“Autumn seemed to arrive suddenly that year. The morning of 1st September was crisp and golden as an apple.” – J.K Rowling

Fall has always been my favorite season and I am so very ready for all things fall including hot chocolate and pumpkin flavored everything!

I love the flavor combo of chocolate and pumpkin for fall and this new drink creation is perfectly decadent and delicious for enjoying during the cooler weather!

Ava made this recipe and treated us to these delicious drinks.

My girl sure is a chef in the making!

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Decadent Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate

Makes 2 mugs

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 tsp vanilla
• 4 oz 1/2 cup chocolate chips
• whipped cream for topping

Instructions

• In a medium saucepan add milk, pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, and brown sugar.
• Heat over medium low and stir until completely combined.
• Bring to a low simmer, stirring often, then add chocolate chips.
• Continue to heat and stir until chocolate completely melts.
• Pour into 2 mugs and top with whipped cream.

I experimented a few times until I got the perfect decadent fall hot chocolate.

This combo of six ingredients was the perfect recipe!

Ava loves to help and this recipe was so easy she could make the whole thing herself! 

In a medium saucepan add milk, pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, and brown sugar.

Heat over medium low and stir until completely combined. 

Bring to a low simmer, stirring often, then add chocolate chips.

Continue to heat and stir until chocolate completely melts. 

This recipe makes two full mugs. 

Pour into 2 mugs and top with whipped cream. 

I like to sprinkle on a bit more pumpkin pie spice (or you could use cinnamon sugar)

on top and even add a cinnamon stick for a festive addition.

These girls loved their chocolatey drink! Smiles all around!

“Life is sweeter with chocolate.” 

Happy Pumpkin Season!

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It’s National Coffee Day, y’all AND it’s #PumpkinWeek! So naturally I had to share my very favorite copycat fall coffee recipe today.

That’s right, I made a Pumpkin Spice Latte at home with a sauce made with real pumpkin puree. It was absolutely delicious and pretty darn close to the Starbucks version but much cheaper and faster (no drive thru lines!). Scroll down for my recipe and let me know what you think!

I have always been a PSL fan! Now I can make it at home!

Pumpkin Spice Life!

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Copycat Pumpkin Spice Latte

Ingredients

• 4 oz strong brewed coffee or 2 shots of espresso
• 5 oz warmed milk frothing optional
• 1 tbsp pumpkin spice sauce recipe below
• whipped cream for topping
• cinnamon for topping

For the pumpkin spice sauce:

• 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
• 3 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract

Instructions

• Brew your coffee or espresso.
• In a small saucepan add all four of the pumpkin sauce ingredients and heat over med low, stirring continuously.
• Stir the sauce until creamy and just about to boil. Remove from heat.
• I warm my milk for 30 seconds in the microwave and then froth it in my frothing jar. You can also heat on low in a saucepan.
• Now it's time to make your latte!
• Add a heaping tbsp of pumpkin sauce to the bottom of a mug. Keep the remaining sauce in the fridge for another few lattes throughout the week!
• Pour brewed hot coffee on top.
• Then add warmed (frothing optional) milk.
• Stir slightly to combine.
• Top with whipped cream and a dash of cinnamon.

In a small saucepan add all four of the pumpkin sauce ingredients and heat over med low, stirring continuously.

One of my favorite things about this drink is that I use real pumpkin.

Starbucks uses a sugary pumpkin syrup and even though I love their PSL, the flavor of real spiced pumpkin can’t be beat!

Stir the sauce until creamy and just about to boil. Remove from heat.

I warm my milk for 30 seconds in the microwave and then froth it in my frothing jar.

You can also heat on low in a saucepan until warmed but be careful not to scald it.

Add a heaping tbsp of pumpkin sauce to the bottom of a mug.

Pour brewed hot coffee on top. I used about 1/2 cup for a small mug.

Then add warmed (frothing optional) milk.

Stir slightly to combine.

Top with whipped cream and a dash of cinnamon.

Serve right away and enjoy!

Pumpkin season is here, and we are celebrating our love of pumpkin with #PumpkinWeek hosted by Terri from Love and Confections and Christie from A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures. All week-long 13 bloggers will be sharing over 40 pumpkin-filled recipes for all your Autumn celebrations, including breakfasts, baked goods, savory pumpkin recipes, desserts, and drinks.

More #PumpkinWeek Recipes Below:

Beverages

• Copycat Pumpkin Spice Latte from For the Love of Food Blog

Breakfast and Breads

• Overnight Pumpkin Waffles from A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
• Pumpkin Butter from Cheese Curd In Paradise
• Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Muffins from Palatable Pastime
• Pumpkin Seed Granola from Eat Move Make

Mains, Salads, and Sides

• Pumpkin Sausage Quesadillas from Our Good Life
• Pumpkin Risotto with Goat Cheese & Cranberries from Sweet Beginnings

Desserts

• Almost No-Bake Pumpkin Marshmallow Pie from The Redhead Baker
• Eggnog Pumpkin Pie from The Spiffy Cookie
• Pumpkin Crepes from Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
• Pumpkin Upside Down Cake from A Little Fish in the Kitchen

Did you miss a recipe? Head to the Pinterest board to find all the #PumpkinWeek recipes shared this week.

