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    Easy Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate

    Nov 2, 2022 · Leave a Comment

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    This recipe for easy pumpkin spice hot chocolate is a fall favorite drink! It's a creamy, rich hot cocoa made with pumpkin puree and chocolate chips. This homemade hot beverage is a quick way to combine pumpkin pie spice with chocolate.

    a glass mug of easy pumpkin spice hot chocolate next to a pumpkin, cinnamon sticks and marshmallows.

    I love a hot beverage for these cooler months! This rich and delicious pumpkin spice hot chocolate is perfect for those cold days when you want a little chocolate too.

    If you are looking for more pumpkin recipes you might also enjoy my Pumpkin Apple Baked Oatmeal with Streusel Topping, this Trader Joe's Copycat Pumpkin Butter, my Dairy Free Pumpkin Pie Smoothie, this Dunkin Copycat Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew, or my Gluten Free Pumpkin Spice Pancakes recipes.

    You can find all of my pumpkin recipes here: Gluten Free Pumpkin Recipes

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    a glass mug of easy pumpkin spice hot chocolate next to cinnamon sticks and mini marshmallows.

    Ingredients

    • Milk
    • Pumpkin Puree
    • Brown Sugar
    • Vanilla Extract
    • Ground Cinnamon
    • Ground Nutmeg
    • Ground Ginger
    • Allspice
    • Ground Cloves
    • Sea Salt
    • Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
    • Miniature Marshmallows

    Instructions

    In a small saucepan over medium heat add the milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, cloves and sea salt. Stir to combine.

    Let the mixture come to a simmer and then add the semi sweet chocolate chips. Whisk until the chocolate chips are melted and the mixture has a glossy sheen, about 3-4 minutes.

    Pour into a mug and enjoy with miniature marshmallows or whipped cream on top.

    Substitutions

    • Pumpkin Pie Spice - instead of adding the cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice and cloves you can add 1 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice
    • Whipped Cream - top with whipped cream instead of miniature marshmallows

    Supplies

    I get a lot of my ingredients from Thrive Market. Thrive Market has been a game changer for me eating gluten free. They have so many options I can’t get at my rural grocery stores! Use this link to get 25% off your first order!

    Storage

    If you are making this ahead of time or don't have time to drink it after you make it you can store it in a sealed jar or bottle in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

    To reheat pour into a small saucepan and using medium heat warm until at your desired temperature.

    You can also reheat in the microwave in a microwave safe container for 1-2 minutes in 30 second intervals.

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    Easy Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate


    • Author: Elaine VanVleck
    • Total Time: 10 minutes
    • Yield: 1 serving 1x
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    This recipe for easy pumpkin spice hot chocolate is a fall favorite drink! It's a creamy, rich hot cocoa made with pumpkin puree and chocolate chips. This homemade hot beverage is a quick way to combine pumpkin pie spice with chocolate.


    Ingredients

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    1 ½ cups Milk
    2 tablespoon Pumpkin Puree
    2 tablespoon Brown Sugar
    ½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
    ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
    ¼ teaspoon Ground Ginger
    ⅛ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg
    ⅛ teaspoon Allspice
    ⅛ teaspoon Ground Cloves
    ⅛ teaspoon Sea Salt
    ½ cup Semi Sweet Chocolate Chips
    Miniature Marshmallows


    Instructions

    In a small saucepan over medium heat add the milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, cloves and sea salt. Stir to combine.

    Let the mixture come to a simmer and then add the semi sweet chocolate chips. Whisk until the chocolate chips are melted and the mixture has a glossy sheen, about 3-4 minutes.

    Pour into a mug and enjoy with miniature marshmallows or whipped cream on top.

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 5 minutes
    • Category: Drinks
    • Method: Stove Top
    • Cuisine: Gluten Free

    Keywords: hot cocoa, fall recipes, autumn, drinks, beverage, pumpkin puree, chocolate chips, pumpkin spice, cinnamon

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    FAQ

    What is the difference between pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie filling?

    Pumpkin puree is simply pumpkin without any added ingredients. Pumpkin pie filling has added spices and is usually sweetened.

    What are the benefits of eating pumpkin?

    Pumpkin is high in fiber and has potassium, iron and beta carotene. It is a healthy addition to fall recipes.

    What is pumpkin spice flavor?

    Pumpkin spice or pumpkin pie spice is a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice and cloves. It is used in many recipes to give pumpkin more flavor.

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