Pumpkin Smoothie
Indulge in the flavors of fall with this delightful Pumpkin Smoothie. This creamy beverage combines the rich taste of pumpkin purée with the natural sweetness of banana, creating a drink reminiscent of a pumpkin pie milkshake. It’s not only quick and easy to prepare but also packed with healthy ingredients like ground flaxseed, making it a perfect choice for breakfast, a midday snack, or a cozy autumn gathering. Customize your sweetness to suit your taste and enjoy this seasonal delight that encapsulates the essence of October in every sip.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/3 cup pumpkin purée
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
- 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 cup milk (or plant-based alternative)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar (or sweetener of choice)
Instructions
- In a blender, combine the pumpkin purée, frozen banana, ground flaxseed, pumpkin pie spice, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Blend until smooth.
- Taste the mixture and add brown sugar or sweetener as desired; blend again until well mixed.
- Pour into a glass and enjoy chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 245
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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