Savor the flavors of the season with a Vanilla Pumpkin Smoothie, a delightful concoction that captures the essence of autumn in a glass. Blending together the richness of your preferred milk, frozen pumpkin, and a touch of vanilla or salted caramel protein powder, this smoothie promises a velvety texture with every sip. Elevate the nutritional content with a dose of optional fiber from husk, chia, or flax.
Embrace the fall spices by adding pumpkin pie spice, a dash of pink salt, and a hint of cloves for a warm and comforting aroma. For a finishing touch, smear nonfat Greek yogurt on the sides of the cup, creating a visually appealing and creamy treat. Revel in the seasonal delight of a Vanilla Pumpkin Smoothie.
INGREDIENTS
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🍁1 c milk of choice, used cashew here
🍁1/4 can of pumpkin, about 1/3 c frozen or not frozen works (freezing details below)
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🍁 1 serving The Peachie Spoon Vanilla Protein or
(this is delish with The Peachie Spoon Chocolate Protein Powder too)
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🍁1 T nut butter
🍁1-2 T husk, chia, or flax (optional extra fiber)
🍁1/2 c ice
🍁1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
🍁1/4 tsp pink salt
🍁dash of cloves
🍁1/3 c nonfat Greek yogurt (smeared on sides of cup or in smoothie)
STEPS
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Add ingredients in order listed through cloves to the blender and blend well.
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Smear yogurt in your cup or bowl and pour smoothie over it. Topped mine with a little granola here but unsw coconut and/or pumpkin seeds are yummy too for the healthy fats. If omitting the toppings, add 1-2 T of nut butter, unsw coconut, or 1/2 avocado to your smoothie before blending for fats.
🎃🍂 Notes: I love fall and pumpkin everything so as a prep, I will freeze a can of pumpkin by breaking it into 1/4’s and freeze in baggies. Straight from the can works for this recipe too but frozen will make a thicker, more creamy smoothie. This is perfect for that leftover pumpkin from a baking recipe too.
🍑 Nourishment Breakdown
PROTEIN: powder, yogurt
FAT: pumpkin seeds, unsweetened coconut, granola
FIBER: psyllium husk, pumpkin
CARB/STARCH: pumpkin
Macros:
365cal/13fat/29carb/14fiber/5sugar/38protein
4 comments
Delicious, would make again
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thepeachiespoon replied:
Makes me so happy!
I really dislike yogurt, could I substitute blended cottage cheese or just skip it?
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thepeachiespoon replied:
Both of those options work!
Is smearing the yogurt just a visual preference or is it better if not blended into the smoothie? Like a topping? If you drink it, do you get all the yogurt?
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thepeachiespoon replied:
Totally just for fun. You can add it however you prefer.
I’m looking forward to trying this recipe as I love every one of your smoothies that I’ve made so far!
I was just wondering about the pumpkin puree – is this supposed to say 1/4cup of pumpkin? Otherwise, how much would a 1/4can be (what size can)?
Thanks!
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thepeachiespoon replied:
I use the 15 oz can but 1/4 of a cup or 1/4 of a can would both work great!