Description
Indulge in the cozy flavors of fall with this Thick and Creamy Pumpkin Hot Chocolate recipe. Creamy, rich, and perfectly spiced, this decadent beverage is a must-try for pumpkin lovers.
Ingredients
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For the Pumpkin Hot Chocolate:
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 oz semisweet chocolate, chopped
For Topping:
- Whipped cream
- Cinnamon or nutmeg for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, whisk together milk, heavy cream, pumpkin puree, cocoa powder, sugar, and pumpkin pie spice until smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and chopped chocolate until fully melted and incorporated.
- Pour into mugs, top with whipped cream, and sprinkle with cinnamon or nutmeg if desired.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Heat gently, stirring frequently, until steaming but not boiling.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute almond or oat milk and coconut cream.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less sugar to taste.
- Use dark chocolate for a richer flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 65 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
