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Pumpkin Maple Hot Cocoa

Pumpkin Maple Hot Cocoa

Indulge in this Pumpkin Maple Hot Cocoa, a cozy twist on classic hot chocolate perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 mugs
Course: Beverage
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups milk can substitute with almond milk or oat milk for dairy-free
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree canned or fresh
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • whisk
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, warm the milk until steaming but not boiling.
  2. Whisk in cocoa powder until fully dissolved, creating a smooth mixture.
  3. Stir in pumpkin puree and maple syrup until well combined.
  4. Add cinnamon and nutmeg, whisking thoroughly to incorporate the spices.
  5. Finish with vanilla extract and let simmer for an additional minute.
  6. Pour into mugs and top with whipped cream or extra spices as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1mugCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 7gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 38gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with toppings like whipped cream, caramel drizzle, or crushed graham crackers to suit your taste.

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