Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate Recipe
This pumpkin spice hot chocolate recipe is the perfect fall indulgence. With its rich chocolate base, real pumpkin flavor, and warming spices, it's sure to become a seasonal favorite.The recipe is quick and easy to make, taking only 15 minutes from start to finish.
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole milk or non-dairy alternative
- 4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ΒΌ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Whipped cream optional, for topping
- Ground cinnamon or nutmeg optional, for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together the milk and pumpkin puree over medium heat until well combined.
- Add the cocoa powder, sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt to the saucepan. Whisk continuously until the mixture is smooth and there are no lumps.
- Heat the mixture, stirring frequently, until it's hot but not boiling (about 5-7 minutes). You'll see steam rising from the surface.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the hot chocolate into two mugs.
- If desired, top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade pumpkin spice hot chocolate!