
Indulge in the delightful flavors of fall with the Pumpkin Gingersnap Smoothie. In a blender, combine 1 cup of your preferred milk or water with a tablespoon of cashew or almond butter for a rich, nutty taste. Boost the fiber content with 1-2 tablespoons of flaxseed, husk, or chia (optional). Enhance the protein profile with a serving of vanilla, peanut butter, or salted caramel protein powder, along with a scoop of collagen for added benefits.
Add a seasonal touch with 1/3 cup of canned pumpkin purée, straight from the can or frozen for a chillier sensation. Introduce a refreshing element with 1 cup of ice. Season with a dash of pink salt, 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon, and a hint of cloves, allspice, and ginger—just a couple of shakes are plenty. For a touch of warmth, include 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract and, if desired, 1/2 tablespoon of molasses (optional). Blend until smooth, and savor the essence of autumn in every sip!
INGREDIENTS
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1 c milk of choice or water
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1 T cashew or almond butter (PB works too, you can just taste it)
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1 -2 T flaxseed, husk, or chia (optional fiber)
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1 serving The Peachie Spoon Vanilla Protein Powder
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1 scoop collagen
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1/3 c canned pumpkin purée (frozen or straight from the can)
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1 c ice
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dash of pink salt or @redmondsalt electrolytes “peachie”
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1/4 tsp cinnamon
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dash of each cloves, all spice, ginger (just a couple of shakes is plenty)
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1/2 tsp vanilla extract &/or optional 1/2 T molasses (optional)
STEPS
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Add ingredients in order listed to the blender and blend well.
🍑 Nourishment Breakdown
Serves 1
Calories: 370 | Fat: 8g | Starch/Carbs: 27g | Protein: 37g | Fiber: 14g
PROTEIN powder
FAT nut butter, chia/flax if using
FIBER flaxseed/chia/husk
CARB/STARCH pumpkin, molasses
7 comments
How would incorporate frozen cauliflower rice?
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thepeachiespoon replied:
Swap the ice for cauli
I just made this smoothie and it is so good. One of my favorites now. You said you buy low sugar granola. Do you have a specific brand you like? I just put your autumn granola on top.
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thepeachiespoon replied:
Hooray! My granola recipe is perfect and for store bought, my gentle structure is 5g sugar or less per serving. There’s usually several options
What did you crumble on top?
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thepeachiespoon replied:
A low sugar granola from the store. 5g of sugar or less is my go to when shopping
Delicious! My favorite for this season for sure. Do you think it works for making the day before?
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thepeachiespoon replied:
Hooray! You can prep them and store in the fridge but stir before drinking and it may be a diff texture.
This smoothie is my new favorite! I used almond butter and vanilla protein powder. It was so good!
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thepeachiespoon replied:
It’s the taste of fall/christmas to me. So glad you love it too!