Have you ever had a steamer? It is basically like a latte without the coffee! It is the most perfect drink for cooler months and it makes the perfect late night treat since there is no caffeine to keep you up all night. I make steamers all the time in all flavors because they are just so cozy and comforting, especially at night when I stay up reading a mystery.
Since it is November now, it is time to really take advantage of all things pumpkin, cozy and warm. For me, I fully embrace this pumpkin mania until Thanksgiving…then it is all about peppermint, gingerbread and Christmas love.
If you hate pumpkin or prefer other flavors, you can ELIMINATE IT 🙂 That is what is awesome about these recipes. Not everyone is a pumpkin fanatic like I am, so I wanted to make sure you could enjoy this to with just the cinnamon. It is equally as good!
I was out for an early morning stroll a few days ago and out of know where, these two pretty little leaves came fluttering by. I was surprised since we are still full on green mode for the trees in Texas. They will turn soon, but I was ecstatic to see these beauties, so I grabbed them to take home. Now, on to this fun, easy recipe you can enjoy anytime of day.
Creamy Cinnamon Pumpkin Steamer (Serves 2)
- 2 cups unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tbsp coconut sugar or brown sugar (can substitute coffee creamer here too :))***
- 1/4 cup or so of your favorite sweetener (I use stevia)***
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp maple extract
In a small sauce pan, combine ingredients. Cook over medium heat on the stove top until the sides gently start to bubble (about 5 minutes), then remove from heat!
Pour into a glass and top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
If you hate pumpkin, eliminate it and add some coffee creamer instead. Also, adding cream instead of brown sugar will give it a creamier texture.
Add more or less sweetener to taste, I use about 1/4 cup and it is pretty sweet!
I plan on enjoying this tonight while reading a cozy mystery since it is finally cooler weather in Texas!
Have you ever had a steamer before? If so, what is your favorite one?
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Yummmmm! This looks perfect to curl up with tonight on the couch <3
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I love having it at night as a treat after dinner! So delicious 🙂
This looks so tasty! I love your adorable plaid mug, too! 🙂
It’s really good! I love this mug too! It just makes everything so much more cozy 🙂
This sounds wonderful. I bought some pumpkin to make a smoothie but this sounds like a good choice too. Especially since it is going to be getting cold here.
It’s wonderful for a cold day! I am been having it in the evenings 🙂
You come up with the neatest recipes! Sounds really yummy! Have a beautiful week, Lynn
Thanks so much Lynn! I have so much fun experimenting with fun ones like this. Have a wonderful week!
YUM! What a cozy, autumnal beverage! We’re hosting our monthly drinks link-up today, would love for you to stop by and share this post 🙂
It is so good! Oh cool, I would love to join in! I will stop by now 🙂
this sounds delicious and perfect for the season! thanks for sharing it 🙂
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It is so good this time of year 🙂 Especially on a chilly night. I love fixing it and reading in bed! Thanks girl, have a great day!
This sounds so yummy!
It’s super delicious!! Thanks Jessica!
Looks yummy. Thank you for sharing with us @ #HomeMattersparty. We would love to have again next week.
Thank you, it is really yummy!
This is perfect for my kiddos, who always want something hot when I make a pumpkin latte for myself. Looks yummy!!! Thanks for sharing on the Frugal Friday Linkup!
This is definitely great for kids!They will really enjoy this 🙂
Oh my goodness, this looks perfect for this cold and rainy weather today! Thanks for linking up again at Try A Bite Tuesday link party last week! This week is live, we’d love for you to come party again this week! #TryABiteTuesday
Thanks Amber! I love joining, I linked up again 🙂 Have a great day!
It looks delicious! Thanks for joining Home Sweet Home!
Thanks Sherry! It is definitely one of my favorites this season 🙂 Thanks for hosting your fun party!
I can eat pumpkin spice ALL YEAR LONG. Will definitely be pinning and trying this, because you’re right, the caffeine at night is a drag. I’m SO GLAD to see you made it with almond milk! Happiness! Thanks for sharing this on Frugal Fridays! 🙂
Me too, it is so good! I just love the depth of flavor and how comforting it is! Almond milk is the best! Plus it makes everything so much creamier 🙂 Have a great day!