Pumpkin Spice White Hot Chocolate Recipe
This cozy drink is perfect for cool fall days, and the combination of creamy white chocolate, pumpkin, and warm spices will leave you craving it all season long.
Equipment
- Small saucepan
- Spoon
- Mug
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk (almond, oat, or coconut milk also work well)
- 1 tbsp white chocolate sauce or white chocolate chips/morsels (I prefer white chocolate sauce from Torani, but use what you like)
- 3 tbsp pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 2 tsp maple syrup
- 1/8 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/8 tsp vanilla extract
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- Ground cinnamon or nutmeg (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Begin by gently warming your milk in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir occasionally to avoid scorching. You’ll want the milk to be hot but not boiling.
- Once the milk is warmed, add in the white chocolate sauce or white chocolate chips. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and incorporated.
- Add in the pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Stir until everything is well mixed and heated through.
- Give your white hot chocolate a taste, and if you want it sweeter, add more maple syrup or white chocolate to your liking. If you prefer it less sweet, add more milk.
- Pour into your favorite mug. If you’re feeling a little extra, top with a swirl of whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or nutmeg. Enjoy!
Notes
While this pumpkin spice white hot chocolate is delicious on its own, there are several ways to customize it to add a unique twist:
Add Espresso: Turn your white hot chocolate into a white hot mocha by adding a shot of espresso.
Garnish Extravagantly: Go beyond whipped cream by adding caramel drizzle, white chocolate shavings, or even a cinnamon stick for stirring.
Toasted Marshmallows: Top with toasted marshmallows instead of whipped cream for a campfire-like vibe.
Spiked Version: For an adult treat, add a splash of bourbon, spiced rum, or Irish cream.
Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream Float: Drop a scoop of vanilla ice cream into your white hot chocolate for a decadent, creamy dessert.