Description
Creamy pumpkin pie smoothie blends autumn’s warmest spices into a silky cold delight. Cool mornings welcome this nourishing drink that brings classic pie flavors to a refreshing glass you’ll savor sip by delicious sip.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 banana
- 1 cup milk (or non-dairy milk like almond, oat, or coconut milk)
Spices:
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
Sweetener and Optional Ingredient:
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional)
- Ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients: ripe banana, canned pumpkin puree, milk, warming spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, plus maple syrup for natural sweetness.
- Transfer pumpkin puree into blender container, breaking down any dense clumps with a spoon to ensure smooth blending.
- Add peeled banana in chunks to help create a creamy, thick texture and enhance natural sweetness.
- Pour milk into blender, selecting dairy or non-dairy option based on preference.
- Sprinkle ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger directly into liquid mixture to distribute spices evenly.
- Drizzle maple syrup for balanced sweetness, adjusting amount to personal taste preference.
- Secure blender lid tightly and pulse ingredients initially to break down larger pieces.
- Blend on high speed for 30-45 seconds until mixture transforms into silky, uniform consistency.
- For extra chill factor, introduce handful of ice cubes and blend again until frosty and smooth.
- Transfer smoothie into serving glass, allowing mixture to settle and develop rich, layered flavors.
- Optional: Dust surface with additional ground cinnamon for aromatic garnish and visual appeal.
Notes
- Freeze ripe bananas beforehand to create an extra thick, frosty smoothie texture without diluting flavors.
- Use unsweetened pumpkin puree to control sugar levels and adjust sweetness with maple syrup according to personal preference.
- For a dairy-free version, swap cow’s milk with almond, oat, or coconut milk to accommodate different dietary needs.
- Enhance protein content by adding a scoop of vanilla protein powder or Greek yogurt for a more substantial morning drink.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg