Description
A cozy and decadent drink combining rich chocolate, warm pumpkin spice, and bold espresso, topped with whipped cream for the ultimate autumn indulgence.
Ingredients
1 can (15 oz) pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie mix)
1 cup whole milk
¾ cup packed light brown sugar
⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 oz 70% cocoa dark chocolate, finely chopped
2 tablespoons molasses
1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
½ teaspoon salt
3 cups whole milk
8 tablespoons espresso powder
Whipped cream (optional)
Chocolate syrup (optional)
Chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
- Combine pumpkin puree, 1 cup milk, brown sugar, cocoa powder, chopped dark chocolate, molasses, and pumpkin pie spice in a saucepan over medium‑low. Cook 2–3 minutes, stirring until thick syrup forms.
- Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and salt. Set aside to cool and thicken.
- Heat 3 cups whole milk in a separate saucepan until simmering, then remove from heat.
- For each serving: add 2 tablespoons espresso powder to a mug, pour in ¾ cup hot milk, stir to dissolve.
- Stir in ½ cup pumpkin mocha syrup. Add whipped cream, chocolate syrup, and shavings if desired.
- Repeat for additional servings to make 3–4 mugs total.
Notes
- Use oat or almond milk for a dairy-free version.
- Substitute brewed espresso shots instead of instant powder.
- Add cinnamon or nutmeg on top for extra warmth.
- Adjust sugar level in syrup to your sweetness preference.
- Use higher-percentage chocolate or extra cocoa powder for richer mocha notes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes syrup + 5 minutes assembly
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cafe-style
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large mug
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
