Decadent Pumpkin Spice Coco (Xocolatl) with Whipped Coffee

Decadent Pumpkin Spice Coco (Xocolatl) with Whipped Coffee

30 mins
medium
2 servings

Indulge in a rich and warming Pumpkin Spice Coco (Xocolatl) paired with velvety smooth whipped coffee. This festive treat is perfect for fall gatherings or a cozy night in.

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Equipment Needed

  • Electric Mixer
  • Glasses
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk

Ingredients

  • 0.75 cupMilk (dairy-free)(Use almond, soy, or oat milk.)
  • 0.66 cupHeavy Cream (dairy-free)(Use coconut cream or a dairy-free alternative.)
  • 8.00 ozDark Chocolate (high quality)(Use a dark chocolate with a high percentage of cacao.)
  • 2.00 tbspBrown Sugar
  • 0.50 tspVanilla Extract
  • 0.50 tspGround Cinnamon
  • 3.00 tbspPumpkin Puree
  • 0.75 tspPumpkin Pie Spice
  • 2.00 tbspInstant Coffee
  • 4.00 tbspWater(Room temperature)
  • 1.00 cupPowdered Sugar
  • 1.00 pinchSalt

Instructions

1

Heat milk and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat until just simmering.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

2

Remove from heat, stir in chocolate, brown sugar, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt. Cover and let sit for 5 minutes.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Stir until smooth, then add remaining milk. In a separate bowl, whisk together instant coffee, water, powdered sugar, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin pie spice until combined.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Beat with an electric mixer on high speed until soft peaks form (5-6 minutes).

Estimated time: 6 minutes

5

Pour chilled coco (xocolatl) over ice in glasses.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

6

Top with a dollop of whipped coffee.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

7

Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon, if desired.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

8

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Estimated time: 1 minutes

9

For a vegan option, ensure all ingredients are vegan-friendly.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

10

Store leftover coco (xocolatl) in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Estimated time: 1 minutes