Description
Cozy pumpkin spice hot chocolate brings warmth to chilly autumn evenings with its rich, creamy blend of seasonal spices and chocolate. Smooth, comforting sips will transport you to a world of nostalgic flavors and delightful indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) whole milk
- 4 tablespoons (30 grams) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) pumpkin puree
Sweeteners and Spices:
- 2 tablespoons (25 grams) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ teaspoon (1 milliliter) vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Toppings:
- Whipped cream
- Ground cinnamon
- Ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Combine milk and pumpkin puree in a medium saucepan, whisking thoroughly over medium heat until perfectly blended.
- Introduce cocoa powder, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt into the liquid mixture, continuously whisking to eliminate any potential clumps.
- Maintain gentle heat, stirring consistently until the beverage reaches a steaming temperature (approximately 5-7 minutes), ensuring it doesn’t boil.
- Carefully remove the saucepan from heat source and incorporate vanilla extract, stirring gently to distribute the flavor evenly.
- Divide the rich, aromatic hot chocolate between serving mugs, creating an inviting presentation.
- Enhance the beverage with a generous dollop of whipped cream and a delicate sprinkle of ground cinnamon or nutmeg for an extra layer of warmth and complexity.
- Serve the hot chocolate immediately while it’s at peak temperature, allowing the full spectrum of seasonal flavors to be appreciated.
Notes
- Achieving the perfect texture requires whisking milk and pumpkin puree thoroughly to prevent separation and ensure a smooth, creamy consistency.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute regular milk with almond, oat, or coconut milk, which complement the pumpkin spice flavors beautifully.
- Control the sweetness by adjusting sugar levels or using alternative sweeteners like maple syrup or stevia for a healthier twist.
- Enhance the drink’s richness by using high-quality cocoa powder and freshly ground spices, elevating the overall flavor profile of the hot chocolate.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg