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Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

This pumpkin pie smoothie proves that you can enjoy the flavor of Thanksgiving pie without turning on the oven or eating dessert before breakfast. This healthy pumpkin smoothie recipe combines frozen banana, Greek yogurt, pure pumpkin, and warm spices for a creamy drink with satisfying texture. Whether you make it as an easy pumpkin spice protein smoothie before work or serve it as a fall breakfast smoothie for the family, this recipe earns a permanent place in the autumn rotation.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 213
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 frozen banana
  • 1/2 cup (120g) vanilla Greek yogurt*
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice*
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) milk (dairy or nondairy)
  • 2 Tablespoons (42g/30ml) pure maple syrup
  • 2/3 cup (150g) pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup ice cubes

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Measuring cups
  • Tall glass

Method
 

  1. Load the Blender
    You add the ingredients to the blender in the listed order. You place the liquid near the blades so the mixture moves easily.
  2. Blend It Up
    You blend on high for at least three minutes or until the smoothie looks completely smooth. You stop and scrape the sides when needed.
  3. Adjust the Texture
    You add more milk if the smoothie feels too thick. You add more ice if you want a thicker drink. You taste the smoothie and adjust the spices or maple syrup.

Recipe Notes

Yogurt:
Use 0% vanilla Greek yogurt, regular vanilla yogurt, or plain Greek yogurt.
Spices:
Use pumpkin pie spice or add a small pinch of nutmeg, cloves, ginger, and extra cinnamon to taste. You can also use 1/4 teaspoon homemade pumpkin pie spice.
Milk:
Unsweetened almond milk works well, but any dairy or non-dairy milk can be used.