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Pumpkin Spice Hot Cocoa (or Mocha or Latte)

If you're a huge fan of the Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte during the fall, then you'll love this much healthier homemade version. I love that now the kids can also enjoy this yummy drink since I've included a hot cocoa version for them, too!

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1 cup
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Hot Cocoa Version:
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice found in baking aisle of most stores
  • 1/2 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder or cacao (I personally love Hershey's Special Dark, which can be found at most stores)
  • 3/4 cup milk warmed
  • Whipped Cream optional (see link below for recipe)

Instructions

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  1. Mix together the honey, pumpkin pie spice, and cacao or cocoa.
  2. Add hot milk (and espresso if using).
  3. Top with optional homemade whipped cream and a dash of pumpkin spice. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • We recommend organic ingredients when feasible.
  • Nutrition Facts Pumpkin Spice Hot Cocoa (or Mocha or Latte) Amount Per Serving Calories 136 Calories from Fat 54 % Daily Value* Fat 6g9%Saturated Fat 3g19%Cholesterol 18mg6%Sodium 79mg3%Potassium 242mg7%Carbohydrates 15g5%Sugar 15g17%Protein 6g12% Vitamin A 295IU6%Calcium 207mg21% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
  • Calories 136
  • Calories from Fat 54
  • % Daily Value*
  • Fat 6g
  • 9%
  • Saturated Fat 3g
  • 19%
  • Cholesterol 18mg
  • 6%
  • Sodium 79mg
  • 3%
  • Potassium 242mg
  • 7%
  • Carbohydrates 15g
  • 5%
  • Sugar 15g
  • 17%
  • Protein 6g
  • 12%
  • Vitamin A 295IU
  • 6%
  • Calcium 207mg
  • 21%