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I created this Pumpkin Spice White Hot Chocolate for those days when you just need something rich and creamy. I get it, Pumpkin Spice is a weird ingredient to incorporate in a hot cocoa drink, but I use raw cacao butter instead of a traditional chocolate. This adds more of a white chocolate flavor to the drink, instead of the typical heavy, slightly earthy chocolate flavor you’re used to.
I just bought some raw cacao butter and I’ve had so much fun experimenting with it. The flavor is so smooth, it melts easily and it gives certain drinks that special touch. I was a bit wary purchasing this “special” ingredient, but a little goes a long way and I can see my bag lasting quite awhile.
This drink definitely ranks up there with any coffee-shop delicacy. I mean, it’s probably one of the most “Fall” drinks I’ve ever created. I’m basically in love with it. I’m also in love with all the healthy benefits that raw cacao butter brings to the table. It’s full of antioxidants and it has more antioxidants than even blueberries do. It’s also a natural mood-booster and antidepressant, making it perfect for chasing away those Fall/Winter blues.
This is a heavier drink than most of my other creations, so maybe don’t drink one every single day, tempting as it may be. I’d also recommend pairing this drink with some protein to keep your blood sugar stable. 🙂 This is a single-serve recipe and it makes about 1 1/4 C. worth of cocoa. You don’t need a large serving though as this is pretty indulgent. I’ve linked to the cacao butter that I personally use and can vouch for. There are more and more THM recipes coming out that use this awesome ingredient. Google, “THM + Cacao Butter” to find them!
Special Ingredients Mentioned:
- 1 T. Raw Cacao Butter
- 1 T. Pumpkin Puree
- 1 C. Unsweetened Almond Milk
- 1/8 t. Pure Vanilla
- 1 t. Pumpkin Spice
- 1 T. Gentle Sweet
- Heat all ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk to combine well. Pour into a mug and enjoy! Top with whipped cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts |
Amount Per Serving |
Calories 285
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% Daily Value
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Total Fat 31.5g
40%
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Saturated Fat 16.3g
82%
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Trans Fat 0.0g
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Cholesterol 0mg
0%
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Sodium 181mg
8%
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Total Carbohydrates 3.2g
1%
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Dietary Fiber 1.4g
5%
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Sugars 0.5g
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Protein 1.2g
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Vitamin A 0%
Vitamin C 0%
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Calcium 304%
Iron undefined%
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Cara
This is so delicious! Thank you so much for sharing!
Cate H
You’re welcome! I’m glad you like it, Cara! <3
Brenda
Oh, this is perfect for the cooler nights! As a late-night snack I “trimmified” it as I was a little hungry, but didn’t feel like making something to eat. I added a scoop of collagen, 1tsp protein powder, 1/4 tsp sunflower lecithin, and 2 squirts of my liquid stevia. Yum! Thank you!