Healthy Pumpkin Spice Smoothie
A creamy, spice-forward smoothie that combines pumpkin, banana, and apple for a deliciously warm and autumnal drink featuring healthy ingredients.
Equipment
- blender
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 dollop canned pumpkin Provides genuine squash flavor.
- 1 medium frozen banana Thickens and sweetens naturally.
- 1 cup chopped apple Adds brightness and body.
- 1 cup plain strained yogurt Acts as the creamy backbone; Greek-style recommended.
- ½ cup almond milk Used to loosen up the smoothie.
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup Natural sweetener, adjust to taste.
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract For added flavor.
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice mix Adds warm spice flavor.
- 1 pinch cinnamon To taste.
- 1 handful ice For a cold and frothy texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- Put the frozen banana and pumpkin into the blender.
- Add chopped apple and yogurt.
- Pour in the almond milk, maple syrup, vanilla, pumpkin spice, and cinnamon.
- Top with ice and blend until smooth, adjusting liquid or ice for the desired consistency.
Notes
Separation is natural; give it a stir before drinking. For meal prep, freeze apples in cubes and add straight to the blender. Adjust almond milk for consistency and sweetness as needed. Homemade pumpkin spice blend gives control over spice levels.
Nutrition
Serving: 1smoothieCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 9gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 1.5mg
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