Looking for an alternative to hot chocolate? Are your little ones wanting something warming in their tummies this time of the year? Try this delightful seasonal drink hot(warm) or cold to hear some squeals of delight.
Hot Pumpkin Spice Drink
- 1 C Water
- 3/4 C Granulated Sugar (or ½ white sugar & 1/4 br sugar)
- 2 T Pumpkin Puree (use the rest to make a Pumpkin Pie)
- 2 tsp ground Cinnamon
- 1 tsp ground Nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp Allspice
- 1/8 tsp ground Cloves
Instructions:
- Place all ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir to prevent sticking and until sugar is dissolved and the mixture has turned into a syrup.
- Remove from heat and cool.
- Heat milk (or alternate dairy product), water (or even coffee if you choose) and pour into mugs. Add 1-2 T of the Pumpkin Spice Drink mixture to each cup and stir. Serve with whipped cream on top and a light dusting of Cinnamon, Nutmeg or Pumpkin Pie Spice. Sit back and enjoy a yummy moment with your children.
Note: Keep syrup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks.
