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    Hummusapien Β» Recipes Β» Diet Β» Dairy Free Β» Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

    ★★★★★ from 4 reviews

    Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

    Published Sep 8, 2021 Β· Modified Oct 5, 2022 Β· by Alexis Joseph Β· 67 Comments

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    Healthy Pumpkin Smoothie that tastes like classic pumpkin pie in a glass! Naturally sweetened and packed with fiber. This tasty drink makes an amazing fall breakfast or nourishing snack. I love it with a little whipped cream and extra cinnamon!

    glass of pumpkin smoothie

    I made a pumpkin pie last year and it was...just okay.

    Like, not the best pie I've ever laid mouth on. I shall attempt to master a pumpkin pie again this year when Thanksgiving rolls around but in the interim, we mustn't be without pumpkin!

    Enter my celeb status pumpkin pie smoothie, the best way to use up pumpkin after baking Almond Flour Pumpkin Bread and Healthy Pumpkin Bars. *Slow clap.*

    I admit, my healthy smoothie recipes attracts people from near and far to our restaurants each autumn, so much so that we almost started pumpkin early this year. Almost!

    How to make a pumpkin smoothie

    All you need is five minutes and a blender to get cozy, dears. As a dietitian, I love how healthy pumpkin is--packed with fiber and Vitamin A. Delish!

    1. Place pumpkin, banana, almond butter, dates, spice, and almond milk in a blender. I love my Nutribullet!
    2. Blend until smooth and creamy. Pour into a glass, top with whipped cream, and serve.

    Key ingredients and substitutions

    This insanely creamy smoothie is just begging to be your breakfast, snack, or dessert. I don't even wait till fall starts to make this recipe! I always have pumpkin puree adorning my pantry for when the craving strikes.

    • Pumpkin: Good old caned pumpkin puree is perfection here, not pumpkin pie filling.
    • Frozen banana: For creaminess and thicccckkk texture. If you only have fresh banana, you can use that and add a few ice cubes.
    • Medjool dates: To natural sweeten the smoothie and add yummy caramel notes. You could also do 1-2 tbsp pure maple syrup.
    • Non dairy milk: I like unsweetened vanilla almond but oat, soy, cashew or whatever you have on hand would be delightful.
    • Almond butter: This adds creaminess, richness, and smooth mouthful. Fat is your friend! A handful of walnuts, pecans, or cashews would also be great here.
    • Pumpkin pie spice: Because it's so easy! You could sub ¾ teaspoon cinnamon + ¼ teaspoon ginger, allspice, cloves, nutmeg, or a pinch of any of those. Whatever you have, it'll taste delish.
    cup with pumpkin smoothie ingredients
    blended pumpkin smoothie

    What to do with leftover pumpkin

    I have tons of healthy pumpkin recipes on the blog that call for part of a can of pumpkin, so you have plenty of options here to put it to good use.

    • Use it in Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal, Vegan Pumpkin Muffins, No Bake Pumpkin Cookies, or Pumpkin Walnut Burgers
    • Stir it into oatmeal with cinnamon and a splash of maple syrup
    • Freeze it in an ice cube tray for future smoothies or recipes

    Fun flavor variations

    Lookin' to spice it up? I've got a few tricks up my sleeve. Lately subbing in some coffee (or cold brew) is my go-to. Anyone else?

    • Pumpkin spice latte: Sub brewed, chilled coffee for half or all the liquid. You could also add a splash of cold brew!
    • Higher protein + lower sugar: Omit dates and add 1 scoop of chocolate protein powder. You could also swap the banana for frozen cauliflower!
    • Green pumpkin pie: Make your body SING with a handful of baby spinach.
    pumpkin pie smoothie with straw

    Topping ideas

    IT'S WHIPPED CREAM SEASON!

    • Coco whip: store bought or make your own by whipping full fat coconut milk!
    • Granola: I love the crunch of sweet and salty.
    • Cereal: Again...crunch is everything. Nature' Path Heritage Flakes are my fave right now.
    • Nut butter drizzle: Mmmmm a swirl of almond butter on top is so fab.

    More amazing smoothie recipes

    • Tart Cherry Chocolate Smoothie
    • Strawberry Pineapple Smoothie
    • Chocolate PB Zucchini Smoothie
    • Pumpkin Pie Smoothie Bowl

    Grab your chunky knit sweater and slurrrrrppppp!

    cup pouring pumpkin smoothie into glass

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    pumpkin pie smoothie with straw

    Pumpkin Smoothie Recipe

    ★★★★★ 5 from 4 reviews
    • Author: Alexis Joseph
    • Prep Time: 5 mins
    • Cook Time: 0 min
    • Total Time: 5 mins
    • Yield: 1 1x
    • Category: Breakfast
    • Method: Blender
    • Cuisine: American
    • Diet: Vegan
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    Description

    A creamy, healthy Pumpkin Pie Smoothie that tastes like classic pumpkin pie in a glass! Naturally sweetened for an irresistibly delish breakfast.


