In reality, drinking a hot drink when you’re cold is unlikely to raise your core body temperature. Even if it does, the change will be minimal. Nevertheless, the short-term increase in temperature for the hands, mouth, nose. and stomach can feel comforting. Holding a hot drink can even make you friendlier. People who briefly held a cup of hot (versus iced) coffee were judged as having a ‘warmer’ personality (generous, caring). So, drink up and stay warm.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces brewed coffee, or 1-2 shots of espresso (or Chai Tea)
- ½ cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 3 Tablespoons canned pumpkin or homemade pumpkin puree
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup, or sweetener of choice
- sprinkle of cinnamon
Instructions
- With a handheld frother or blender:In a cup or sauce pan, mix together almond milk and pumpkin. Cook on medium heat on the stove top or microwave for 30-45 seconds. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, spices and sweetener, place in a cup and use a frother to foam the milk. You can also use a blender — just process for 30 seconds or until foamy. Pour coffee into a large mug, add the foamy milk mixture on top. Sprinkle with cinnamon and enjoy!
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