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Thick and Creamy Pumpkin Hot Chocolate Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings
  • Category: Beverage
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Thick and Creamy Pumpkin Hot Chocolate is a comforting and indulgent autumn-inspired beverage combining rich cocoa, smooth pumpkin puree, and warm spices. Perfect for cozy evenings, this homemade hot chocolate is luxuriously creamy thanks to the blend of whole milk and heavy cream, enhanced with a touch of pumpkin pie spice and topped with optional whipped cream and cinnamon for extra decadence.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups whole milk (or preferred milk)
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar (or to taste)
  • 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Optional Toppings

  • Whipped cream
  • Cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, whisk together whole milk, heavy cream, pumpkin puree, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, and pumpkin pie spice over medium heat until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
  2. Heat the Mixture: Continue to heat the mixture, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, until it becomes steaming hot but does not reach a boil, ensuring the spices infuse the liquid.
  3. Melt the Chocolate: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips. Keep stirring until the chocolate is fully melted and the hot chocolate mixture thickens to a rich consistency.
  4. Add Vanilla: Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract for added depth of flavor.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Pour the pumpkin hot chocolate into mugs. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired. Serve warm and enjoy this creamy, spiced treat!

Notes

  • Use whole milk and heavy cream for maximum creaminess, but you can substitute with plant-based milks or lower-fat options if preferred.
  • Adjust the amount of sugar to suit your taste and the sweetness of your chocolate chips.
  • Do not let the mixture boil to avoid curdling or burning the milk and pumpkin.
  • For a vegan version, use dairy-free chocolate chips and plant-based milk alternatives.
  • Pumpkin pie spice can be substituted with a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves if unavailable.

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