Okay, hear me out. This copycat Iced Gingerbread Oat Milk Chai is way better than Starbucks. You can make it at home for a fraction of the price, and you don’t have to wait for them to decide it’s gingerbread season again. I used my homemade chai concentrate and my gingerbread simple syrup, and honestly, it tastes like Christmas just slapped you in the face in the best way. If you leave this out for Santa with some cookies, he won’t be touching the milk, trust me.
Here are the recipes for the Gingerbread Simple Syrup and Chai Tea Concentrate Recipe you’ll need to make this cozy drink at home. They’re what give it that warm holiday flavor that tastes just like Christmas morning. And if you want something to snack on while you sip, my Grinch Popcorn is the perfect sweet and salty match. When you’re ready to switch things up, the Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai and Protein Hot Chocolate will keep those cozy vibes going all season long.
Equipment
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Ingredients
- Oatmilk
- Chai Tea Concentrate Recipe
- Ice
- Gingerbread Simple Syrup
Directions
Add your oat milk and chai tea concentrate to a cup. Fill the cup with ice, leaving about half an inch from the top.
Add the oat milk to a measuring cup with the gingerbread syrup. Froth the milk until it’s light and fluffy. Pour the cold foam over the top of the latte and enjoy.
What do I serve with this recipe?
- Cookies
- Brownies
- Coffee cake
- Danishes
FAQs (Because Life’s Too Busy for Guesswork)
Yes, if you’d like to blend this to make it like a Frappuccino, you can.
Oatmilk froths better with the barista style or extra creamy option. Even then, it will produce a light foam. For a heavier, thicker foam, you could use heavy whipping cream, but it won't be dairy-free anymore. Alternatively, you can use canned coconut cream to keep it plant-based.
If you prefer a sweeter drink, several options are available. First, if you want to make it sweeter without significantly altering the flavor, you could add a tablespoon of brown sugar, granulated sugar, or honey. If you'd like to enhance the gingerbread flavor along with the sweetness, you can add another ounce of gingerbread syrup. Simply stir it directly into the latte.
If you need an extra boost in your drink, you can make it a “dirty chai” by adding a shot or two of espresso. This can be freshly brewed espresso or the powdered version mixed with a couple of tablespoons of hot water to dissolve.
What are substitutions that I can make?
- Oatmilk – There are other plant-based milks, such as coconut or almond milk. There is also the option to use whole milk if you would prefer.
- Chai tea concentrate – There are many store-bought options for chai tea concentrate, or you could use a homemade version.
- Gingerbread syrup – It's best made at home, but you can use store-bought if you prefer.
How should I store my leftovers?
- Iced Gingerbread Oatmilk Chai should be stored in a leak-proof, sealed jar or container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. It's recommended to store it without the ice, as it will continue to melt and dilute the drink. Stir well and add ice again when ready to enjoy.
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Iced Gingerbread Oatmilk Chai
Equipment
- Cup
- Measuring cups
- Frother
Ingredients
Latte
- 1/2 cup oat milk
- 1/2 cup chai tea concentrate
- Ice
Gingerbread Cold Foam
- 1/4 cup oat milk or heavy cream
- 1 oz gingerbread syrup
Instructions
- Add your oat milk and chai tea concentrate to a cup. Fill the cup with ice, leaving about half an inch from the top.
- Add the oat milk to a measuring cup with the gingerbread syrup. Froth the milk until it’s light and fluffy. Pour the cold foam over the top of the latte and enjoy.
Notes
Yes. If you’d like to turn it into a Frappuccino-style drink, you can blend it with ice until smooth. The foam doesn’t seem to be getting very foamy. How can I fix this?
Oat milk froths best when you use the barista-style or extra creamy version. Even then, it will create a light foam. For a thicker, creamier foam, use heavy whipping cream—but note that it won’t be dairy-free. If you want to keep it plant-based, canned coconut cream works well too. How can I make this sweeter?
For a touch more sweetness without changing the flavor, stir in a tablespoon of brown sugar, granulated sugar, or honey. If you want to boost both the sweetness and the gingerbread flavor, add another ounce of gingerbread syrup directly to your latte. How can I increase the caffeine?
You can make it a “dirty chai” by adding one or two shots of espresso. Fresh espresso works best, but instant espresso powder dissolved in a couple of tablespoons of hot water is a quick alternative.
Ohhh, I don’t know how I missed this last time (maybe I was too excited when I found your gingerbread syrup) so I have leftovers. Now I have to make this!! Thank you.