Description
A cozy, small-batch pumpkin chai latte designed for a single serving. This recipe uses real pumpkin puree and fresh spices to create a creamy, spiced drink without the waste of larger batches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup water
- 2 black tea bags (Assam or Ceylon)
- 1 cup milk (whole, 2%, or oat milk)
- 2 tablespoons 100% pure pumpkin puree
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pinch of ground cardamom
- 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup or brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Add 1 cup of water, tea bags, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cardamom to a small saucepan.
- Bring to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce to low and simmer for 3-4 minutes until the water is deep amber.
- Remove from heat and let steep for 2 minutes, then remove and discard tea bags.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add milk, pumpkin puree, sweetener, and vanilla extract to the pot.
- Whisk constantly until the pumpkin is fully dissolved and the mixture is smooth and hot (around 160°F/70°C). Do not boil.
- Whisk vigorously for 30 seconds to incorporate air and create a latte texture, or use a handheld frother.
- Pour into a 12-ounce mug and serve immediately.
Notes
Do not let the milk boil to prevent scorching. Whisk the pumpkin puree early while the milk is cool or warm to prevent clumping. For a spicier kick, add a pinch of black pepper. Fresh spices yield the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 ounces
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 8
Keywords: pumpkin chai latte, small batch recipe, fall drinks, chai latte for one, pumpkin spice drink, cozy autumn recipes