Pumpkin Smoothie Recipe
The Pumpkin Smoothie Recipe is creamy, healthy and full of cozy fall flavors. It combines real pumpkin puree, banana, yogurt and warm spices into a refreshing drink
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 cup milk dairy or almond milk
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup ice cubes
Optional Additions
- Chia seeds
- Ground flaxseed
- Protein powder
- Rolled oats
- Whipped cream
- Crushed pecans
- Caramel drizzle
Instructions
Prepare The Ingredients
- Measure all the ingredients before blending. Use a frozen banana for the creamiest smoothie texture.
Add The Pumpkin
- Place the pumpkin puree into the blender first for easy mixing.
Add The Banana
- Break the frozen banana into chunks and add it to the blender.
Pour In The Milk
- Add your favorite milk to help the ingredients blend smoothly.
Add The Yogurt
- Spoon the Greek yogurt into the blender for extra creaminess and protein.
Sweeten The Smoothie
- Add the maple syrup or honey according to your preferred sweetness.
Add The Spices
- Sprinkle in the pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon and vanilla extract for warm fall flavor.
Add Ice
- Add the ice cubes to make the smoothie cold and refreshing.
Blend Until Smooth
- Blend on high speed for about one minute until the mixture becomes thick and creamy.
Taste And Adjust
- Taste the smoothie and add more sweetener or cinnamon if desired.
Pour Into Glasses
- Divide the smoothie evenly between two serving glasses.
Garnish And Serve
- Top with whipped cream, a sprinkle of cinnamon or chopped pecans before serving immediately.
Notes
- Use frozen banana instead of fresh.
- Chill the pumpkin puree before blending.
- Add oats for a filling breakfast.
- Mix in protein powder after workouts.
- Use coconut milk for a richer flavor.
- Add nutmeg for extra warmth.
- Freeze leftovers into popsicle molds.