Healthy Pumpkin Smoothie (2 Ways)

This Healthy Pumpkin Smoothie is the perfect way to celebrate the fall season. Made with real pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice, it's dairy free and loaded with the most comforting fall flavors. Make it to drink from a glass, or make it into a smoothie bowl adorned with all your favorite toppings. 7 ingredients, non-dairy, low calorie and low fat.  

Introducing the perfect smoothie for pumpkin lovers; a creamy smoothie that tastes just like a slice of pumpkin pie. This vegan pumpkin spice smoothie, like my Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte, comes together in a flash and keeps you satisfied for hours.

It's a great way to start your morning, especially when you have those pumpkin spice cravings that come with the season. Just grab your high-speed blender, a few simple ingredients and this is ready in minutes. Healthy smoothie recipes have never tasted so good. 

🧾 Ingredients With Substitutions

• Pumpkin Puree - canned pumpkin is what I use in this recipe. It's especially cool if you have leftover pumpkin puree that you don't want to waste. 
• Frozen Banana - peel a banana, place it in a freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months. This helps add natural sweetness and a creamy texture. If you don't have a frozen one, just use a fresh banana and add a little more ice to the blender.  
• Vanilla Plant-Based Yogurt - I prefer vanilla non-dairy yogurt in this recipe, but you can use whatever flavor you like best. 
• Oat Milk - this is always my favorite to use in my recipes, however, you can use whichever non-dairy milk you have on hand, such as coconut milk, soy milk, or unsweetened almond milk. 
• Pumpkin Pie Spice - store-bought works great.  
• Pure Maple Syrup - this added sweetener can be substituted with organic brown sugar or coconut sugar. 
• Vanilla Extract - adds a warm nutty flavor to the smoothie. I don't recommend substituting this ingredient
• Ice - crushed or cubed is fine.

🥤 How to Make This Healthy Pumpkin Smoothie

Step 1: add all ingredients to a blender, including the pumpkin puree, frozen banana, yogurt, plant milk, pumpkin pie spice, maple syrup, vanilla extract and ice.

Step 2: blend until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes. Taste and adjust sweetness or spices as needed. Pour into a glass and top with a dollop of dairy-free whipped cream.

Step 3: pour into a glass or add it to a bowl.

Step 4: top with a dollop of non-dairy whipped cream and your favorite spices.

⭐ Health Benefits of Pumpkin

According to Ryan Raman MS, RD of Healthline, pumpkin (a fruit, not a vegetable) is a highly nutritious winter squash that's loaded with vitamin A. In addition, it's low in calories, high in fiber and rich in minerals and other vitamins. For more information, visit 9 Impressive Health Benefits of Pumpkin.

💭 Tips and Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use pumpkin pie filling instead of pumpkin puree?

For the healthiest results, avoid using pumpkin pie filling instead of pumpkin puree. It's loaded with sugar and additional spices we don't need.   

How do I make this into a smoothie bowl?

To make a smoothie bowl instead of a regular smoothie, simply half the plant milk when adding ingredients to a blender. This will yield and nice, creamy texture.

Can I make this smoothie ahead of time?

Yes. You can prepare it in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Just give it a good shake or stir before drinking as it may separate.

How can I make the easy pumpkin smoothie thicker?

If you prefer a thicker texture, you can add more frozen fruit or a handful of oats. Or you can reduce the amount of liquid.

How can I boost the protein content in this recipe?

To increase protein for a nutritious breakfast or snack, simply add some plant-based protein powder, hemp seeds or nut butter (thick peanut or almond butter). You can also just add a handful of nuts.

🥯 Serving Suggestions

• Easy Vegan Pumpkin Bread
• Banana Peel Bacon
• Sweet Potato Breakfast Hash
• Grilled Peaches Dessert
• Minted Fruit Salad

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📖 Recipe

Healthy Pumpkin Smoothie Recipe

This creamy Pumpkin Pie Smoothie is packed with pumpkin, banana and warm spices for a cozy treat for fall. You can drink it from the glass, or make it a smoothie bowl. A delicious and easy breakfast, snack or dessert.

5 from 15 votes

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Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: All

Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

Servings: 2 servings

Calories: 188kcal

Author: Deborah

Equipment

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  1 Blender
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  2 Glasses or
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  2 bowls

Ingredients

• ▢ ½ cup pumpkin puree canned or homemade
• ▢ 1 frozen banana
• ▢ ½ cup dairy-free vanilla yogurt
• ▢ ½ cup plant milk
• ▢ ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• ▢ 1 tablespoon maple syrup optional for added sweetness
• ▢ ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• ▢ handful of ice cubes

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Instructions

• Add all ingredients to a blender, including ice.
• Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
• Taste and adjust the sweetness/spice as needed.
• Pour into a glass. Top with a dollop of non-dairy whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon. Enjoy!

Notes

Can I use pumpkin pie filling instead of pumpkin puree?

For the healthiest results, avoid using pumpkin pie filling instead of pumpkin puree. It's loaded with sugar and additional spices we don't need.   

How do I make this into a smoothie bowl?

To make a smoothie bowl instead of a regular smoothie, simply half the plant milk when adding ingredients to a blender. This will yield and nice, creamy texture.

Can I make this smoothie ahead of time?

Yes. You can prepare it in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Just give it a good shake or stir before drinking as it may separate.

How can I make the easy pumpkin smoothie thicker?

If you prefer a thicker texture, you can add more frozen fruit or a handful of oats. Or you can reduce the amount of liquid.

How can I boost the protein content in this recipe?

To increase protein for a nutritious breakfast or snack, simply add some plant-based protein powder, hemp seeds or nut butter (thick peanut or almond butter). You can also just add a handful of nuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 188kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 74mg | Potassium: 527mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 9720IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 223mg | Iron: 2mg

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