Description
This Breakfast Pumpkin Pie Smoothie is a deliciously creamy and nutritious blend perfect for fall mornings or any time you crave a cozy, spiced treat. Combining pumpkin puree, banana, warm spices, and a touch of sweetness, it’s a wholesome smoothie that captures the flavors of pumpkin pie in a quick, easy-to-make drink.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pure pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1 ripe banana, sliced and frozen
- 1 cup almond milk (or any milk of choice)
Sweeteners and Flavorings
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- A pinch of ground cloves
Optional Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (optional for creaminess)
- Ice cubes (optional for thickness)
Instructions
- Prepare the Banana: Slice and freeze a ripe banana beforehand to give the smoothie a naturally thick texture.
- Blend Base Ingredients: In a blender, combine the pure pumpkin puree, frozen banana slices, and almond milk. Blend until smooth and thick.
- Add Sweeteners and Spices: Add the maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and a pinch of ground cloves to the blender.
- Blend Smoothie: Blend again until all the ingredients are fully combined and the mixture reaches a creamy, uniform consistency and color.
- Adjust Thickness: If you prefer a thicker smoothie, add ice cubes and blend again to achieve your desired consistency.
- Add Greek Yogurt: For extra creaminess and protein, optionally add Greek yogurt to the blender and blend until fully incorporated.
- Final Taste Check: Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness or spices to suit your preference.
- Serve: Pour the finished smoothie into a glass.
- Garnish: Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a dollop of whipped cream for an added touch.
Notes
- Use frozen banana slices to ensure a naturally thick and creamy texture without the need for ice.
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey and non-dairy yogurt or omit yogurt altogether.
- Adjust spices according to your taste preference for a milder or stronger pumpkin pie flavor.
- This smoothie makes a great grab-and-go breakfast or an energizing snack.
- If fresh pumpkin puree is used, cooking the pumpkin beforehand is recommended.
