This post is all about how to skip the coffee house and make the 6 BEST Tasty Fall Drinks.

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Published October 6, 2023
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Fall Drink Variations

When fall comes around, it is nice to have a variety of drinks to enjoy when the weather turns.

These Tasty Fall Drinks encompass the BEST variety you can have. A cold whipped coffee, cocoa, chai latte, and variations that are dairy free.

Homemade Hot Cocoa

Hot cocoa is the traditional Tasty Fall Drink. Whether you use a package or you make it from scratch, this tasty drink can be enjoyed all year long.

To make homemade hot cocoa, the recipe is quite simple, with a milk base, cocoa powder, sugar and vanilla, you can then have a delicious drink to warm you on a crisp fall day.

For the full recipe for Homemade from Scratch Hot Cocoa, click HERE or the link below.

The BEST recipe for Hot Cocoa made from scratch

Hot Cocoa Ingredients

1/2 cup Cocoa Powder
1/2 cup Brown Sugar
4 cups Milk
1 tsp Cinnamon
1/4 tsp Chili Powder
1 Tbsp Homemade Vanilla Extract
1/2 tsp Salt

Hot Cocoa Directions

Firstly, place a medium pot on the stove and turn the heat to medium.
Then pour the 4 cups of milk into the pot and heat to a simmer.
When the milk is warm, measure and then add the 1/2 cup brown sugar to the milk and whisk to combine.
Measure and then using a mesh strainer, add the 1/2 cup cocoa powder and whisk to combine.
To the cocoa mixture, measure and add the cinnamon, Chili powder and salt and then whisk well to combine.
Simmer the homemade Hot Cocoa for 5 minutes.
Finally, serve with whipped cream, cinnamon or marshmallows.

Butterbeer Latte

Any Harry Potter afficianato has wanted to taste the deliciousness of a Butterbeer.

As far as warm drinks go, this one is creamy and delicious with a base of homemade caramel.
Drinking this delicious and Tasty Fall Drink while having a Harry Potter movie marathon is the best way to get through a chilly fall day.

For the full recipe for a Harry Potter Inspired Butterbeer Latte, click HERE or the link below.

How to Make Harry Potter Inspired Homemade Butterbeer Latte

Butterbeer Latte Ingredients

1 Tbsp Butter
1 Tbsp Brown Sugar
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
1 cup Milk
dash Cinnamon

Butterbeer Latte Directions

Place a medium saucepan on the stove.
Place 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter and 1 Tablespoon Brown Sugar into saucepan.
Turn heat to Medium-High heat and then let the mixture start to caramelize.
The butter and sugar will start to caramelize and will start to bubble in the pan, additionally, when the caramel
is done, the color will change to be a darker color.
Then SLOWLY add the 1 cup milk to the caramel. Do not worry if the caramel clumps up, just keep mixing!
Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract and dash of cinnamon to the pan and whisk to blend.
Pour the Butterbeer Latte into a mug or use a ladle and enjoy!
For an extra delicious drink, top with whipped cream and a dash of cinnamon.

Whipped Coffee

Three years ago, this Whipped Coffee was ALL the rage on social media. Everyone was making it and trying to find it at local coffee shops.

Using instant coffee for the base is what this recipe begins with, ending with a caramel drizzle.

This coffee drink is SO inexpensive to do, in comparison to buying it from a coffee shop or Starbucks. I am way to frugal to buy coffee daily, so making it at home is the best way to save money.

For the full recipe for a Whipped Coffee, click HERE or the link below.

Whipped Coffee Recipe

Whipped Coffee Ingredients

2 Tbsp instant coffee
2 Tbsp Sugar
1 cup milk
2 Tbsp HOT water
1 Tbsp flavored syrup
1/3 cup coffee creamer (optional)

Whipped Coffee Directions

Heat 2 Tbsp water in a microwavable dish until hot.
To make sure there was enough water after heating it up, microwave 3 Tbsp for one minute and then measured out the needed 2 Tbsp.
In the bowl of a KitchenAid mixer, add 2 Tbsp HOT water.
Add 2 Tbsp sugar to the hot water.
Add 2 Tbsp instant coffee to the water and sugar.
Insert the whisk attachment, lock the KitchenAid mixer, plug it in and turn slowly to high whisking until stiff; around 3-5 minutes if necessary.
While the coffee is whisking, grab a glass and add syrup flavor if using.
Then add ice cubes to the glass and fill half with milk or 1/3 cup coffee creamer if you are using it.
When the coffee has stiff peaks and fully whisked, pour on top of the milk in the glass.
Use a spatula to help scoop all of the whipped coffee amazingness out of the bowl and into the prepared cup.

