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Easy Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate

Easy Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate

Cozy, creamy hot chocolate kissed with real pumpkin and warm spices. Ready in minutes for a fall-inspired treat.
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cup whole milk
  • 0.33 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2.5 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp packed brown sugar sweeten to taste
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 0.13 tsp fine salt
  • 0.5 cup whipped cream for topping, optional
  • 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon for dusting, optional

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Whisk cocoa, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and salt with 1/2 cup milk in a saucepan until smooth.
  • Pour in the remaining milk and warm over medium heat, whisking until steaming.
  • Whisk in pumpkin puree and simmer gently for 3–4 minutes to thicken and meld flavors.
  • Remove from heat and stir in vanilla.
  • Divide into mugs and top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.

Notes

Variation: Swap half the milk for strong brewed coffee for a pumpkin spice mocha. Dairy-free? Use oat or almond milk and coconut whipped cream. Leftovers keep 2 days in the fridge; reheat gently without boiling.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.