Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups milk
- ¼ cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
Toppings
- Whipped cream
- Mini marshmallows (optional)
- Ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium sauce pot, whisk together the milk, canned pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Heat the Mixture: Place the pot over medium heat and gently warm the mixture, stirring occasionally, until the powdered sugar dissolves completely and the milk is hot but not boiling.
- Serve: Remove the pot from heat and pour the hot chocolate evenly into two cups.
- Add Toppings: Top each cup with whipped cream, add mini marshmallows if desired, and lightly sprinkle ground cinnamon over the top for extra flavor and aroma.
- Enjoy Immediately: Serve the hot chocolate right away to enjoy the warm, comforting flavors at their best.
Notes
- You can use any type of milk such as whole milk, skim milk, or plant-based milk according to preference.
- Adjust the amount of powdered sugar to taste depending on desired sweetness.
- The pumpkin spice blend typically contains cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves, but you can adjust spices to suit your taste.
- For a richer drink, add a splash of vanilla extract or a pinch of salt to enhance flavors.
- If mini marshmallows are not available, crushed graham crackers can add a nice texture contrast.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
