This fall, there’s a new seasonal favorite at Starbucks—the Iced Pumpkin Spice Chai—but why wait in long lines when you can make a version at home that’s just as good, if not better? This homemade Iced Pumpkin Spice Chai combines the cozy warmth of chai spices with the iconic flavors of pumpkin spice, all chilled to perfection. It’s a refreshing twist on a fall classic, with the boldness of black tea and the creamy sweetness of pumpkin creating a drink that’s as satisfying as a cool autumn breeze.

Perfect for those who love the spiced notes of chai but crave something a little different, this drink brings together the best of both worlds. You’ll get the comforting blend of cinnamon, cloves, ginger, and cardamom, all balanced with the sweet, earthy richness of pumpkin spice. It’s the ideal drink for when you want to indulge in fall flavors but still need something refreshing and cool.

Not only is this recipe easy to make, but it also gives you the freedom to adjust the sweetness, spice level, and creaminess to your liking. With a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a café-quality drink at home that rivals anything you’d find at Starbucks. Keep reading for the full recipe and a few bonus tips on how to make this your go-to fall drink!

Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup chai tea concentrate
• 1/3 cup whole milk (or whatever milk you prefer)
• 1/2 cup pumpkin cream cold foam

Pumpkin Cream Cold Foam

• 2 Tbs Pumpkin Sauce
• 1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 Tbs whole milk
• 1 tsp vanilla

Pumpkin Sauce

• 1 – 14oz can sweetened condensed milk
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 Tbs cinnamon (can also sub these spices for 1 Tbs pumpkin pie spice)
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp allspice
• 1/4 tsp ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 tsp vanilla

Directions:

1. Start by making your pumpkin sauce. In a sauce pan over medium heat, combine, all the ingredients stirring constantly until bubbly.
2. Remove from heat and transfer to a jar or bowl and let cool completely in the fridge.
3. In a small but tall measuring cup or bowl combine all the ingredients for the pumpkin cream cold foam. Use a hand frother to mix until combined and frothy. Mixture should be thick and creamy.

To Assemble:

1. Fill a glass half way with ice.
2. Pour in the chai tea concentrate and then the milk.
3. Top with Pumpkin Cream Cold Foam and enjoy!

* Pumpkin Sauce can be kept and stored in the fridge to use throughout the month in your favorite drinks. Just drop a scoop into a tall glass with milk or heavy cream and blend with a hand frother for the yummiest pumpkin cream cold foam in seconds!