Pumpkin White Hot Chocolate Recipe
This pumpkin white hot chocolate is creamy, cozy, and full of fall flavor. Made with white chocolate, pumpkin purée, and warm spices, it’s the perfect drink for chilly days.
Equipment
- Medium saucepan
Ingredients
- 3 cups whole milk or substitute with almond milk for a dairy-free version
- 1 cup heavy cream for that extra creamy texture
- 1 cup white chocolate chips or chopped white chocolate
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree make sure it’s 100% pumpkin—not pumpkin pie filling
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds warmth and depth
- Whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice for topping optional but recommended!
Instructions
Step 1: Heat the milk and cream
- In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture is warm but not boiling. If you’re using a slow cooker, add the milk and cream to the pot and set it to low.
Step 2: Melt the white chocolate
- Once the milk mixture is warm, add the white chocolate chips. Stir constantly until the chocolate is fully melted and the mixture is smooth. This will give your hot chocolate its rich, creamy base.
Step 3: Add pumpkin and spice
- Stir in the pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract. Keep stirring until everything is well combined and heated through.
- At this point, your kitchen will smell absolutely amazing! If you’re using a slow cooker, let the mixture cook on low for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Step 4: Serve and garnish
- Pour the hot chocolate into mugs and top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice. For an extra touch, you could even add a cinnamon stick as a stirrer. Serve immediately and enjoy!