Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate

Crock Pot Hot Chocolate Recipe is always served during our family parties and for the holidays. But adding in canned pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice takes our favorite fall drink to a whole new level.

My entire family loves pumpkin flavored desserts, so this Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate is a real treat. We love to enjoy this delicious and rich hot chocolate with Libby’s Pumpkin Bread Recipe and Pumpkin Cheesecake.

Why We Love this Recipe

Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate is easy to make with simple ingredients. It is a great way to use leftover pumpkin puree for a quick and easy hot chocolate drink.

We love to make a Hot Chocolate Bar for friends and family and this pumpkin hot chocolate is always an option.

Ingredients

• Whole Milk – Use milk of your choice. You can even use almond milk or any non-dairy milk
• Heavy Cream – This gives the hot chocolate a delicious creamy texture
• Pumpkin Puree – Use real pumpkin puree for the best flavor
• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder – Gives the best chocolate flavor. You can also use hot cocoa mix
• Dark Chocolate (70% cocoa) – Chop chocolate to easily melt
• Brown Sugar – Learn How to Make Brown Sugar
• Vanilla Extract – For the best flavor, use Pure Vanilla Extract
• Pumpkin Pie Spice – Make Homemade Pumpkin Pie Spice

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How to Make Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate

Step 1 – In a medium saucepan, whisk together milk, cream, and pumpkin puree over medium heat.

Step 2 – Add cocoa powder, whisking until fully incorporated and no lumps remain.

Step 3 – Add chopped dark chocolate, brown sugar, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and salt.

Step 4 – Whisk continuously until chocolate is melted and mixture is smooth and hot, about 5-7 minutes. Do not let it boil. Remove from heat and pour into mugs. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice, if desired.

Recipe Tips

• Hot Chocolate Texture – For a smoother texture, blend the hot chocolate with an immersion blender before serving.
• Chocolate – I probably wouldn’t go over 70% cocoa in the dark chocolate, it may not be sweet enough. But if you want to use a higher cocoa percentage, just adjust the sugar content.
• Combining Ingredients – Make sure to whisk together ingredients until their are no lumps. You want a smooth texture before serving.

Serving Suggestions

Hot chocolate is perfect fall drink to make for all your holiday plans. This hot chocolate would be perfect to keep warm in the slow cooker and serve with all your favorite hot chocolate toppings. These are some of our favorites.

• Mini Marshmallows
• White Chocolate Chips or Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
• Ground Cinnamon or Cinnamon Sticks
• Homemade Whipped Cream