    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • ½ cup canned pumpkin puree
    • 1 large over-ripe frozen banana, sliced
    • 1 tbsp almond butter
    • 2-3 Medjool dates, pitted (or 1-2 tbsp pure maple syrup)
    • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice*
    • 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk (or milk of choice)

    Instructions

    1. Place all ingredients in a blender (I used a Nutribullet) and blend until smooth and creamy. Top with whipped cream if you fancy and devour!

    Notes

    *If you don't have pumpkin pie spice, you can sub ¾ teaspoon cinnamon + ¼ teaspoon ginger, allspice, cloves, nutmeg, or a pinch of any of those.

    • Pumpkin spice latte: sub brewed, chilled coffee for half or all the liquid.
    • Higher protein + lower sugar: omit dates and add 1 scoop chocolate protein powder. You could also swap the banana for frozen cauliflower!

    Keywords: pumpkin pie smoothie

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    Photos by The Nutritious Kitchen.

    About Alexis Joseph

    Oh HEY there! I'm Alexis Joseph, food writer, blogger, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), new mama, and co-founder of local restaurant group, Alchemy. I use my passion for cooking and wellness as fuel to help others ignite a more freeing and happy relationship with food. Learn more about Alexis!

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    1. Kori Daniel says

      October 15, 2022 at 2:36 pm

      Such a fantastic consistency and flavor! I love that it tastes like fall in a cup. So refreshing after an UNMEASURED class too.

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        October 18, 2022 at 5:54 pm

        The sweetest ending to a class! Thank you Kori!

        Reply
    2. R Smith says

      October 10, 2022 at 6:11 pm

      Hey could I use avocado instead of the banana

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        October 11, 2022 at 5:31 pm

        The frozen banana is important for sweetness and thickening--you could try some frozen avocado but or avocado plus ice but you'd need to make up for the sweetness!

        Reply
    3. Maggie says

      October 07, 2021 at 4:24 pm

      So good!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
    4. Dylan says

      September 08, 2021 at 12:04 pm

      I've been making this for breakfasts, topped with granola for crunch! Yum!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        September 13, 2021 at 9:18 pm

        YESS the crunch is everything! Thanks, Dyl πŸ™‚

        Reply
    5. Sam says

      July 15, 2021 at 7:51 am

      This looks and sounds delicious!! Will definitely have to try. However, as somebody in recovery from an eating disorder, I don’t think it’s great to sugar-shame or demonize foods/ingredients... Everything, even a PSL, can fit into a normal, balanced lifestyle. It’s HEALTHY to have things you like. There’s nothing wrong with or unhealthy about enjoying these things - it just becomes unhealthy when there’s no balance. Just wanted to put that out there, as restriction and avoidance/fear can damage life much more than allowing yourself some treats

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        July 15, 2021 at 10:50 am

        YES! Thank you for this, Sam. I published this post 7 years ago in 2014 when I myself was suffering from disordered eating. Old posts like this remind me of how far I've come ! This definitely needs rewritten, along with anything published before 2016. I'll add to the list!

        Reply
    6. Ashley says

      November 16, 2020 at 3:36 pm

      The best!!!

      Reply
    7. Kay says

      April 06, 2020 at 6:14 pm

      Literally tastes like a pumpkin pie! I use PB in place of the almond butter! I freeze pumpkin in ice cubes trays to make it easier to make future smoothies!!

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        April 07, 2020 at 6:01 pm

        Yay!! OMG I love the ice cub idea. So smart!

        Reply
    8. Kaitlyn Friesen says

      September 24, 2019 at 5:03 pm

      SO SCRUMMY. i did regular milk and added a bit of vanilla greek yogurt and did peanut butter instead of almond.
      definitely will be making this again!?

      Reply
      • Alexis Joseph says

        September 24, 2019 at 11:49 pm

        Yayyy so glad you enjoyed it!

        Reply
    9. Jennifer says

      October 02, 2017 at 4:17 am

      Would this be fine without the almond butter? I have nut sensitivity but really want to try this! Thanks

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 03, 2017 at 10:39 pm

        It would be a lot less creamy! Try sunbutter or hemp seeds. Avocado may work, too!

        Reply
    10. Alexis says

      September 27, 2016 at 7:37 am

      Let me know how you love it! Pumpkin flavored fall food can be so sneakily sugary it's crazy, I definitely feel you.

      Reply
    11. Alexis says

      November 02, 2014 at 10:23 pm

      Fantastic!

      Reply
    12. Olga says

      October 29, 2014 at 6:28 pm

      I made mine with a frozen banana. It is fantastic. Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
    13. She Rocks Fitness says

      October 11, 2014 at 2:02 pm

      I've been on a smoothie TEAR and yes pumpkin smoothies have been involved...LOVE them! Was never a Starbucks Pumpkin Latte fan...I'd rather get all the extra sugar from a cupcake or something sweet and homemade with real sugar...HA!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 14, 2014 at 7:23 am

        I couldn't agree more. I'd way rather have a chocolate chip cookie the size of my head than a pumpkin spice latte not even made with real pumpkin. Ick!

        Reply
    14. She Rocks Fitness says

      October 11, 2014 at 2:02 pm

      I've been on a smoothie TEAR and yes pumpkin smoothies have been involved...LOVE them! Was never a Starbucks Pumpkin Latte fan...I'd rather get all the extra sugar from a cupcake or something sweet and homemade with real sugar...HA!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 14, 2014 at 7:23 am

        I couldn't agree more. I'd way rather have a chocolate chip cookie the size of my head than a pumpkin spice latte not even made with real pumpkin. Ick!

        Reply
    15. Brooke says

      October 10, 2014 at 3:13 pm

      So I've made this every day. Everyday since it was posted. And on the eighth day I added spinach. SWOON.

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 4:37 pm

        Hahaha I am SO glad to hear that! I love adding spinach too! Lately I've added a scoop of plant-based protein powder too. You don't even taste it!

        Reply
    16. Brooke says

      October 10, 2014 at 3:13 pm

      So I've made this every day. Everyday since it was posted. And on the eighth day I added spinach. SWOON.

      Reply
    17. Alexis says

      October 10, 2014 at 5:36 pm

      I'm sure I'd agree with you on the chemical taste! This smoothie is a MUCH tastier alternative πŸ™‚

      Reply
    18. Alexis says

      October 10, 2014 at 5:34 pm

      Agreed!!

      Reply
    19. Alexis says

      October 10, 2014 at 4:58 pm

      Right?! This smoothie has got it goin on!!

      Reply
    20. Erica {Coffee & Quinoa} says

      October 07, 2014 at 10:56 pm

      I looove pumpkin for breakfast. 50 grams of sugar, not so much! This looks like the perfect morning pumpkin fix πŸ™‚

      Reply
    21. Brittany @ Delights and Delectables says

      October 05, 2014 at 10:54 pm

      mmm... yum! I think this will be breakfast in the am!

      Reply
    22. Chelsea @ Chelsea's Healthy Kitchen says

      October 05, 2014 at 7:25 am

      When I tried my first PSL a few years ago I actually hated it - it tasted like chemicals to me! Pumpkin pie smoothies are a much tastier way to get my pumpkin fix. πŸ˜‰

      Reply
    23. Cassie says

      October 04, 2014 at 2:19 pm

      Umm I'm definitely going to have to try adding pumpkin puree to hot almond milk and coffee... you're a genius!!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 10, 2014 at 5:37 pm

        Hehehe thanks love!

        Reply
    24. Alexis says

      October 03, 2014 at 5:15 pm

      I'm obsessed with dates in my smoothies, especially when I'm not feeling the banana flavor.

      Reply
    25. Alexis says

      October 03, 2014 at 5:15 pm

      Eaxctly! And who doesn't want pumpkin pie for breakfast?

      Reply
    26. christina @ the athletarian says

      October 03, 2014 at 11:57 am

      Okay this is on my to-try list this weekend! I'm not a fan of pumping pie, solely because of the texture...but I have a feeling this smoothie is going to get a big fat stamp of approval.
      HAPPY FRIDAY!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 03, 2014 at 4:55 pm

        This doesn't have that jiggly pumpkin pie texture...so I think you're good to go πŸ™‚

        Reply
    27. Julia says

      October 03, 2014 at 10:49 am

      Just lookit this thang! I love that you put almond butter in the smoovie...I'muhnuh try this asap! THE PSL....sigh....why oh why do we do things like the PSL. TWELVE teaspoons of sugar? Heresy. Thankfully we have you to set our diets straight! Have a funky fab weekend, love!!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 03, 2014 at 5:09 pm

        Isn't that amount of sugar insane?! Killinnnn me!!!

        Reply
    28. Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      October 03, 2014 at 9:40 am

      The nutritionist in you will be happy to know that this girl is NOT a fan of PSLs. In fact, I think I've only ever tried one once, and I couldn't even finish it. This smoothie, on the other hand? Sign.me.UP.

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 03, 2014 at 5:09 pm

        WAHOOO!!! I've actually never tried one either now that you mention it...

        Reply
    29. Renee H. says

      October 03, 2014 at 12:03 am

      I'll take this over pumpkin spice latte any day! Where did you get those straws? I must have them!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 03, 2014 at 5:10 pm

        My friend got them for me at Target!!

        Reply
    30. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

      October 02, 2014 at 11:24 pm

      I love this pumpkin pie smoothie! It looks SO delicious and the best thing about it is how healthy the recipe is for you! Thanks for sharing the great recipe, you can definitely consider that I will be recreating it.

      Reply
    31. Alysia @ Slim Sanity says

      October 02, 2014 at 4:16 pm

      Okaaaaay ok ok ok. I'll go buy some pumpkin this weekend.... πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 03, 2014 at 5:11 pm

        You go girl!

        Reply
    32. Emily @ Glitz Glam Gluten-Free says

      October 02, 2014 at 3:02 pm

      Ohh I haven't had a pumpkin smoothie for ages but I think it's going to need to happen asap! I love that you used Medjool dates for a sweetener too! I bet that's perfect with the pumpkin!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 03, 2014 at 5:15 pm

        I'm obsessed with dates in my smoothies, especially when I'm not feeling the banana flavor.

        Reply
    33. Karen says

      October 02, 2014 at 1:26 pm

      Sounds Yummy! Healthy and a good substitute for pie!

      Reply
    34. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says

      October 02, 2014 at 10:05 am

      It is a pumpkin recipe kind of day, I'd say! I definitely need to start adding pumpkin to my smoothies... and maybe less greens when I do because I have a feeling that would be an awful color! πŸ˜‰

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 03, 2014 at 5:16 pm

        Hahah I felt SO weird not adding greens to this one! I won't tell anyone if you do πŸ™‚

        Reply
    35. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says

      October 02, 2014 at 10:05 am

      It is a pumpkin recipe kind of day, I'd say! I definitely need to start adding pumpkin to my smoothies... and maybe less greens when I do because I have a feeling that would be an awful color! πŸ˜‰

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 03, 2014 at 5:16 pm

        Hahah I felt SO weird not adding greens to this one! I won't tell anyone if you do πŸ™‚

        Reply
    36. Katelynn says

      October 02, 2014 at 8:20 am

      I'm a type 1 diabetic so the sugar in a pumpkin spice latte scares me...this seems like a much healthier and yummy option for me!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 03, 2014 at 5:17 pm

        Definitely! Twelve teaspoons is a big no-no.

        Reply
    37. Katelynn says

      October 02, 2014 at 8:20 am

      I'm a type 1 diabetic so the sugar in a pumpkin spice latte scares me...this seems like a much healthier and yummy option for me!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 03, 2014 at 5:17 pm

        Definitely! Twelve teaspoons is a big no-no.

        Reply
    38. Colleen says

      October 02, 2014 at 6:55 am

      This looks amazing! I also like to add a spoonful or two to my oatmeal in the morning with a little pumpkin pie spice. Then it's just like pumpkin pie oatmeal!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 03, 2014 at 5:18 pm

        Mmmmm sounds fabulous! I love pumpkin in my oatmeal.

        Reply
    39. Colleen says

      October 02, 2014 at 6:55 am

      This looks amazing! I also like to add a spoonful or two to my oatmeal in the morning with a little pumpkin pie spice. Then it's just like pumpkin pie oatmeal!

      Reply
    40. Maryea {happy healthy mama} says

      October 02, 2014 at 6:39 am

      Or just make a huge batch for the whole fam. πŸ™‚ Win.

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 03, 2014 at 5:18 pm

        Exxxxxxactly!!

        Reply
    41. Brittany says

      October 02, 2014 at 6:35 am

      I'll be honest, I've never even actually had a real pumpkin spice latte haha I'd much rather have this! πŸ˜‰

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 03, 2014 at 5:19 pm

        I'll be honest too...I haven't either!!

        Reply
    42. Arman @ thebigmansworld says

      October 02, 2014 at 6:31 am

      I really like your recipes but damn....you talk like a 3 year old.
      No thank yewww.
      Just kidding, Summer is coming and I need smoothie recipes.

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 03, 2014 at 5:18 pm

        Don't make me cry. Wait---so weird that summer is coming for you!!

        Reply

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