These Pumpkin Chai Lattes are the tea version of a pumpkin spiced latte with tons of warming spices for a healthier, tastier homemade drink!
Prep Time 5 minutesminutes
Cook Time 50 minutesminutes
Total Time 55 minutesminutes
Servings 8cups
Author Meme
Ingredients
4cupswater
1tablespoonground cinnamon
2teaspooncardamom
2teaspoonblack peppercorns
1teaspoonground ginger
1teaspoonnutmeg
½teaspoonground cloves
¼teaspoonallspice
25wholecloves
3cinnamon sticks
1inchpiece of fresh gingerpeeled & sliced
6bagsblack tea2 TBSP
4cupsmilk
1teaspoonvanilla extract
2tablespoonmaple syrupoptional
1cuppumpkin puree
Instructions
Add water, ground cinnamon, cardamom, peppercorns, ground ginger, nutmeg, ground cloves, allspice, whole cloves, cinnamon sticks, and fresh ginger slices to a 3 quart saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat to a simmer; stir occasionally. Simmer for 20 minutes.
Bring the mixture back to a boil and add tea. Turn heat to low and let tea infuse for 10 minutes.
Stir in the milk and maple syrup {if using}. Remove from heat and let sit for 15-20 minutes or until cooled.
Line a strainer with a coffee filter and strain the mixture into a container. Stir in pumpkin puree until completely incorporated.
Store in the refrigerator. When ready to serve, just pour over ice and add any additional sweetener if desired. You can also sprinkle with a little ground cinnamon for some extra yummy flavor. Enjoy!
Notes
*Any milk will work. Unsweetened Vanilla Almond milk was used for testing. 2% dairy milk is another favorite. Nutrition facts calculated using 2%. *Allspice and fresh ginger are optional