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    Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate

    Published: Oct 23, 2017 · Modified: Oct 13, 2021 by Ang Paris · 8 Comments
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    This delicious pumpkin hot chocolate is the perfect way to warm yourself up on a chilly fall day!
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    This pumpkin spice hot chocolate is the perfect indulgent treat to enjoy during the fall season. Whip up this delicious beverage right in your own kitchen in just ten minutes! via @jugglingactmamaThis pumpkin spice hot chocolate is the perfect indulgent treat to enjoy during the fall season. Whip up this delicious beverage right in your own kitchen in just ten minutes! via @jugglingactmama

     Our decadent Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate will warm your body and give you a quiet moment to reflect on your Autumn Bucket List! And, this yummy hot cocoa makes a delicious addition to your Fall entertaining menu!  

    cups of Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate garnished with whipped cream and a cinnamon stick
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    • 🧂 Ingredients
    • 🔪Instructions
    • Equipment
    • ⭐ Tips
    • 🍴 Serving Suggestions
    • 📖 Variations
    • 😋 Similar Recipes
    • 📋 Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate
    • Creamy Pumpkin Hot Cocoa
    • 💬 Comments

    Is there anything more quintessentially Fall than pumpkin spice? My children adore all things chocolate and as soon as the weather begins to cool, they're asking for hot cocoa. This Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate is rich and decadent, and smells absolutely divine!

    Making pumpkin spice hot chocolate at home could not be any easier, and it’s the perfect cozy treat to enjoy during this time of year. It takes just a few minutes and you have a new way to enjoy all things pumpkin right into a cup! Made with quality chocolate and pumpkin puree, this is the best way to enjoy a pumpkin this fall season - and it's way cheaper than pumpkin spice lattes. 😊

    🧂 Ingredients

    • half and half or whole milk
    • cinnamon sticks
    • whole cloves
    • whole allspice berries
    • canned pure pumpkin, or Homemade Pumpkin Puree
    • ground cinnamon
    • ground nutmeg
    • ground ginger
    • light brown sugar
    • semi-sweet chocolate morsels
    • whipped cream for topping
    • whole cinnamon stick, for garnish, optional

    This is meant to be a brief overview of the pumpkin hot chocolate recipe. For step-by-step instructions and a full printable recipe card with ingredients, please scroll down to the teal box below or Jump to Recipe.

    🔪Instructions

    • In a medium saucepan, combine the Half & Half, whole cinnamon sticks, whole cloves and whole allspice berries.
    • Allow the milk to warm and the spices to steep.
    • Add the pumpkin puree and cook 1-2 minutes more.
    • Using a fine mesh strainer, remove the whole spices from the creamy pumpkin mixture.
    • Add the ground spices and brown sugar to the mixture, along with the chocolate. Whisk to combine until smooth and creamy, about 5-7 minutes.
    • Serve hot with whipped cream.
    saucepan of half and half with spices steeping in it to make spiced hot cocoa

    Equipment

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    • Small Saucepan
    • Fine Mesh Strainer
    • Whisk
    • Measuring Spoons
    • Liquid Measuring Cup
    • Dry Measuring Cups

    ⭐ Tips

    Be sure to use real pumpkin puree (homemade or canned). The pumpkin pie filling is not the same as actual pumpkin puree.

    cups of Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate garnished with whipped cream and a cinnamon stick

    🍴 Serving Suggestions

    To the top of the creamy hot chocolate, I like to add a little whipped cream and sprinkle of cinnamon. You could also add a cinnamon stick, mini marshmallows, chocolate chips, or even pumpkin spice sprinkles.

    Serve your Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate with our Pumpkin Cream Cheese Cake Truffles, or send guests home with these delicious little treats!

    close up of a cup of Pumpkin Hot Chocolate garnished with whipped cream

    📖 Variations

    We recommend that you try our easy pumpkin spice hot cocoa for the first time just as it is written for the best results, because that is how the recipe has been tested.

    However, the next time you make it, you might consider one of these different ways of making this great recipe.

    • Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract to the hot cocoa after you remove it from the heat.
    • Substitute almond milk for the milk or half and half.
    • For an extra creamy pumpkin spice cocoa, use heavy cream instead of milk.

    😋 Similar Recipes

    You have to take a minute and check out my Hot Chocolate Bomb Recipe if you love hot cocoa! And if you like that, be sure to try our White Chocolate Hot Cocoa Bombs or Caramel Hot Cocoa Bomb Recipe.

    Next time, you might enjoy one of these other hot cocoa recipes:

    • Hot Cocoa Mix - Three Ways
    • DIY Hot Chocolate Bombs | Chocolate Latte
    • Hot Cocoa Cookie Pop Tutorial

    If you love pumpkin, you'll want to check out these other delicious recipes:

    • No Bake Pumpkin Cheesecake Cups
    • Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bars
    • Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls with Cream Cheese Icing
    • Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
    • Pumpkin French Toast Casserole
    • Pumpkin Butterscotch Cookies
    • Crockpot Pumpkin Butter
    • Puff Pastry Twists - Pumpkin Spice

    📋 Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate

    Not ready to make this delicious spiced hot cocoa yet? Don’t forget to pin the recipe for later! When you do make it, please be sure to tag me on Instagram @jugglingactmama or #jugglingactmama – I’d love to see your pictures! And finally, if you get a chance, please comment and leave me a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating below!

    Creamy Pumpkin Hot Cocoa is perfect for Fall entertaining

    Creamy Pumpkin Hot Cocoa

    This delicious pumpkin hot chocolate is the perfect way to warm yourself up on a chilly fall day!
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    Course: Beverages
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: pumpkin spice hot chocolate
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 165kcal
    Author: Ang Paris

    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Equipment

    • Small Saucepan
    • Fine Mesh Strainer
    • Whisk
    • Measuring Spoons
    • Liquid Measuring Cup
    • Dry Measuring Cups

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups Half and Half
    • 2 cinnamon sticks
    • 1 teaspoon whole cloves
    • ½ teaspoon whole allspice berries
    • ½ cup canned pumpkin Canned pureed pumpkin is best
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
    • dash ground ginger
    • 2 tablespoon light brown sugar
    • ½ cup semi-sweet chocolate morsels
    • whipped cream for topping

    Instructions

    • In a small saucepan, combine the Half & Half, whole cinnamon sticks, whole cloves and whole allspice berries.
    • Allow the milk to warm and the spices to steep.
    • Add the pumpkin puree and cook 1-2 minutes more.
    • Using a fine mesh strainer, remove the whole spices from the creamy pumpkin mixture.
    • Add the ground spices and brown sugar to the mixture, along with the chocolate. Whisk to combine until smooth and creamy, about 5-7 minutes.
    • Serve hot with whipped cream.

    For best results, be sure to check our Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help your delicious recipe come out perfectly.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cup | Calories: 165kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 28mg | Potassium: 174mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 2597IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 1mg
    Please Note: I am not a registered dietician. Any nutritional data I provide is an approximation and actual dietary information can vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.
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    1. Penny Sullivan says

      October 23, 2017 at 10:42 am

      5 stars
      This looks so yummy!

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    2. Emily says

      October 23, 2017 at 2:56 pm

      5 stars
      This looks delicious. Perfect for cool fall evenings! [client]

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    3. Amy Anderson says

      October 24, 2017 at 10:35 pm

      5 stars
      I'll take anything pumpkin. And hot cocoa is right up there!

      Reply
    4. Jennifer says

      October 26, 2017 at 8:21 am

      5 stars
      Could I make this and keep it warm in a slow cooker?

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      • Ang Paris says

        November 04, 2017 at 12:40 pm

        Yes! That's a fantastic idea for a party. Just keep your slow cooker on low so you don't scorch the cocoa.

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    5. Sue Delmoth says

      November 09, 2017 at 4:44 pm

      Yum!

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    6. Willow says

      December 04, 2017 at 10:13 am

      5 stars
      I made a boozy version of this for girls night over the weekend and everyone loved it!!

      Reply
      • Ang Paris says

        December 04, 2017 at 10:30 am

        Ooohhh I love that idea!

        Reply

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