Crockpot Apple Cider

This Crockpot Apple Cider is absolutely perfect for a Fall Party, Christmas get together, or any day you desire to have an easy to make Apple Cider from scratch.

Crockpot Cider is as easy to make as wash, cut, dump in and then set it and forget about it.

For the full recipe for a Crockpot Apple Cider, click HERE or the link below.

How to make Apple Cider in a Crockpot

Crockpot Apple Cider Ingredients

8 Apples
1 Orange
1 Lemon
3/4 cup Cranberries optional
4 Tbsp Honey
2-4 Cinnamon Sticks
1 tsp Whole Cloves
Water fill to 1-inch below brim

Crockpot Apple Cider Directions

Wash all of the fruit in a sink colander.
On a cutting board, cut the apples into slices and then place them into the Crock-pot.
Cut the lemon in half and then place it into the Crockpot.
Then cut the orange in half and place it into the Crockpot with the apples.
Add the cranberries to the Crockpot.
Measure and then add the cinnamon into the pot.
Add the cloves to the fruit in the Crockpot.
Then measure and add the honey to the Crockpot.
Fill the bowl of the Crockpot with water to within 1-inch below of the rim.
Set the temperature at Low for 6-8 hours or High for 4-6 hours.
Use a potato masher to mash all of the fruit in the bowl of the Crockpot.
Then, cook the Apple Cider for an additional hour.
Strain the fruit out of the liquid into a bowl, then taste and add more honey if needed for sweetness.
Finally, serve and enjoy!

Vegan Chai Latte

I have never tasted anything so delicious in my life. This Vegan Chai Latte is dairy free, gluten free, and packed with vitamins and minerals from using dates.

Using a blender helps to pure the ingredients pure perfectly, forming a creamy and smooth fall drink.

For the full recipe for a Vegan Chai Latte, click HERE or the link below.

8 Ingredient Vegan Chai Latte Recipe

Vegan Chai Latte Ingredients

3.5 oz Coconut Milk
1 cup Water
1-2 pinch Ginger
4 Medjool Dates, pitted
1 Star Anise
1/2 tsp Cinnamon
1-2 pinch Cardamom
1 pinch Clove

Vegan Chai Latte Directions

Place a medium saucepan on the stove.
On a cutting board, use a knife and cut open 4 Medjool dates and remove the pits.
Shake the can of Coconut Milk well, then open the can and empty the Coconut Milk into the saucepan.
Measure and then add the 1-2 pinch Powdered Ginger, 1 Star Anise, 1/2 tsp Cinnamon, 1-2 pinch Cardamom, and 1 pinch Clove to the Coconut Milk in the saucepan and mix well with a spatula.
On a cutting board, use a knife and cut open 4 Medjool dates and remove the pits. Add the pitted dates to the saucepan.
Turn the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a boil stirring occasionally.
Reduce the heat to a simmer and then simmer covered for 10 minutes.
Remove the Star Anise from the mixture and toss, making sure to not blend the Star Anise with the rest of the ingredients.
When done, carefully pour the contents of the saucepan into a blender. Place the lid on the top and add a towel. Make sure to revere the lid insert to allow for venting while processing.
Pour the drink into a coffee mug, sprinkle with cinnamon if desired, and then enjoy.

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Vegan Hot Cocoa

Hot Cocoa is the perfect fall drink. It is creamy and delicious, and with marshmallows and topped with cinnamon, this drink is also easy to make.

By using Coconut Milk, you make sure this delectable fall drink is dairy free AND gluten free.

For the full recipe for a Vegan Hot Cocoa, click HERE or the link below.

How to make 6 Ingredient Vegan Hot Cocoa, perfect on a chilly morning

Vegan Hot Cocoa Ingredients

2 cups Coconut Milk
2 Tbsp Brown Sugar
1 tsp Cinnamon
Dash Chili Powder, optional
Dash Salt
2-3 Tbsp Cocoa Powder

Vegan Hot Cocoa Directions

Place a medium saucepan over medium heat.
To the saucepan, add 2 cups Coconut Milk.
Measure and then add 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar, whisk well to combine.
Measure and add 1 teaspoon Cinnamon, then whisk well to combine.
Add a dash of Chili Powder, if desired, to the mixture.
Add a dash of Salt to the mixture.
Bring the mixture up to a simmer, then add 2-3 Tablespoons Cocoa Powder and whisk well to combine.
Simmer for 5 minutes.
Transfer the Vegan Hot Cocoa to a mug, add mini marshmallows and an extra sprinkle of cinnamon if desired, and enjoy.

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~Monica

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