i/e This post is in collaboration with Moms Meet and Keurig, however all opinions are my own.
Tis’ the season for all things pumpkin. Who are we kidding, pumpkin spice everything has been out for weeks already, and even though fall is my favorite season I wasn’t ready for it until now. Every season I decorate and set up a fun coffee/hot cocoa bar for guests and the whole family to enjoy. It is a part of my seasonal decor and I love how they always turn out! Since I got my first Keurig this year, I have been on a major coffee kick and can’t not use those handy little K-cups! This year I set up a fall themed coffee bar right upstairs in our master bedroom and it has been a life changer!
I love a sweet coffee and since Starbucks isn’t always convenient, I started creating my own coffee mixtures! My latest favorite is a Cocoa Collagen Pumpkin Spice Latte! I started using my original Keurig early this past spring, but recently I was able to upgrade to the Keurig® K-Duo Essentials™ Coffee Maker and if you are in the market for one, I would recommend it over any of the others. The Keurig® K-Duo Essentials™ Coffee Maker has the option of using the K-cups or making an actual cup of jo.
One thing I hate about having just a single K-cup Keurig is that it can take a while for everyone to get their morning coffee, and when we have guests, its even worse. The Keurig® K-Duo Essentials™ Coffee Maker eliminates that issue because I can make a carafe of ground coffee brew at the same time as making specialty flavor coffee for those who want it. Another feature? As a mom I never finish a cup of coffee before it gets cold. I like to quickly top off my cup when it gets cool with the carafe brew because it sits on a hot plate it is always hot and ready for my mom needs!
The Keurig® K-Duo Essentials™ Coffee Maker is a great Christmas gift and is available right now at Walmart stores.
Ok and now for the part you all have been waiting for…
Cocoa Collagen Pumpkin Spice Latte:
In a blender add 2 scoops of the Vital Proteins Cocoa Caramel Collagen Protein Powder, 2 Table Spoons of Almond Milk (or Whole Milk), a drizzle of caramel, 2 Tea Spoons of Pumpkin Spice, 1 Tea Spoon of Ground Cinnamon, and 2 Table Spoons of Pumpkin Spice Creamer (optional). Blend until smooth. Brew up your cup of coffee and stir in your desired amount of Pumpkin Spice mixture. You can top with Reddi Whip and a drizzle of caramel or chocolate syrup if you want, and enjoy! Also, your welcome!