If you’re looking for something cozy, this Hot Pumpkin Spice Drink is exactly what you need! It’s delicious in the morning as a coffee substitute, and comforting in the evening when you need to wind down and relax. You can think of it as a hot chocolate made with pumpkin, or a pumpkin spice latte without the espresso. In either case, don’t skimp on the whipped cream ;)
Lately, Hygge is a new concept that I am obsessed. The most common translation of this Danish word, pronounced “hoo-ga” is “coziness”, but from what I can gather, it doesn’t quite fully capture the meaning. Think of sitting by the fireplace while wearing thick socks, or a dinner gathering with friends drinking hot stew around a rustic table. Hygge is encapsulated in those moments.
It’s something I’ve been trying to create at my own home lately. As I write this, the puppy is snuggled on my lap against my baby bump, and I’m sipping on a mug of this Hot Pumpkin Spice Drink.
We’ve lit a scented candle, so there’s a bit of yellow glow in the corner of my eye and the faint sweet smell of pine. It’s all quite perfect, though I think I might need to just shut down the computer, relax and enjoy the hygge.
Don’t worry, before I do that, I”ll leave you with the recipe for this Hot Pumpkin Spice Drink. You can think of it like a hot chocolate, but made with pumpkin. Or as a pumpkin spice latte, but without the espresso. Or you can think of it as it’s own thing – a Hot Pumpkin Spice Drink that’s sure to bring hygge to your home.
It’s perfect for this time of year. If I were only still young enough to go trick-or-treating, I am sure I’d love a mug of this when I was done running around the neighborhood (hint hint from all the kiddos out there)! ;)
Hot Pumpkin Spice Drink (Vegan option)
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk (use a dairy-free milk alternative for a vegan option - oat milk, soy milk, almond milk, etc.)
- 1 1/2 cups pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar (use more or less depending on your taste)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons pumpkin spice
- whipped cream - for topping (use a dairy-free alternative for a vegan option)
- pumpkin spice - for sprinkling on top
Instructions
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In a small saucepan, heat the milk, pumpkin puree, brown sugar and pumpkin spice on medium heat, until it is just about to boil, stirring frequently.
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Pour into cups and top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of additional pumpkin spice.
Just curious of what you might use if you wanted to spike this drink? Thanks
Haha, what a fab question :) I’d give bourbon a try. Enjoy!
Thanks for the recipe Tina! It turned out wonderfully using almond milk and a combo of brown sugar and maple syrup. I can’t wait to make it again, as it’s such a great autumn drink and way more affordable than buying a pumpkin spice latte three times a week. :-) I’m getting ready to reblog it on my personal blog, and will include a link to this page when I do.
Hi Christina – Glad you enjoyed it! It’s a lovely drink and so simple to make. I do love making it with almond milk too. Stay warm this season!
I am a PSL addict, so I’m all over this. Plus, your photos are gorgeous!
Thank you, Olivia. I love PSL too! This is a great alternative to make late at night when coffee isn’t the answer :)
Love the idea of hygge and so glad pumpkin season is coming back around! This drink looks so comforting! Love the styling.
Yes, it’s starting to cool down here, and I’m starting to see pumpkins around. Time for some cozy drinks!
Your pictures are beautiful!
Thank you, Lisa! I hope you enjoy the drink!
I cannot wait for the weather to cool down and get to indulge in cozy beverages such as this one!
We’re just starting to get cooler weather here.. Time to get the scarves ready!
I’ve never heard of this, now I’m obsessed too!
Hope this season brings you lots of hygge!
That sounds extremely interesting … I’d ever thought to put pumpkin in a drink. And it would be perfect for the cool weather we are still experiencing.
Happy autumn! I hope you give this a try – it’s a great way to have pumpkin. Stay warm!
I’m slowly entering the Autumn mood, which means pumpkin and spice! This looks so yum!
Bring on autumn! We’re starting to get leaves changing colors and on the streets here… I’m looking forward to all the pumpkin and spice to follow.
I don’t drink coffee, so any cozy and tasty alternative is more than welcome. Well, your recipe received a WOAAAAH. Thanks!
Thank you, Claudia. I don’t know how you do it without drinking coffee (I could never!), but yes, I do love this pumpkin spice drink as an alternative for the days I’ve had too much coffee!
It’s 11 at night and I so wish I had some pumpkin puree to whip one of these up for a nightcap! Adding that to my list so I can make this ASAP! Great concept!
Thanks Michele – 11 PM is the perfect time to have this hot pumpkin spice drink! Just need to make sure you always have a can of pumpkin puree handy ;)
Pumpkin flavoured drinks really haven’t caught on in Australia. I have always found them a bit of a fascination, but now I can make one at home to try!! Thank you :)
As a fellow pregnant momma this looks like the perfect, caffeine free drink to get my hygge on… yummmm
Congrats to you! I’ll be making a slight variation of this for a kid’s birthday party (a chilled version), so you can keep this recipe in mind for when the little one grows up too ;)
This sounds sooooooo good! I would probably add espresso anyway, because I’m an addict, but this is a great caffeine free version of the most popular drink ever! Gorgeous photos! And congrats on the bump :)
Yes, you can definitely add espresso into it :) Hope you’re able to cozy up with this drink this season!
Baby bump? Congratulations. First the puppy and now this.
Thanks for a delicious sounding drink recipe. I love pumpkin and have been in pumpkin pie making/eating overload lately.
Thank you! We’re really excited about the little one coming along. Fall is such a great season – so many things pumpkin!
I’m digging the Swedish fika thing which sounds similar. Whatever you wanna call it this drink sounds awesome.
Yes fika is awesome! Yumm coffee and pastries. Stop and savor the moment :)