I certainly have been enjoying a lot of pumpkin lately and in particular I have been enjoying transforming the pumpkin pie flavours into different dishes. When I came across the idea of a pumpkin pie white hot chocolate recently on The Luna Cafe I knew immediatly what my next pumpkin pie experiment was going to be. Not too long ago I had tried a pumpkin pie milkshake and a hot version of a pumpkin pie drink sounded perfect for the chilly weather that we have been having. This drink is pretty much as simple as making some white hot chocolate and adding the pumpkin puree and pumpkin spices and it is so worth making! The pumpkin pie white hot chocolate was excellent! It was nice and hot and the white chocolate added the perfect amount of sweetness that went really well with the pumpkin pie flavours. Lesson learned: Don’t try to top a hot drink with whipped cream before photographing it as it melts pretty much right away.
Pumpkin Pie White Hot Chocolate
Pumpkin and white chocolate is an amazing flavour combination and when used in a hot chocolate makes for a great way to stay warm on cold winter days.
ingredients
- 3 cups whole milk
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon cloves
- 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- 4 ounces white chocolate, roughly chopped
directions
- Heat the milk, pumpkin puree, spices and vanilla in a saucepan until it just starts to simmer and remove from heat.
- Add the chocolate and stir until it has melted.
- Pour into mugs and enjoy!
Option: Top with whipped cream!
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Simply...Gluten-free says
Wow, I would have never thought to do this – sounds great and so perfect for this time of year.
AppGal says
HOLY CRAP this sounds a-maz-ing. Thank you for bringing this into my life! 🙂
Valerina says
Brilliant idea! This looks like the perfect drink for a chilly day. 🙂
Rosa's Yummy Yums says
That hot drink is unique! What creativity!
Cheers,
Rosa
Treehouse Chef says
I really love your blog because your recipes are always so unique. Pumpkin is one of my favorite things so I can't wait to try this recipe.
Gloria says
Kevin this look georgeous and delicious, love it, gloria
Jenn says
Holy mother of pearl!!!! Genius!!! Just from the title alone I was already sold Who doesn't love hot cocoa? But with pumpkin?! I'm saving this one.
teresa says
wonderful!
mirtilla says
Delizioso…
Pam says
This sounds soooo good!
George Gaston says
Kevin definitely an interesting combination, but I am sure that it is a great flavorful warmer for these cool fall days and nights. Thanks
Anonymous says
I LOVE the photo! And, I think I would love the drink even more!
Jeanne says
Clever!! Makes me think of the pumpkin pie lattes that I always pig out on in Fall at Starbucks – like the gourmet version!!
michaela says
sounds great!
Ben says
Another great use for pumpkin! You and I are really enjoy the season 😀
Dawn says
diabetes in a glass!! LOL you know I tease. it seriously looks too good to drink…I would get addicted to this I'm afraid.
MollyCookie says
That looks like a decadent wonderful fall treat! I love it!
Amanda says
You've really outdone yourself on this one Kevin, that sounds heavenly!
Judy says
wow, this sounds absolutely amazing!
Amanda (Two Boos Who Eat) says
YUM that looks sooo good!
Lauren says
Oh my goodness. That sounds absolutely amazing! So fun & creative =D.
Anncoo says
Good to have this for my breakfast.
hikki lurver says
Omg this is pure genius. I gasped a little when I saw the title. You truly are amazing Kevin.
screwdestiny says
Ohmygosh this sounds delicious.
I'm glad you don't have a hate-on for white chocolate like a lot of "foodies" do. I don't get it. It's delicious, even if it's not really chocolate. And with pumpkin–yum!
Joanne says
White hot chocolate was my favorite drink from Dunkin Donuts for a while (until I realized it may be contributing to the fact that I gained 20+ pounds in college). A homemade version with pumpkin pie spices in it sounds amazing though. And worth every calorie.
Pam says
YUMM!
megan says
This has just been added to my "to make as soon as possible" list! I have everything already in the refrigerator…so yeah…as soon as possible 🙂
lisa says
This sounds very worth making! What a rich and delicious dessert in drinkable form.
Lo says
Mmm. This does look scrumptious, Kevin. Will add this to my repertoire (which currently consists of one beverage — a pumpkin pie latte…!)
Kel says
This combination is SO going to make it into a morning bowl of oatmeal!
pigpigscorner says
oh my, sounds like a great combo.
ali @ gimme some oven says
Oh my goodness – I am so trying this. 🙂 Love pumpkin and have been addicted to white hot chocolate for years. Thanks so much for the recipe!
kellyred says
I made it! Though, I'm a poor college student so I had to make do with the ingredients I had on hand… coconut milk instead of regular (had it for another recipe and never used it again) and a Hershey's Cookies & Cream bar instead of proper white chocolate. I also didn't have any vanilla, but a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top didn't hurt it at all 🙂
Thanks for the great recipe! It was absolutely delicious, and so creative!
