Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with this creamy Pumpkin Smoothie, a quick and easy beverage reminiscent of a pumpkin pie. Perfect for breakfast, a midday snack, or even dessert, this smoothie combines the rich taste of pumpkin with the natural sweetness of banana. Packed with nutritious ingredients like flaxseed and milk, it’s not only satisfying but also a healthy choice. Customize it with your favorite spices or greens for an extra health boost. Enjoy this seasonal treat that captures the essence of autumn in every sip!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/3 cup pumpkin purée
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 Tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp brown sugar (or sweetener of choice)
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the pumpkin purée, frozen banana, ground flaxseed, pumpkin pie spice, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and add brown sugar to sweeten as desired; blend again to incorporate.
- Pour into a glass and serve cold.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Snack
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: For a creamier texture, always use frozen bananas. Experiment with different types of milk for unique flavors. Add spinach or protein powder for an extra nutritional kick.