Tazo Pumpkin Spice Latte Recipe
This Tazo pumpkin spice latte combines Tazo chai concentrate with real pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, milk, and vanilla for an easy fall drink you can make at home in just 7 minutes.
Unlike many pumpkin drinks that rely entirely on flavored syrup, this one starts with a quick homemade pumpkin sauce made with real pumpkin puree and sweetened condensed milk. Stir it into warm spiced chai and milk for a creamy pumpkin chai latte that’s just as good hot as it is over ice.
If you already love my Eggnog Chai Latte, this is the one to make as soon as pumpkin season rolls around.
Why You’ll Love This Pumpkin Chai Latte
- Made with real pumpkin. Pumpkin puree adds real pumpkin flavor and makes the homemade sauce extra creamy.
- Ready in 7 minutes. The pumpkin sauce and chai come together quickly, so you can make one faster than a coffee shop run.
- Make it hot or iced. Serve it steaming on a chilly fall morning or pour it over ice when September is pretending it’s still July.
- Easy to customize. Use your favorite dairy or non-dairy milk, adjust the pumpkin sauce to your preferred sweetness, or add espresso for a dirty pumpkin chai.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Tazo Chai Latte Concentrate – This gives the latte its black tea and warm chai spice base. If you don’t have concentrate, steep 3 chai tea bags in ⅔ cup hot water for a stronger-than-normal cup of tea.
- Pumpkin puree – Use 100% pure pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling. The pumpkin adds flavor and body to the homemade pumpkin sauce.
- Sweetened condensed milk – Sweetens the pumpkin sauce while making it extra creamy.
- Pumpkin pie spice – Adds the cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and clove flavors that make this taste like fall.
- Milk – Whole milk gives the latte a rich, creamy texture, but oat milk, almond milk, or your favorite milk will work too.
- Vanilla extract – A little vanilla rounds out the pumpkin and chai spices.
How to Make a Tazo Pumpkin Spice Latte
Make the Pumpkin Sauce. Add the pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, and pumpkin pie spice to a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat, whisking until completely smooth and warmed through. Remove from the heat.
Heat the chai and milk. Combine the Tazo chai concentrate, milk, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice in a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low until hot and steaming, stirring occasionally. Don’t let it boil.
Assemble the latte. Spoon ¼ cup of pumpkin sauce into a large mug. Pour in the hot chai mixture and stir until completely combined.
Serve. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice, if you like, and serve immediately.
Tips for the Best Pumpkin Chai Latte
- Don’t boil the milk. Heat the chai mixture just until it’s steaming. Boiling can change the texture of the milk and isn’t necessary.
- Adjust the sweetness. Start with less pumpkin sauce if you prefer a less-sweet latte. You can always stir in more.
- Make it extra frothy. Froth the warm milk and chai mixture with a handheld frother before pouring it over the pumpkin sauce.
- Make a dirty pumpkin chai. Add one shot of espresso to the finished latte for a stronger coffee-shop-style drink.
How to Make It Iced
Let the pumpkin sauce cool, then add ¼ cup to a tall glass. Stir in the Tazo chai concentrate, cold milk, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice until well combined. Fill the glass with ice and serve.
For the best flavor, chill the pumpkin sauce ahead of time instead of pouring warm sauce directly over the ice.
Recipe FAQs
For one pumpkin spice chai latte, this recipe uses ⅔ cup Tazo chai concentrate with ½ cup milk. You can adjust the ratio slightly if you prefer a stronger or milder chai flavor.
Yes. Steep 3 Tazo chai tea bags in ⅔ cup hot water to make a strong chai base. Using less water than you would for regular tea keeps the chai flavor from becoming diluted once the milk and pumpkin sauce are added.
Whole milk gives you a rich, creamy latte, while oat milk is a good dairy-free option because of its naturally creamy texture. Almond milk also works but will make a slightly lighter latte.
Yes. Store the cooled pumpkin sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir it well before using it in your latte.
Absolutely. Add a shot of espresso to the finished pumpkin chai latte. You may want to use slightly less pumpkin sauce if you prefer your dirty chai less sweet.
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Tazo Pumpkin Spice Latte
Ingredients
Pumpkin Sauce – Makes About 7 Servings
- ½ cup pure pumpkin purée
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz)
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
For One Pumpkin Spice Latte
- ⅔ cup Tazo Chai Tea Concentrate (or 3 tea bags steeped in ⅔ cup water)
- ½ cup milk of choice
- ¼ cup prepared pumpkin sauce (from above)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- whipped cream optional
- pumpkin pie spice for garnish optional
Instructions
- Make the pumpkin sauce. Add the pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, and pumpkin pie spice to a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat, whisking until smooth and warmed through. Remove from the heat.
- Heat the chai. Combine the Tazo chai concentrate, milk, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice in a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until hot and steaming. Do not boil.
- Assemble the latte. Add ¼ cup of the prepared pumpkin sauce to a large mug. Pour in the hot chai mixture and stir until completely combined.
- Serve. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Pumpkin sauce yield: The pumpkin sauce makes about 1¾ cups, or enough for approximately 7 lattes when using ¼ cup per drink. Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze ¼ cup portions in a freezer bag.
- Make it iced: Let the pumpkin sauce cool. Add ¼ cup pumpkin sauce, ⅔ cup Tazo chai concentrate, ½ cup cold milk, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice to a glass and stir well. Add ice and serve.
- Adjust the sweetness: For a less-sweet latte, start with 2 tablespoons of pumpkin sauce and add more to taste.
- Dirty pumpkin chai: Add one shot of espresso to the finished latte.
