Spiced Pumpkin Hot Chocolate with a Hint of Vanilla

1.In a medium saucepan, combine the whole milk, pumpkin puree, cocoa powder, sugar, vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, ground cinnamon, and salt.

2.Heat the mixture over medium heat, whisking continuously until it is well combined and heated through, but do not let it boil.

3.Once the mixture is hot, add the semi-sweet chocolate chips and continue to whisk until the chocolate is completely melted and the hot chocolate is smooth and creamy.

4.Remove the saucepan from the heat and taste the hot chocolate. Adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more sugar if desired.

5.Pour the spiced pumpkin hot chocolate into mugs and top with a generous dollop of whipped cream.

6.Sprinkle a pinch of ground nutmeg on top of the whipped cream for an extra touch of flavor.