So many local cafes and bakeries, as well as Starbucks, carry a pumpkin spice steamer drink around this time of year, and while they are delicious, they can get a little pricey when everyone in the family wants one! From what I can tell, most places use a pumpkin flavoring, not pure pumpkin. You can really taste the difference! This recipe uses real pumpkin! You can use 100% pure pumpkin from a can or you puree your own from a cooked pumpkin. That may not sound too appetizing, but if you like pumpkin pie, you will LOVE this drink. It is so flavorful and comforting. I highly recommend you make up a batch of Pumpkin Spice Steamer on Halloween night to keep your trick-or-treaters warm and toasty.
Ingredients
Get ready for a mug of deliciousness! These ingredients are pantry staples and easy to whisk together. Create one of the most popular drinks from Starbucks right in your own home.
Milk – I like the balance of the 2% milk with some heavy cream. I tried this recipe the first time with straight 1% milk, trying to stay on the healthy side, but the consistency and flavor of the drink were too weak. Heavy cream – Your dairy mixture is going to be thick and creamy, just the way you want it. Pumpkin puree – Is rich, soft, and made from a real pumpkin. You will not want to use pumpkin pie filling. Brown sugar – Light brown sugar or dark brown sugar both work for this recipe. Sweetened condensed milk – You can’t go wrong with extra sweetness to a hot beverage!Pumpkin pie spice – This adds all the fall feelings! Vanilla extract – Always adds in a dash of flavor! Whipped cream – Top off the drink with a light and airy cream. Cinnamon – Gives a hint of spice!
Health Benefits of Pumpkin
There truly are great health benefits that come from eating pumpkin – and this Pumpkin Spice Steamer drink uses real pumpkin. Pumpkin has a squash-like taste and texture, and whenever pumpkin is added it brings a lot of flavor to recipes. It’s worth giving it a try to get the boost of vitamins and antioxidants pumpkin provides.
Better Eyesight – One cup of cooked pumpkin contains more than 200% of the recommended daily intake of Vitamin A. Vitamin A aids vision, especially vision in dim lighting.Weight Loss – One cup of cooked pumpkin has 3 grams of fiber and only 49 calories! This makes you feel a little better when you eat that slice of pumpkin pie, right? Fiber makes you feel fuller longer, so you eat less.Possible cancer and wrinkle prevention – Like carrots, sweet potatoes, and butternut squash, pumpkin is loaded with beta-carotene. According to the National Cancer Institute, beta-carotene may play a role in cancer prevention. Health Magazine also reported that the carotenoids in pumpkins can also help keep skin wrinkle-free.Energy – Pumpkin contains more potassium than bananas! Potassium restores electrolyte balance after a workout and keeps muscles functioning at their best.
Tips and Variations
This creamy pumpkin spice steamer is always a popular drink in the fall. Make this drink just the way you like it with the best tips and extra variations to help create the drink of your dreams. Soon you will be enjoying the rich pumpkin spice flavor and a dollop of whipped cream on top, this drink is sure to be the best!
Dairy – When you are making this recipe, you can play with the balance of milk and heavy cream, or even try half and half or whole milk depending on how creamy you like your hot drinks. Cooking – It is best to cook the warm drink in a heavy bottom saucepan. Depending on how much you are making you can use either a small saucepan or medium. Almonds – Rather than having dairy, change the flavor with almonds, almond milk, and add some shredded toasted coconut or a dollop of coconut whip on top. Using this variation basically alters the taste and flavoring of the drink. Pumpkin pie spice – Make your own homemade pumpkin pie mix with cloves, nutmeg, and
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