Description
A quick, cozy, and velvety hot chocolate made with real pumpkin puree, white chocolate, and warm spices. This 5-minute recipe creates a comforting drink that tastes like pumpkin cheesecake without the effort of baking.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups whole milk (or oat milk for dairy-free)
- ½ cup high-quality white chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons plain, unsweetened pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Whipped cream (optional, for topping)
- Extra pumpkin spice (optional, for dusting)
- White chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Pour the milk and pumpkin puree into a small saucepan. Whisk together over medium-low heat until the pumpkin is fully dissolved and the milk is steaming (about 2 minutes). Do not let the milk boil.
- Reduce heat to low. Add the white chocolate chips and a pinch of salt. Stir gently but constantly until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and glossy (about 1 minute).
- Remove the pan from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract and pumpkin pie spice.
- Taste and adjust consistency if needed by adding a splash of milk if too thick.
- Pour into a mug. Top with whipped cream, extra pumpkin spice, and/or white chocolate shavings if desired.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
Do not use pumpkin pie filling; use plain unsweetened pumpkin puree. Avoid boiling the milk to prevent scorching or separation. For a dairy-free version, use oat milk and dairy-free white chocolate chips. Can be made in a microwave in 30-second intervals if a stove is not available.
- Prep Time: 1 minute
- Cook Time: 4 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mug (approx. 1 cup
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 38
- Sodium: 120
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 42
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 8
Keywords: pumpkin hot chocolate, white hot chocolate, fall recipes, winter drinks, cozy recipes, pumpkin spice, 5 minute recipes, dairy-free options