Description
Pumpkin Smoothie is a delightful drink that captures the essence of fall in every sip. Creamy pumpkin puree blends seamlessly with ripe banana and rich Greek yogurt, creating a deliciously smooth texture. Infused with warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, this nutritious smoothie is perfect for breakfast or as a cozy snack on chilly days. Quick to prepare and customizable, it’s sure to become a seasonal favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
- 1 ripe banana (spotty for best flavor)
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup milk or dairy alternative (whole or almond)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup (adjust for sweetness)
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and equipment (blender, measuring tools).
- In the blender, combine pumpkin puree, banana, Greek yogurt, and milk; blend until smooth.
- Add cinnamon, nutmeg, and maple syrup; blend again until well combined.
- If using fresh ingredients without ice, add ice cubes now and blend until frosty.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- Pour into glasses and garnish if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie (approximately 12 oz)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 10mg