Thanks to Starbucks and their iconic Pumpkin Spice Latte (also
known as PSL), the arrival of fall is now synonymous with the warm, inviting
flavors of pumpkin spice. This delightful blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg,
allspice, and cloves has transcended the beverage world and found its way into
an array of treats and confections.
Let’s dive into some delicious ways to satisfy those PSL
cravings now through November with creative pumpkin spice-inspired confections!
Pumpkin Spice Caramel Apples
Why not elevate the classic caramel apple with a pumpkin spice twist? For a limited time only, Amy’s Gourmet Apples dips a granny smith apple in caramel, before coating it in white chocolate. Lastly, the bottom is coated with graham cracker crumbs and topped off with a drizzle of orange chocolate for a seasonal spin.
Pumpkin Seed
Bark with Sea Salt
Get inspired by the flavors of fall with a pumpkin
seed chocolate bark. Lore’s
Chocolates sprinkles crispy, candied spiced pumpkin seeds and sea salt on
top of dark chocolate. Put your own twist on this idea by adding chopped nuts,
dried cranberries, or even candy corn. Your customers will love this festive
treat!
Pumpkin Spice
Truffles
Craft rich, creamy pumpkin spice truffles by blending
chocolate ganache with pumpkin puree and spices. RCI member Speckled
Hen Chocolate Company makes a pumpkin truffle with real pumpkin, cream,
butter, chocolate, cinnamon, ginger and nutmeg all piped into an adorable mini
chocolate pumpkin shell.
Don’t have bite-sized pumpkin moulds? Consider rolling your
pumpkin truffles in graham cracker crumbs or crushed pecans for an extra
crunch.
Pumpkin
Spice Popcorn
Add a twist to popcorn by drizzling it with white chocolate
and sprinkling pumpkin spice seasoning on top. Trolley
Treats adds pumpkin candies to their festive fall popcorn mix. This
sweet-and-salty treat is perfect for movie nights or cozy fall gatherings.
Package it in festive bags for a fun, shareable snack!
Pumpkin
Pie Peanut Butter Cups
If you love pumpkin and you love peanut butter, we can’t
think of a better way to celebrate fall! Chocolate
Chocolate Chocolate Company blends natural peanut butter with pumpkin and
pumpkin pie spices to make the ultimate fall confection. This concept could
also be applied to a peanut butter meltaway recipe. Consider adding a sprinkle
of crunchy graham cracker crumbs as a finishing touch.
These confectioners are embracing the pumpkin spice trend in creative ways, offering a variety of delicious options to satisfy consumers’ fall cravings. So go ahead, indulge in the flavors of autumn and make the most of this pumpkin spice frenzy!
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