Description

A rich, creamy, and sophisticated homemade hot chocolate made with real pumpkin puree and white chocolate. This cozy winter drink balances sweetness with savory spices and takes only five minutes to prepare.

Ingredients

Scale

3 cups whole milk
1 cup white chocolate chips (high quality with cocoa butter)
2 tablespoons pure pumpkin puree
2 tablespoons heavy cream (optional)
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
Whipped cream (for topping)
Mini marshmallows (for topping)
Pumpkin pie spice (for topping)
White chocolate shavings (for topping)

Instructions

Pour the whole milk into a small saucepan and place over medium heat. Warm until small bubbles form around the edges, about 3 minutes. Do not boil.
Whisk in the pumpkin puree, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Whisk vigorously until the mixture is smooth and orange-tinted.
Reduce heat to low. Add the white chocolate chips and stir constantly with a silicone spatula or wooden spoon for about 2 minutes until fully melted and glossy.
Remove from heat. Stir in the heavy cream (if using) and vanilla extract.
Taste and adjust spices or sweetness if desired.
Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream, mini marshmallows, pumpkin pie spice, or white chocolate shavings. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not boil the milk as it can scald and separate from the chocolate. Whisk the pumpkin puree into the warm milk first to prevent clumping. Use high-quality white chocolate chips with real cocoa butter for the best flavor and texture. For a dairy-free version, substitute oat milk and dairy-free white chocolate chips.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Category: Beverage
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 mug
Calories: 280
Sugar: 28
Sodium: 120
Fat: 14
Saturated Fat: 9
Carbohydrates: 32
Fiber: 1
Protein: 8

Keywords: pumpkin spice, white hot chocolate, winter drink, easy recipe, homemade hot chocolate, cozy drinks, fall recipes