Description
Embrace the flavors of fall with this quick and delicious Pumpkin Smoothie, perfect for breakfast or an afternoon boost. In just 5 minutes, you can blend together pumpkin purée, a frozen banana, and warm spices to create a creamy treat that tastes just like a pumpkin pie milkshake. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it’s also packed with nutritious ingredients like flaxseed and banana, making it a healthy choice for any time of day. Whether enjoyed at home or served at gatherings, this refreshing smoothie will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings for autumn flavors.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup pumpkin purée
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 Tbsp ground flaxseed
- 1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp brown sugar (or sweetener of choice)
Instructions
- Combine pumpkin purée, frozen banana, ground flaxseed, pumpkin pie spice, milk, and vanilla extract in a blender. Blend on high until smooth.
- Add brown sugar (or preferred sweetener) and blend briefly to combine. Adjust sweetness to taste.
- Pour into a glass, garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and enjoy cold!
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Use ripe bananas for added sweetness. Feel free to experiment with different types of milk for unique flavors. For a protein boost, add Greek yogurt or protein powder.