i think it is no secret that i am a fan of (ok, obsessed with) all things pumpkin spice, but not often enough is pumpkin paired with chocolate. i will change that with this cozy pumpkin hot chocolate! the perfect drink to wind down with at the end of a crisp fall day & take a "we moment" for yourself. the hot chocolate is made with ghirardelli's collection of intense dark chocolate bars. the beverage perfectly pairs with the chocolate too!
the intense dark chocolate collection comes in a variety of options including 72% cocoa, 86% cocoa, 92% cocoa & a sea salt soiree. each bar has a distinctively bold, full-bodied & intense flavor. the sea salt soiree is a favourite in our house! there is never a moment where you won't find this stocked in the pantry for when a craving strikes. so upgrade your fall drink with a warming cup of pumpkin hot chocolate & break off a piece of ghirardelli's intense dark chocolate bar. this drink will keep you satisfied all throughout the autumn season (& well into the holidays)!
ingredients
- 3 1/2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar, or to taste
- 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
- 4 ounces ghirardelli intense dark chocolate bar 72% cocoa
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, plus more for topping
- fresh whipped cream, for topping
- marshmallows, for topping
- chocolate or caramel sauce, for topping
- ghirardelli intense dark chocolate bar 72% cocoa, to garnish
directions
- in a saucepan over medium heat add the milk & cream. bring to a gentle simmer, until bubbles begin to form at the edges. do not let boil.
- whisk in the brown sugar, pumpkin puree & pumpkin pie spice until combined.
- remove from heat & add the chocolate. stir until the chocolate has fully melted.
- transfer mixture to desired mugs & top with whipped cream, marshmallows, a drizzle of sauce, a dusting of pumpkin pie spice & a piece of chocolate. enjoy!
