Protein Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate
When fall rolls around and the weather cools down, there’s one thing on our minds… hot chocolate! We made a delicious Protein Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate that features a big helping of protein because there’s nothing better than something that tastes good AND is good for you. Skip the Starbucks PSL and enjoy this high protein drink recipe for weight loss.
Pumpkin pie spice might sound fancy, but you can find it in a normal grocery store right there with the other spices. If you’re in a pinch, you can also make it from scratch with spices you probably already have in your kitchen.
Did you know pumpkin is actually a super nutritious food? It’s full of Vitamin A which can help boost your immune system. It’s also great for your eyes, heart, skin and full of fiber to kick up your metabolism. So you can drink up knowing this pumpkin spice hot chocolate is giving you a boost of healthy vitamins!
Protein Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate Recipe Tips:
+ You can easily use a vanilla protein powder and white chocolate chips for a fun twist on this recipe.
+ Swap out the almond milk for your favorite milk of choice – coconut milk is also delicious!
Protein Pumpkin Spice Hot Chocolate
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond milk
- 1/4 cup pumpkin purée
- 1/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp pumpkin spice seasoning
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a medium saucepan over medium low heat.
- Heat and cook, stirring often, until the chocolate is melted and all ingredients are well combined.
- Serve hot with marshmallows if desired!
