Readers have known as this healthful smoothie “drinkable pumpkin pie!” This creamy pumpkin pie smoothie comes collectively shortly in your blender, and combines some favourite fall flavors like pumpkin, maple, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice.

I initially revealed this recipe in 2014 and have since added new images and extra success suggestions.

One reader, Kara, commented: “The proper pumpkin smoothie recipe! We now have been utilizing this for years now and we by no means tire of it! A particular child favourite! I really like that it packs a wholesome dose of protein and a few pumpkin for a serving of veggies. ★★★★★“

One reader, Steph, commented: “This recipe is superb. Tastes like a decadent dessert however more healthy! I add a scoop of vanilla protein powder to extend the protein however even with out the additional vanilla taste, this smoothie is a house run. ★★★★★“

Inform Me About This Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

• Texture: That is an undoubtedly creamy smoothie with an additional thick and satisfying consistency due to the Greek yogurt and banana.
• Taste: Drinkable pumpkin pie, if you’ll. You could have pumpkin, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and pure maple syrup, plus a touch of vanilla if you happen to use vanilla yogurt.
• Ease: Tremendous easy! Place all components in a blender and mix till easy.

Selecting the Proper Elements

For this pumpkin smoothie, you’ll mix a number of favorites from fall’s bounty of flavors. However earlier than these go into the blender, be sure to have a frozen banana readily available as a result of will probably be the bottom of the smoothie recipe. 

1. Frozen Banana: There isn’t a lot frozen banana, simply sufficient to provide the pumpkin smoothie its unparalleled creamy base. I take advantage of it on this inexperienced smoothie and chocolate peanut butter protein smoothie too. Beneath all of the pumpkin, maple, spice, and cinnamon, the banana taste is barely there. If you happen to want a smoothie recipe with out banana, my berry smoothie with out bananas matches the invoice.
2. Pumpkin: Use 100% pure pumpkin puree on this smoothie—not the can labeled “pumpkin pie filling.” If in case you have additional to make use of up, listed below are recipes to make with leftover pumpkin puree. If pumpkin drinks are your factor, I undoubtedly suggest making a batch of do-it-yourself pumpkin espresso creamer to take pleasure in along with your morning espresso.
3. Actual maple syrup: For greatest style, use pure maple syrup, not the one labeled “breakfast syrup” or “pancake syrup.”
4. Yogurt: We normally use vanilla Greek yogurt on this recipe. Be at liberty to make use of common (non-Greek) vanilla or plain Greek yogurt as a substitute. Any fats content material works, from nonfat to complete.
5. Spices: As a substitute of ready pumpkin pie spice, attempt including nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and/or extra cinnamon to style. You should utilize do-it-yourself pumpkin pie spice right here, too.
6. Milk: We normally use nonfat milk or unsweetened almond milk, however you should use any milk, dairy or nondairy, that you’ve got readily available.

Greatest Blender to Use

To course of the components right into a easy consistency, you want one thing high-powered. This blender is a favourite choice for smoothies. And you probably have a Ninja Chopper, which additionally works as a blender, that works too.

To show this pumpkin smoothie right into a satisfying pumpkin-packed breakfast, high it with pumpkin granola. Good for these early fall mornings!

And if you happen to’re trying to dangle onto that final sliver of summer time sunshine, attempt my orange creamsicle smoothie.

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