Pumpkin Spice Hot White Chocolate

Submitted by swissms

"I have not tried this recipe; posted for safe-keeping. It sounds like a nice warm alternative to traditional cocoa. Add some Godiva white liqueur, dark rum or a shot of espresso."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 3 cups whole milk
• 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1⁄8 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1⁄8 teaspoon ground allspice (optional)
• 1 1⁄2 teaspoons vanilla
• 4 -6 ounces high-quality white chocolate, chopped
• 1 pinch sea salt

• Garnishes

• sweetened whipped cream
• white chocolate shavings
• ground cinnamon

directions

1. In a saucepan, bring milk to a simmer over medium heat. Do not allow to boil.
2. Reduce heat. Mix in the pumpkin, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, allspice (optional), and vanilla. Continue to warm over low heat for 5 minutes to allow flavors to infuse.
3. Pour the milk mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a clean saucepan. Warm over medium-low heat. Remove from heat and stir in the white chocolate; continue to stir until completely melted. Add pinch of sea salt.
4. Top each serving with whipped cream, a few shavings of white chocolate, and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Serve immediately.