Description
Warm pumpkin spice hot chocolate brings autumn’s comforting embrace in one luxurious mug. Swiss chocolate and classic fall spices merge into a creamy indulgence you’ll savor with pure seasonal delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups milk
- 1 ¼ cups white chocolate chips
- 15 ounces (425 grams) pumpkin puree
- 14 ounces (397 grams) sweetened condensed milk
Spices and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Garnish:
- Whipped cream
- Cinnamon sticks
Instructions
- Combine pumpkin puree, sweetened condensed milk, regular milk, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice in a large stockpot, whisking thoroughly to create a silky, uniform mixture.
- Position the stockpot over medium heat, gently warming the liquid while stirring consistently to prevent scorching or separation.
- As the mixture approaches a gentle simmer, carefully introduce white chocolate chips into the liquid, continuously stirring to ensure complete dissolution and a luxuriously smooth texture.
- Monitor the temperature closely, preventing the hot chocolate from reaching a full boil, which could compromise the delicate flavor profile and creamy consistency.
- Once the white chocolate chips have fully melted and integrated into the pumpkin-spiced base, remove the stockpot from heat.
- Transfer the decadent hot chocolate into individual serving mugs, creating an inviting presentation.
- Elevate the beverage’s visual appeal and flavor complexity by crowning each mug with a generous dollop of whipped cream.
- Enhance the aromatic experience by inserting a cinnamon stick into each serving.
- Conclude the preparation by lightly dusting the whipped cream with an additional sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice, adding a final touch of warmth and sophistication.
Notes
- Whip up this dreamy seasonal beverage in under 15 minutes, perfect for cozy autumn evenings.
- Customize your hot chocolate by adjusting the spice level or using dairy-free milk alternatives for a personalized touch.
- White chocolate chips create an ultra-creamy texture that elevates this classic drink from ordinary to extraordinary.
- Prep ingredients beforehand to streamline the cooking process and ensure a smooth, hassle-free experience.
- Garnish with whipped cream and a cinnamon stick to transform this drink into an Instagram-worthy treat that impresses guests.
- Store leftover hot chocolate in the refrigerator and reheat gently to maintain its rich, velvety consistency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 36 g
- Sodium: 160 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 56 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg