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    Home » Breakfast/Brunch » Fresh Pumpkin Spice Smoothie

    Fresh Pumpkin Spice Smoothie

    Published: Dec 15, 2020 by Andrea Howe · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    This pumpkin spice smoothie is made up of a healthy blend of protein, fats and carbs, so it will satisfy hunger and ward off blood sugar spikes. And of course it tastes delicious, with fresh pumpkin puree and warming Fall spices.

    pumpkin spice smoothie in 2 glasses against marble

    Breakfast smoothies have been a staple around our home for years, so I’m always trying to change up the flavors and ingredients to flow with the seasons. And since I’m just your basic suburban mom, of course Fall means PUMPKIN SPICE everything haha! While I’m not a huge fan of the PSL, I do love the general flavors of pumpkin pie.

    So here is my love letter to pumpkin spice; a healthy, well-balanced smoothie that you can drink any time of day. It makes for an especially great breakfast though, as it’s loaded with vitamins, minerals, protein, healthy fats and no refined carbs.

    Why you will love this recipe

    • HEALTHY – When it’s the holidays, we could all use a big dose of healthy, am I right? To help balance out all the indulgent treats we tend to gobble up! And this smoothie is made with all natural and fresh ingredients.
    • QUICK TO MAKE – Holiday season can be stressful! And having a quick and easy pumpkin smoothie is the perfect way to keep us all going!

    Ingredients

    • Pumpkin puree – you can use canned pumpkin or make your own fresh Instant Pot pumpkin puree 
    • Banana – frozen or fresh
    • Pumpkin Pie Spice – the key ingredient to giving this smoothie that beloved Fall flavor
    • Hemp Seeds & protein powder – for a healthy dose of fats, proteins and energy driving carbs
    • Almond butter – for a creamy flavor and added healthy fats
    • Maple Syrup – a great way to get a healthy & natural dose of added sweetness
    • Almond Milk – feel free to use any milk alternative

    ingredients for pumpkin spice smoothie in little white bowls and glass jars, set against a marble backdrop

    How to make this pumpkin spice smoothie

    Making this smoothie is SO easy, friend. Seriously. All you need to do is throw all those ingredients into your blender. You can use fresh pumpkin puree, like my Instant Pot Pumpkin Puree,  or canned to make this smoothie. And throw the puree, banana, and the rest of the yummy nutritious ingredients into your blender with a handful of ice.

    Then just blend until smooth!

    You can always adjust the consistency if you need to with more ice or more almond milk. Once it’s blended just pour into your glass and top with a little sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice. Voila! Easy pumpkin smoothie ready to enjoy.

    Tips for making a great smoothie at home

    • Use Frozen Fruit. You can use a fresh banana, but frozen fruit helps to make a smooth, creamy smoothie in the end. So frozen is best if you have it!
    • Don’t Skip The Nut Butter. Yes it adds great flavor, but also it’s a nutritious way to thicken your smoothie.
    • Blend On Low At First. This will depend on your blender and how powerful it is. But it might help to start blending on low at first, then turn it on high to help blend the ingredients more efficiently and quickly.

    What makes this smoothie healthy?

    This pumpkin smoothie is healthy because it contains all real and natural ingredients! Nothing artificial here. And it’s chock full of nutrients, as well.

    Pumpkin is rich in Vitamin A, and full of nutrients that can help boost your immunity. Perfect this time of year! And the hemp seeds is an extra dose of healthy fats, omegas, and minerals. And the addition of protein powder means you get additional healthy protein.

    This smoothie is also naturally sweetened as well with maple syrup, but honey or agave could be used as well.

    Can I Use A Different Milk?

    You definitely can use whatever milk you have on hand. You can use soy milk or coconut milk (not from a can) to keep it still dairy free. But you can use whole, or a low-fat milk if you need to as well!

    Can I Add Yogurt To This Smoothie?

    I haven’t tested it with yogurt, but I think it would be a great addition! It will just change the texture slightly.

    top down view of a pumpkin spice smoothie

    Can I add Oats?

    You absolutely can. I haven’t tested it with oats, but it would add additional fiber and protein! Oats will definitely thicken the smoothie, so you may need to adjust the consistency by adding more milk.

    Can I use a different sweetener?

    I love this smoothie with maple syrup because I think pumpkin and maple just pairs so wonderfully together. But I think honey or agave would be a wonderful substitution, but I haven’t tested it with either.

    Can I double this recipe?

    You definitely can! However, blending it all at once will just depend on how big your blender is. You may need to do this in two batches.

    Can I Make This Ahead Of Time?

    You can make this ahead of time and store in your fridge for 1-2 days.

    Or try freezing it! You can pour the smoothie into an ice cube tray and then when ready to enjoy pop the pumpkin ice cubes into a glass with a lid (like a mason jar) and let it sit in your fridge for an hour until they’ve melted. And just give it a shake!

    two pumpkin spice smoothies

    TOOLS TO MAKE THIS pumpkin SMOOTHIE

    • A Great Blender!

     

    pumpkin spice smoothie in 2 glasses against marble

    Pumpkin Spice Smoothie

    This pumpkin spice smoothie is made up of a healthy blend of protein, fats and carbs, so it will satisfy hunger and ward off blood sugar spikes. And of course it tastes delicious, with fresh pumpkin puree and warming Fall spices.
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 1 minute
    Total Time: 6 minutes
    Servings: 1 person
    Author:Andrea

    Equipment

    • High Powered Blender

    Ingredients

    • ½ Cup Pumpkin Puree homemade or canned
    • ½ Banana fresh or frozen
    • 1 Scoop Protein Powder Preferably vanilla or turmeric
    • 1 tbsp Hemp Seeds
    • 1 tbsp Almond Butter
    • ½ tbsp Maple Syrup
    • 1 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice
    • 1 Cup Almond Milk Use ½-3/4 cup if you would prefer a thicker texture
    • Ice a handful
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    Instructions

    • Add all ingredients to a high powered blender and blend till smooth. Pour into a glass and sprinkle more pumpkin pie spice on top if you wish!

    Notes

    • Different Milk:  Use your favorite milk and what you have on hand!
    • Make Ahead Instructions: You can make this ahead of time and store in your fridge for 1-2 days. Or try freezing it! You can pour the smoothie into an ice cube tray and then when ready to enjoy pop the pumpkin ice cubes into a glass with a lid (like a mason jar) and let it sit in your fridge for an hour until they've melted. And just give it a shake!
    • Use Frozen Fruit. You can use a fresh banana, but frozen fruit helps to make a smooth, creamy smoothie in the end. So frozen is best if you have it!
    • Don't Skip The Nut Butter. Yes it adds great flavor, but also it's a nutritious way to thicken your smoothie.
    • Blend On Low At First. This will depend on your blender and how powerful it is. But it might help to start blending on low at first, then turn it on high to help blend the ingredients more efficiently and quickly.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 16ounces | Calories: 468kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 380mg | Potassium: 673mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 20g | Vitamin A: 19222IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 531mg | Iron: 7mg
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    About Andrea Howe

    Andrea Howe is the recipe developer and photographer of Howe We Live. She is also a seasoned home cook of over 20 years, for her family of 5. Andrea has spent over 10 years in the food industry, writing for various publications including Babble and Disney. Her work has appeared in Real Simple, Taste of Home, Yahoo, Buzzfeed and ABC News.

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