Description
Super-comforting spiced pumpkin chai latte recipe with fresh pumpkin puree, chai concentrate, pumpkin pie spice, almond milk and maple syrup (for 2 small or one large glass).
Ingredients
- 250 ml (1 cup) almond milk - or dairy milk or plant-based milk
- 2 black tea bags
- 1 cinnamon stick - or 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon.
- 1 star anise - optional
- 4 cloves
- 4 cardamom seeds
- 1 tsp liquid vanilla
- 2 tbsp. maple syrup - or brown sugar
- 180 ml (3/4 cup) water
- 4 tbsp. Pumpkin purée
- 1 tsp Pumpkin pie spice - or allspice mix
Instructions
Chai concentrate
- Place the black tea bags, cinnamon stick, star anise, cloves, cardamom pods, maple syrup, vanilla extract and water in a small saucepan.
- Cook over a low heat for 5 minutes until just starting to simmer, then leave to infuse for a further 10 minutes if possible.
- Strain the chai tea concentrate through a sieve to remove the seeds.
Making the latte
- Place the chai tea concentrate, pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice mix in a small or medium saucepan.
- Add the milk and heat over medium heat just warm.
- Pour into 2 medium-sized glasses or one large glass.
- Serve with a little whipped cream and enjoy warm, or serve cold with ice cubes.
Equipment
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Storage: Chai concentrate can be stored in a jar in the fridge for around 1 week. The drink should be consumed quickly.
Replace homemade chai concentrate with store-bought chai syrup or pumpkin syrup.
You can add a shot of espresso coffee for a full-bodied drink.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Latte
- Cuisine: American