Iced Apple Crisp Cream Chai

Iced Apple Crisp Cream Chai that’s dairy-free, can be made in 15 minutes, and tastes just like the real deal! The best part is that the syrup lasts for up to 2 weeks, so you can make homemade apple chai drinks all fall long. This Starbucks copycat recipe saves money, time, and has the BEST apple and chai flavors! After many tests, I can honestly say that this homemade version has been perfected and tastes like cozy fall goodness – you’re going to LOVE it!

Why You’ll Love This Ice Oatmilk Chai Latte

• REAL Apples – This recipe is made with real apples, so the syrup used is better for you and tastes amazing!
• Save Money – With only a few ingredients this syrup is so simple to make, and one recipe of the syrup is enough for 4-6 drinks. You can make them for friends, or enjoy them on the mornings you want something a little extra special.
• 15 Minutes – Sometimes it seems like the delicious drinks at Starbucks are too complicated or fussy to try to make at home, but not in this case. I’ve made sure this nondairy apple drink recipe is super easy and quick!
• Dairy-Free – I use creamy barista-style oat milk, but full-fat coconut milk would work great, too.
• Fall Flavors – The spicy flavors of the chai latte topped with apple and cinnamon are a truly magical combination.

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Dairy-Free Iced Apple Crisp Cream Chai Latte

As a working mom of littles, I don’t always have the time or energy to slip away to grab a drink from Starbucks, but I LOVE the fall menu! That’s why I’m so excited to share this easy, money-saving, copycat recipe of the Iced Apple Crisp Chai. With just a few simple ingredients, you’ll have all the cozy fall vibes in the comfort of your own kitchen. Plus, there’s something extra satisfying about whipping up this deliciousness at home while the little ones run wild—it’s my sweet little mom win!

Ingredients in Apple Crisp Nondairy Cream Chai

With just a handful of ingredients, the syrup is full of apple and cinnamon flavors. Add that to the latte ingredients, whip a creamy oatmilk cold foam, and voila! Here’s what you’ll need:

Apple Crisp Syrup

• Apple Cider (opens in a new tab) – NOT apple cider vinegar! Apple cider is made from whole, fresh apples and has a much stronger apple taste than apple juice that has been filtered and is made juice from the juice of the apple.
• Maple Syrup – Maple syrup (opens in a new tab) sweetens the syrup without overpowering the apple flavor. You can substitute with equal parts of granulated sugar if you prefer.
• Cinnamon – Warm and delicious, it takes the apple syrup to the next level!
• Apple – Fresh apple slices get smashed and steeped in the syrup, adding more apple flavor to the syrup without any fake apple additives.

Oatmilk Chai Latte

• Chai Concentrate (opens in a new tab) – I have found that a chai tea latte really needs to be made with a chai concentrate instead of chai tea bags. The tea bag doesn’t give it a strong enough flavor to add milk and ice and still have a good chai flavor. You can use unsweetened and add some of the apple syrup to it, or buy the sweetened option from the store.
• Oat Milk – In order to get the right consistency for the cold foam, it’s important to use barista-grade oat milk (opens in a new tab)! It’s thicker and creamier than normal oat milk and it’s so good! You can also substitute with full-fat coconut milk or extra-creamy cashew milk.
• Apple Crisp Syrup – Add a Tablespoon or 2 to the latte before topping it with foam for more flavor or to sweeten your unsweetened concentrate.

Apple Crisp Cold Foam

• Oat Milk – Or any type of plant-based milk.
• Apple Crisp Syrup

How to Make an Iced Apple Crisp Cream Chai

The syrup is so easy and quick to make, and you’ll never guess how easy it is to make cold foam! One latte comes together in just 15 minutes and the extra syrup can be stored for drinks all week long. Here’s how to make an Iced Apple Crisp Cream Chai:

Make the Apple Crisp Syrup

1. Combine all of the ingredients in a saucepan and simmer for about 10 minutes.
2. Mash the apples in the syrup, remove it from the heat, and allow it to cool completely.
3. Strain the syrup and store it in an airtight jar for up to 2 weeks in the fridge.

Assemble the Oatmilk Chai Latte

1. Add the chai concentrate to the oat milk and apple crisp syrup and stir it well.
2. Pour over a large glass of ice.
3. Top with the cold foam.

Whisk the 2-Ingredient Apple Crisp Cold Foam

1. Add the cold oat milk and apple crisp syrup to a glass.
2. Use a handheld milk frother (opens in a new tab) to whip the oat milk until it’s frothy and bubbly.
3. Pour the foam over the latte, sprinkle with cinnamon or nutmeg, and enjoy!

Storing Apple Crisp Syrup

Allow the syrup to cool completely and transfer it to an airtight container or glass jar. Refrigerate the syrup for up to 2 weeks, or freeze it for up to 3 months. To use the frozen syrup, allow it to sit at room temperature until completely thawed. The spices in the syrup may settle, so shake it well before using it in your drinks!

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• Baked Apple Croissant (opens in a new tab)
• Gingerbread Loaf Recipe
• Pumpkin Bread

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