Brew your favorite chai tea and let it cool completely. You can use chai tea bags or loose-leaf chai tea. Chill in the refrigerator if needed.

In a small bowl or blender, whisk or blend the pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk (or maple syrup), pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Prepare the pumpkin cream topping: In a mixing bowl, whisk the heavy cream and powdered sugar (optional) until slightly thickened but pourable. Stir in a small amount of the pumpkin mixture to flavor the cream.

Fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour the cooled chai tea and milk into the glass, stirring gently to combine.

Carefully pour the pumpkin cream topping over the chai mixture, allowing it to float on top.

Sprinkle a pinch of pumpkin pie spice on top for garnish.

Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade Starbucks-inspired Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai!