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    Home » Recipes » Smoothies

    Pumpkin Smoothie

    Published: Nov 6, 2019 Modified: Mar 29, 2020 by Karen Kelly This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Easy pumpkin smoothie

    Embrace pumpkin season with this flavorful Pumpkin Smoothie.  It has all the flavors of your favorite pie without all the calories.  {gluten free, vegan}

    pumpkin smoothie

     

    Fall is finally here and we are embracing all things pumpkin.  When you walk through the store it's hard to believe how many products come in pumpkin flavor. 

    • candy
    • bread
    • cereal
    • milk 
    • creamer
    • nuts
    • hot chocolate

    Crazy!

    You don't have to leave your house to enjoy a healthy, high protein breakfast packed with pumpkin pie flavor. This baby is easy to make and I'll bet you have all the ingredients in your house right now.

    Let's do this!

    pumpkin smoothie recipe

     

    First of all, why should you be incorporating pumpkin into your life?  Well, it's full of goodness and I'm all about eating seasonally. 

    Our bodies crave what's in season and eating a wide variety of colored fruits and vegetables ensures that we are getting lots of antioxidants.

    Health Benefits of Pumpkin

    • full of Vitamin A and beta-carotene
    • high in Vitamin C
    • high in antioxidants
    • contains potassium
    • contains fiber
    • nutrient-dense but low in calories (that's a great combo)

    How to Make a Pumpkin Smoothie

    Making smoothies is one of the simplest and healthiest ways to make a good for you breakfast.  Smoothies need a liquid, something to thicken them up, ice and some flavor.  

    It's that simple. 

    For this one, I used almond milk as my base.  I love Califia plain - no added sweeteners.  I added one banana and some almond butter for thickness.  For flavor, I used pumpkin puree from a can. 

    Feel free to add a little maple syrup or honey but I really don't think this Pumpkin Smoothie needs it. I topped mine with pecans and cinnamon.

    The healthy fat from the nut butter will help keep you satisfied until lunch.  You can also add your favorite vanilla or even chocolate protein powder.

    pumpkin smoothie vegan

    How to Make a Pumpkin Smoothie Bowl

    If you prefer to have this in bowl form all you have to do is make it thicker.  

    The best way to do that is to dice your bananas and freeze them overnight. These are great to have around to make Matcha Smoothie Bowls or guilt-free Chocolate Banana Ice Cream.  

    If you prefer green smoothies check out my guide to Simple Green Smoothies.

    Pumpkin Smoothie

    Embrace pumpkin season with this flavorful Pumpkin Smoothie.  It has all the flavors of your favorite pie without all the calories.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free
    Keyword: pumpkin smoothie
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 161kcal

    Ingredients

    • 1 banana
    • 1 cup almond milk
    • ¼ cup pumpkin puree
    • 1 tablespoon natural almond butter
    • 3 pieces of ice
    • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)

    Instructions

    • Mix all ingredients in a high powered mixer. I love my Vitamix. If it's too thick add more almond milk, too thin add more ice.
    • Garnish with cinnamon, nutmeg and bananas

    Nutrition

    Calories: 161kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 166mg | Potassium: 334mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 4804IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 186mg | Iron: 1mg
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    About Karen Kelly

    Hi, I'm Karen Kelly a certified health coach, freelance food writer, and blogger. At Seasonal Cravings, you will find wholesome gluten-free recipes and healthy lifestyle tips.

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    I'm Karen Kelly a food and travel writer, health coach and recipe creator. At Seasonal Cravings you will find quick, healthy recipes and the best travel tips!

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