Description

This creamy smoothie blends pumpkin puree, protein powder, and warm spices for a nutritious fall breakfast or post-workout snack. It tastes like pumpkin pie while delivering protein, fiber, and vitamins.

Ingredients

Scale

1/2 cup pumpkin puree

1 scoop vanilla protein powder

3/4 cup almond milk

1/2 frozen banana

1 teaspoon cinnamon

1/8 teaspoon nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1–2 teaspoons pure maple syrup

2–3 ice cubes

optional toppings: whipped coconut cream, crushed pecans, sprinkle of cinnamon

Instructions

1. Add almond milk, pumpkin puree, and frozen banana to a high-speed blender.

2. Add vanilla protein powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and maple syrup if using.

3. Secure the lid and blend on low, increasing to high until smooth, about 30–45 seconds.

4. Check consistency and add more milk or ice cubes as needed, then blend again briefly.

5. Taste and adjust sweetness or spice by adding more maple syrup or cinnamon.

6. Pour into a glass, top with optional toppings, and serve immediately.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: smoothie
Method: blending
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 smoothie (16 ounces)
Calories: 250
Sugar: 10
Sodium: 150
Fat: 5
Saturated Fat: 1
Unsaturated Fat: 3
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 30
Fiber: 5
Protein: 20
Cholesterol: 10

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