months but also throughout the year! There is nothing like the comforting notes of warm spices to relax you in the early morning. Something creamy, sweet and satisfying!
This recipe is so easy to prepare, which makes it the perfect quick breakfast, snack, or even dessert!
For another delicious, and creamy beverage, see my Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Smoothie!
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Pumpkin Chai Latte Ingredients
The best thing about this recipe is that it has only 5 main ingredients! Many of these ingredients you already have in your fridge or pantry! For this delicious recipe you will need the following ingredients:

- Chai tea bag-Use your favorite chai tea brand for this recipe, you can also substitute with a chamomile or black tea and add spices!
- Vanilla syrup-I use premade vanilla syrup from the store to add to my favorite tea and coffee latte recipes.
- Pumpkin puree-Canned pumpkin puree works perfectly for this recipe!
- Cinnamon-Don't skip the cinnamon powder for this recipe, it is the perfect added spice to make this latte super comforting! You can also substitute with a cinnamon stick!
- Milk-Use your favorite preferred milk for this! Soy milk, whole milk, and coconut milk are my favorite for this recipe!
- Optional-Whipped cream and a cinnamon stick!
See recipe card for additional details and quantities.
Step-by-Step Instructions
For the full instructions and measurements for how to make this delicious recipe, please skip down to the recipe card at the bottom of the post!
Use the following step-by-step instructions for how to make this delicious pumpkin spice chai latte recipe:

In your preferred mug, add the pumpkin puree and vanilla syrup. Mix well.

Add your tea bag to the same mug, and fill half of the mug with hot water. Allow to steep for 2 minutes.

Remove your tea bag and stir well. Then add your warm, or steamed, milk of choice.

Then top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon and enjoy!
Hint: If you do not have a chai tea bag, feel free to use your favorite chamomile or black tea flavor and add delicious spices! Spices like cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and star anise!
Chai Latte Substitutions
This spiced chai latte recipe is so simple and makes substituting ingredients so easy for allergy, and diet, friendly alternatives!
- Dairy-free - instead of using whole milk in this recipe, you can use your favorite preferred milk like soy, oat, or coconut milk!
- Low sugar - use sugar-free vanilla syrup instead of regular vanilla syrup, to make this recipe lower in sugar!
- Low fat - to make this a lower fat option, substitute the whole milk for skim milk or almond milk!
Tip: If you substitute the chai tea in this recipe, with coffee or espresso, then you have yourself a delicious pumpkin latte or pumpkin coffee!
Pumpkin Chai Variations
This recipe is easily customizable with multiple variations of toppings and flavor suggestions:
Flavor Suggestions:
- Cinnamon Syrup
- Brown Sugar Syrup
- French Vanilla Syrup
- Pumpkin Spice Syrup
There are SO many delicious tea and coffee syrups available now to be able to customize your latte to your liking!
Topping Suggestions:
- Whipped cream
- Marshmallows
- Pumpkin sauce
- Caramel drizzle
See this amazing oatmeal cream pie recipe on my website, that would go perfectly with this pumpkin chai latte!
Equipment
For this recipe all you need is your favorite coffee cup and a microwave to heat your water! You could alternatively use a tea kettle to warm your water as well. Be careful when using hot liquids.
These are the coffee mugs that I used for this recipe!
Storage
For this recipe, you can store your pumpkin puree, in an air-tight container, in the fridge for up to 7 days! This is so that you can make your pumpkin chai latte recipe on demand!
You can store the rest of your leftover pumpkin spice chai recipe in the fridge for up to 3 days. Then you can easily heat and serve. Or you can serve over ice for an iced pumpkin chai latte!
Top tips
- If you do not have a chai tea bag, feel free to use your favorite chamomile or black tea flavor and add delicious spices! Spices like cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and star anise!
- If you substitute the chai tea in this recipe, with coffee or espresso, then you have yourself a delicious pumpkin latte or pumpkin coffee!
- You can store the rest of your leftover pumpkin spice chai recipe in the fridge for up to 3 days. Then you can easily heat and serve. Or you can serve over ice for an iced pumpkin chai latte!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A pumpkin spice latte is different from a pumpkin chai latte. A pumpkin spice latte is made with espresso, while a pumpkin spice latte is made with chai tea, not espresso as the base.
Pumpkin spice is delicious in chai tea! You get the warm spices, frothy milk, sweet pumpkin puree, and whipped cream! Pumpkin and chai is the perfect pairing!
A pumpkin chai latte is so delicious! Warm spices complements the pumpkin puree, and creamy milk! This beverage tastes like a warm pumpkin pie!
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Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte
Equipment
- 1 Tea Kettle optional
- 1 Milk frother optional
Ingredients
Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte
- 2 tablespoon Pumpkin puree Canned
- 1 tablespoon Vanilla syrup or your preferred sweetener
- 1 Chai tea bag
- 1 Cup Whole milk or preferred milk
- ¼ teaspoon Cinnamon
- 2 tablespoon Whipped cream Optional
Instructions
Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte
- Preheat your tea kettle filled with water.
- In your preferred mug, add the pumpkin puree and vanilla syrup. Mix well.
- Add your tea bag to the same mug, and fill half of the mug with hot water. Allow to steep for 2 minutes.
- Remove your tea bag and stir well. Then add your warm, or steamed, milk of choice.
- Then top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon and enjoy!
Becky
OMG this was yum yum🧋😋❤️