Penny Wolf says
Almost a year later and I'm finding this wonderful recipe! A toasted marshmallow (homemade no doubt)would be a beautiful and slower melting addition to this creation. I always enjoy this site! Thank you!!
Monica says
Thanks so much for this great recipe! It's so simple yet I never would have thought of it! I added more spices because I'm a spice demon =)
Anonymous says
Tried this at a party last night and won a prize for it! Add a little more pumpkin and some more white chocolate as you prefer.
sithyogini says
i'd like to know if i can use your site in a post on my blog. i'm putting together a list of the best starbucks 'fakes' that you can do your self. please let me know.
Stacy says
This sounds really good, I'm definitely gonna have to try it. Thanks for sharing
paige says
Just wanted to let you know that I featured you on my Friday Favorites!
http://thecreativepaige.com/2011/09/friday-favorites-all-things-pumpkin.html
Crystal says
I just made it, and my roommate and I loved it. It's sweet and delicious.
[email protected] says
LOVE IT!! I am a huge fan of pumkin anything! Thanks so much for creating this! YUMMY!! I am your newest follower! Kristy from http://www.apronsandapples.blogspot.com
Joy Burkhart says
This is one I have to try! It looks so good, creamy, and pumpkin-y! Thanks much!
XoXoXo
Joy
Carrie says
Just found this recipe on Pinterest… Looks so good! I can't wait to make it! Also love your blog!
Baking The Worries Away says
This sounds amazing!!! I just need to get some white chocolate and then this is happening.
Lauren and Sarah says
Made this last night. It was amazing!!
Anonymous says
does anyone know if it can be done with something less then whole milk??
Kevin says
Anonymous: Yes, you can use something less than whole milk, like say skim milk. It just won't be as creamy.
Anonymous says
When do you put in the vanilla? It's not in the directions…
K says
Just made this- heavenly! Thank you 🙂
Leo says
It tastes so good! It's sweet and delicious.
Melissa Skinner says
Kevin, I'm gaining weight just reading through your blogs! Just a quick note of thanks for all of your tasty ideas, and a quick tip for photographing something hot with whipped topping, use frozen whipped topping. I know you intended to enjoy that hot beverage so letting it cool first would not have been an option.
Melissa Skinner says
Kevin, I'm gaining weight just reading through your blogs! Just a quick note of thanks for all of your tasty ideas, and a quick tip for photographing something hot with whipped topping, use frozen whipped topping. I know you intended to enjoy that hot beverage so letting it cool first would not have been an option.
Kevin says
Melissa Skinner: Great idea! Thanks!
Anonymous says
What kind of pumpkin did u use?
Lori Esquivel says
Use shaving cream for photo shoots. That's what you see in commercials….just don't drink it!
Kevin says
Anonymous: I use a pie pumpkin, though other varieties of pumpkin would work as well.
KM W says
This is probably a dumb question, but is it ok to use white chocolate chips in this recipe?
KM W says
This is probably a dumb question, but do white chocolate chips work all right in this recipe?
Jessica says
Totally amazing. I'll probably try this, this weekend. Thanks for sharing.
Kevin says
Anonymous: You add the vanilla at the beginning with all of the other ingredients. I have updated the recipe. Enjoy!
Kevin says
KM W: Yes, white chocolate chips will work in this recipe.
Amanda says
Drinking this right now! Definitely trying it with half and half next time for an even creamier drink!
Jen says
Could this be made in a slow cooker?? I have a shower coming up this weekend and wanted to try it but I need about 3 batches! 🙂
SaraGezelius says
Oh my gosh that looks DELISH!! I will make this for my family tomorrow as we all enjoy everything pumpkin flavored! 🙂
Thanks for the recipe!
Sara from Sweden
http://saraforsoker.blogspot.se/
Kevin says
Jen: Yes you should be able to make this in a slow cooker. It should only require a few hours on low. Enjoy!
Anonymous says
Just made this and it wasn't that great. The texture is gross.
Karen says
I made pumpkin cappuccino using pumpkin puree and pumpkin spice….excellent. I started with original cappuccino powder (according to your taste I usually use 4 heaping tsp. of powder per.10 oz. cup ),1 tsp.puree,1/4 tsp. pumpkin spice.. top with whipped cream sprinkle with pumpkin spice.
Anonymous says
Thanks, Kevin! I made this for a treat today before pedicures with my girlfriends. DELICIOUS way to start my pampering : ) I used almond milk and whipped up my own whipped cream, ahhh. So warm and comforting. Thanks for the recipe!
Ed Kozak says
So what kind of alcohol do you think would go good added to this? Asking for a friend. 😉