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The Ultimate Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate Recipe: Your Perfect Fall Comfort Drink

This Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate is the ultimate fall comfort drink. Made with real pumpkin puree, quality chocolate chips, and warm spices, it delivers creamy, indulgent, and cozy flavors in just 15 minutes—healthier and richer than store-bought mixes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings (8-ounce mugs)
Course: Beverages
Cuisine: American
Calories: 175
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1-1/2 cups chocolate chips milk, semisweet, or dark
  • 4 cups whole milk divided
  • 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt optional
  • Optional garnish: whipped cream marshmallows, extra pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon sticks

Method
 

  1. In a saucepan over low heat, melt chocolate chips with 1/2 cup milk, stirring constantly until smooth.
  2. Gradually whisk in remaining milk, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and salt. Heat gently until steaming but not boiling.
  3. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract if using, and adjust spice as desired.
  4. Pour into mugs, garnish with whipped cream, marshmallows, or cinnamon sticks, and serve hot.

Notes

Do not boil—keep heat low to avoid curdling or separation. Always use pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling. Whisk thoroughly to prevent lumps. Dark chocolate creates a bold taste, milk chocolate makes it sweeter. Store leftovers in the refrigerator up to 3 days and reheat gently on the stovetop. For variations, use oat, almond, or coconut milk for dairy-free options.