Description
Pumpkin White Hot Chocolate is a rich, creamy seasonal drink made with real pumpkin puree, white chocolate, and warm spices—perfect for cozy fall and winter days.
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk (whole, oat, almond, or preferred type)
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/3 cup white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: whipped cream, for topping
- Optional: cinnamon or nutmeg, for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together milk and pumpkin puree over medium heat until smooth and warmed through.
- Add white chocolate and whisk gently until fully melted and combined.
- Stir in pumpkin pie spice and vanilla extract. Continue heating until hot but not boiling.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or spice if needed.
- Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg if desired.
Notes
- Use high-quality white chocolate for a smoother texture.
- For a dairy-free version, use plant-based milk and dairy-free white chocolate.
- Add a shot of espresso for a pumpkin white mocha twist.
- A splash of sweetened condensed milk adds extra richness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
