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If you’re like me and end up with a partial can of pumpkin puree in your fridge, turn it into this delicious pumpkin smoothie recipe. It packs 18 grams of protein per glass, but tastes like a slice of pumpkin pie!
This recipe is easy to customize, so think of it as a suggestion, rather than a solid set of measurements. If you have only a small amount of pumpkin puree on hand, it will work. If you want to add fresh ginger, like my sweet potato smoothie, that is delicious here, too.
Feel free to get creative with it!
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“I’ve made this recipe a number of times and haved loved it every time, but tried a recipe from another website this morning (wanted to use some yogurt and bananas I had on hand) and it was not nearly as delicious. The dates really make this recipe so don’t skip them!” – Hannah
Pumpkin Smoothie Ingredients
- Pumpkin Puree. I use canned pumpkin puree for convenience, but this should also work with homemade pumpkin puree.
- Milk. You can use any milk you love for blending. For a higher protein content, use unsweetened soy milk or regular cow’s milk.
- Medjool dates. While some recipes call for a frozen banana, I think the flavor of dates pair better with pumpkin. They add a caramel-like sweetness (plus extra fiber!) that make this smoothie taste like pie.
- Pumpkin Pie Spice. This spice blend is used for convenience. If you don’t have a store-bought jar, you can make homemade pumpkin pie spice, too.
- Extra Protein. I’ve tested this recipe with two tablespoons of collagen peptides and the same amount of hemp hearts (a complete source of plant-based protein). Either way, you’ll get a protein boost without a noticeable flavor.
How to Make a Pumpkin Smoothie
Step 1:
Add the pumpkin puree, pitted dates, pumpkin pie spice, collagen or hemp hearts, and milk to a high-speed blender. Secure the lid and blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides of the machine, as needed.
Taste the mixture and adjust the flavor, if needed. You can add extra spice or another date, if you want it to be sweeter. Keep in mind the flavor will be dliuted slightly with the next step. If the smoothie is too thick, add an extra 1/4 cup of milk and blend again. (This will vary based on the size of your dates.)
Step 2:
Once the mixture is smooth, add a cup of ice cubes. Then secure the lid and blend again until the smoothie has a slightly slushy texture. You don’t want to add too much ice or the flavor will be diluted.
Serve right away for the best taste and texture. You can top it with whipped cream and chopped pecans to make it really look and taste like a slice of pumpkin pie.
Pumpkin Smoothie (tastes like pie!)
Ingredients
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 3 to 4 soft Medjool dates , pitted
- 2 tablespoons hemp hearts or collagen peptides
- ¾ cup milk of choice
- 1 heaping cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Add the pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, pitted dates, hemp hearts or collagen, and milk to a high-speed blender. Secure the lid and blend until the dates are totally pulverized. (If you don't have dates on hand, swap two tablespoons of maple syrup.) Taste the mixture to make sure you're happy with the flavor. You can add more spice or an extra date, if needed. The flavor will be diluted slightly with the next step, so keep that in mind.
- Once the mixture is smooth, add the ice and blend again until the smoothie has a slushier consistency. Don't add too much ice, or it could dilute the flavor.
- Serve this pumpkin smoothie right away for the best texture and flavor.
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More Pumpkin Recipes to Try
- Healthy Pumpkin Bars
- Pumpkin Spice Latte
- Tuscan Pumpkin Sauce
- Vegan Pumpkin Scones
- Double-Chocolate Pumpkin Muffins
If you try this recipe, please leave a comment and star rating below to let me know how you like it.
Really tastes like pumpkin pie! I just made your pumpkin spice ice cream recipe and used the leftover pumpkin for this. I also made your lentil soup and used the leftover coconut milk for this.
I was able to create this recipe and it was the best smoothie I have ever made at home. It was even better than any I have had in a restaurant or smoothie shops!!!! Kudos to you Megan for this brilliant recipe.
I substituted butternut squash for the pumpkin, and it turned out amazing. Please create more recicpes like this one.
I had made in my blender and set it down to clean the blender and I went to get it and saw my husband drank half of it. I was thankful I was able to at least have half of it.
Very tasty! It was a little thick so next time I might add more almond milk and more spice.
I’ve made this recipe a number of times and haved loved it every time but tried a recipe from another website this morning (wanted to use some yogurt and bananas I had on hand) and it was not nearly as delicious. The dates really make this recipe so don’t skip them!
I added about 1/2 cup frozen spinach and 2 small leaves of kale and it came out great!
This is so so good!! I added a little fresh ginger, and that really kicked it up a notch!! It’s already a great smoothie!!