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    Home » Recipes » Smoothies & Drinks

    Dairy-Free Pumpkin Hot Chocolate

    Published: Nov 5, 2020 · Modified: Jun 21, 2022 by Lauren · This post may contain affiliate links · 9 Comments

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    Dairy-Free Pumpkin Hot Chocolate - Delicious and creamy hot chocolate hiding a secret veggie that adds to both richness and nutrition!

    Pumpkin Hot Chocolate

    My 'cool' factor in this life is rapidly diminishing.

    The hubs and I rented a movie this weekend, and I found myself a bit overwhelmed at what 'comedy' has now become.

    Evidently, if there aren't gratuitous eff bombs, alcohol, and nudity, it isn't considered funny anymore. We ended up turning it off about a third of the way in.

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    I'm also totally out of the loop with music.

    A few of the bigger names are recognizable, but I'll be darned if I can sing you a tune. I tend to find my jams on the easy listening and oldies stations. A true sign that I'm no longer 'with it', so to speak.

    While I may not be hip to know much about popular culture, I'm still in the loop with food!

    Pumpkin is always cool, and this recipe is shining proof of that.

    The kids and I were home alone on Saturday, and since it was a colder day, it seemed like a good time to bust out the hot chocolate for the first time this year.

    Pumpkin Hot Chocolate

    My girls just loved this, and were none the wiser about the sneaky addition of pumpkin. In fact, the pumpkin makes the drink a lot more filling!

    Pumpkin also pairs surprisingly well with chocolate, evidenced by these chocolate chip bars and this chocolate smoothie. Two of my favorites!

    It adds a little bit of viscosity and doesn't overpower the cocoa.

    Topped with a big dollop of whipped cream and maybe some marshmallows, this makes a delicious, healthy treat for all!

    Pumpkin Hot Chocolate with whipped cream in a blue mug
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    5 from 1 vote

    Dairy-Free Pumpkin Hot Chocolate

    Delicious and healthy hot chocolate made pumpkin, which adds richness and nutrition.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time5 mins
    0 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Beverage
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Chocolate, Dairy-free, Low sugar
    Servings: 2 cups
    Calories: 137kcal

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups milk of your choice
    • ½ cup pumpkin puree
    • 3 Tbsp cocoa powder
    • 2 Tbsp maple syrup
    • 1 tsp vanilla
    • dash sea salt
    • dash cinnamon optional
    • stevia to taste

    Instructions

    • Blend all.
    • Heat everything to a low simmer.
    • Serve when it reaches your desired temperature.

    Notes

    Nutrition facts are based on using unsweetened almond milk.
    WW Points: 6
    Adapted from Tessa the Domestic Diva

    Nutrition

    Sugar: 14.3g | Fiber: 5.2g | Calories: 137kcal | Fat: 4.8g | Protein: 3.1g | Carbohydrates: 25.1g

    Notes:

    I like to use my Homemade Coconut Milk in this recipe.

    I use this powdered stevia extract to up the sweetness a bit.

    Some of the items I use to make this recipe include:


     

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    Comments

    1. Melanie

      June 05, 2017 at 10:44 am

      Soooo stinkin good, thanks again Lauren!!

      Reply
    2. Elle @ Only Taste Matters

      January 03, 2017 at 4:36 pm

      This looks amazing! I'm featuring it tomorrow night on Allergy-Free Thursdays. Can't wait to see what you share this week!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        January 03, 2017 at 5:43 pm

        Thank you so much Elle!

        Reply
    3. Ana

      December 31, 2016 at 4:42 pm

      This looks delish ... gonna bring it to a potluck tomorrow 🙂
      And I am totally with you on the new wave of humor ... my sweetheart and I walked out of that movie about the cussing superhero guy (can't remember the name, I've blocked it out, lol)
      Just saw La La Land though, and that was sweet 🙂
      Happy New Year!

      Reply
    4. Atim @ EffiFit

      December 29, 2016 at 3:23 pm

      I am definitely trying this soon! Looks and sounds amazing! Thanks for sharing, I found you on the Allergy-Free Thursday link party!

      Reply
    5. SkinnyMe

      December 07, 2016 at 7:39 pm

      I made this yesterday and it was delicious! I added shredded dark chocolate on top. Thanks for the simple recipe!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        December 08, 2016 at 3:12 pm

        Woohoo, glad you liked it!

        Reply
    6. Sammi

      December 05, 2016 at 9:56 am

      Just when I thought your hot cocoa recipes couldn't get any better!!! I can't wait to add pumpkin to my next hot cocoa 🙂 Thanks girl!!! PS...This recipe is so easy too...YAY!

      Reply
      • Lauren

        December 06, 2016 at 7:46 am

        Lol, thanks girl!

        Reply

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