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 1.  Chocolate Pumpkin Spice Peanut Butter Fudge – For the Love of Food Blog 

2.  Pumpkin Spice Oatmeal Cookies – Grace and Good Eats 

3.  Easy Pumpkin Spice Muffins – Princess Pinky Girl 

4.  Pumpkin Cupcakes with Pumpkin Spice Frosting – Love Bakes Good Cakes 

5.  Pumpkin Spice Saltine Toffee – Tastes of Lizzy T 

6.  Pumpkin Spice Latte Poke Cake – Beyond Frosting 

7.  Crockpot Pumpkin Spice White Hot Chocolate – A Night Owl Blog 

8.  Pumpkin Spice Turtles – Tastes of Lizzy T 

 

9.  Festive Pumpkin Spice Popcorn Balls – For the Love of Food Blog 

10.  Pumpkin Pie Spice Trail Mix – Grace and Good Eats
11.  Pumpkin Spice Pancakes – Flour on my Face
12.  Pumpkin Spice Biscuits – Lady Behind the Curtain

 13.  Decadent Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate – For the Love of Food

14.  Pumpkin Spice Cake Martini – Snappy Gourmet 

15.  Pumpkin Spice Glazed Carrots – Cincy Shopper 

16.  Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake Enchiladas with Caramel Drizzle – Love Bakes Good Cakes

 

17.  Crockpot Pumpkin Spice Latte Coffee – For the Love of Food Blog

  18.  Pumpkin Spice Waffles – Lovely Little Kitchen
19. Pumpkin Spice Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting – Tastes of Lizzy T
20. Pumpkin Spice Monkey Bread with Cream Cheese Glaze – Lydi Out Loud

21. Pumpkin Spice Dessert Hummus – For the Love of Food Blog

22. Pumpkin Spice Sugar – A Night Owl Blog
23.  Pumpkin Spice Frosted Cookie Cake – Beyond Frosting
24. Pumpkin Spice Snack Mix – Princess Pinky Girl
25.  Pumpkin Spice Oreo Magic Cookie Bars – Tastes of Lizzy T

26.  Pumpkin Spice Smoothie Bowl – For the Love of Food Blog 

27.  No-Bake Pumpkin Spice Cheesecake – Love Bakes Good Cakes
28. Copycat Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte – Cincy Shopper
29.   Pumpkin Spice Chocolate Chip Muffins – Stockpiling Moms

30.  Crock-Pot Pumpkin Pie White Hot Chocolate – For the Love of Food 

31. Pumpkin Spice Almonds – A Night Owl Blog

32. Pumpkin Spice Pancake Bites – Baking Beauty 

New for 2020- 2021!

33. Pumpkin Spice Baked Brie with Almonds – For the Love of Food Blog

34. Copycat Pumpkin Spice Latte – For the Love of Food Blog

35. Pumpkin Spice Drop Cookies – For the Love of Food Blog 

36. Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Spice Amish Friendship Bread –For the Love of Food Blog

   

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*If you can’t find the peanut butter, add pumpkin pie spice to creamy whipped peanut butter.

My fudge won 3rd place in the local Christmas Fudge Contest!

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Chocolate Pumpkin Spice Peanut Butter Fudge

Makes one 9X13 pan of fudge

Ingredients

• 24 oz semi-sweet chocolate chips 3 cups
• 14 oz can condensed milk
• 15 oz JIF Whipped Pumpkin Spice Peanut Butter
• 3/4 cup chopped pecans

Instructions

• In a large microwave safe bowl, add chocolate chips and 12 oz of the condensed milk.
• Microwave at 50% power for 1 minute. Stir, then microwave for another minute. Stir again until creamy.  Microwave for another 30 seconds if needed.
• Line a 9X13 pan with parchment paper (leaving an overhang on the sides) and spray with non stick spray.
• Pour chocolate into the pan and smooth evenly with a spatula.
• Add peanut butter to a bowl and stir in remaining 2 oz of condensed milk.
• Microwave at 50% power for 1 minute. Stir.
• Smooth peanut butter on top of the chocolate layer, spreading evenly.
• Sprinkle chopped pecans evenly on top of fudge.
• Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
• Cut into squares and serve.

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*Can’t find Pumpkin Spice marshmallows at your store? They are limited edition and may not be available everywhere. Try a different holiday flavor instead!

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Festive Pumpkin Spice Popcorn Balls

Makes 10-12 popcorn balls

Ingredients

• 8 cups microwave popped popcorn- 1 3 ounce bag
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 8-10 ounce bag Pumpkin Spice or your choice marshmallows
• cooking spray

Instructions

• Melt butter in a large pot over medium heat.
• Add marshmallows, turn down heat, and stir until melted and smooth.
• Place popcorn in a large bowl.
• Pour marshmallow mix over popcorn and mix well. I use a rubber spatula coated in cooking spray to stir.
• Coat hands with cooking spray and and shape popcorn into balls, place on a parchment paper lined baking sheet to dry.
• Wrap in colorful plastic wrap, tie with a ribbon, and give as festive gifts!

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This coffee drink is super easy and has a delicious fall flavor. Perfect for a crowd, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite for you like it has for us! 

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Pumpkin Spice Latte

Makes approx 8 servings

Ingredients

• 1 cup pumpkin
• 2 tbsp vanilla
• 1 tbsp cinnamon
• 1 pot strong brewed coffee about 10-12 cups
• 3 cups milk
• 1/2 cup sugar
• whipped cream and cinnamon for garnish

Instructions

• Combine milk and coffee and pour into the Crock-pot.
• In a small bowl whisk together pumpkin, vanilla, cinnamon, and sugar.
• Pour into the Crock-pot.
• Mix together well, cover, and keep warm.
• Serve in mugs topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

Notes

You may have to whisk or stir the pumpkin that settles at the bottom before serving. 

Serve in mugs with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.

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