Fall has finally arrived, and that means pumpkin spice everything. It’s everywhere: from the pumpkin spice cappuccinos at Starbucks, to pumpkin spice gum, everyone is trying to get their pumpkin spice fix.

Not a coffee drinker but still looking for a warm pumpkin spice drink? No problem! This pumpkin spice chai tea recipe will do the trick.

What you need:

For the Pumpkin Spice Base:

-1 cup real pumpkin puree (not pie filling)

-3/4 cup light brown sugar

-1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

-1 tablespoon vanilla extract

-1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

-1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg

-1 pinch of salt

For the Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte:

-2 tablespoons Pumpkin Spice Base

-1 cup milk (whole, 2%, skim, almond, coconut, soy, or whatever else you prefer)

-1 chai tea bag

Optional for serving:

-Whipped Cream

-Fresh nutmeg

To Make the Pumpkin Spice Base:

Mix all of the base ingredients together until it is evenly colored and darkened.

Put it into a clean jar with a tight fitting lid.

This can be stored in the refrigerator for a maximum of two weeks.

To Make a Pumpkin Spice Chai Latte:

Pour about 4 ounces of boiling water over the chai tea bag. Let it sit while you prepare the pumpkin milk.

Stir the Pumpkin Spice Base and the milk together in a microwave safe 2-cup container or saucepan until smooth.

If microwaving, heat on high until steamy and frothy. If heating in a saucepan, heat over medium high heat until steaming hot.

Pour the hot milk into the tea. If you prefer a strong flavor, you can leave the tea bag or remove it according to your own preference. Serve as is or top with whipped cream and a few scrapings of nutmeg.

Then enjoy your warm, festive beverage.