Creamy Pumpkin Smoothie with Banana and Maple Recipe
This Pumpkin Smoothie is a creamy and flavorful beverage that combines the natural sweetness of frozen banana and pumpkin puree with warm spices like cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice. Blended with Greek yogurt, milk, and maple syrup, it makes a delicious, nutrient-packed treat perfect for fall or any time you crave a cozy, autumn-inspired drink.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits and Produce
- 1 frozen banana
- 2/3 cup (150g) pumpkin puree
- 1 cup ice cubes
Dairy
- 1/2 cup (120g) vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup (120ml) milk (dairy or nondairy)
Spices and Sweeteners
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 2 Tablespoons (42g/30ml) pure maple syrup
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients including the frozen banana, pumpkin puree, vanilla Greek yogurt, milk, cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, maple syrup, and ice cubes. Make sure the banana is fully frozen for a creamy texture.
- Add to Blender: Place the frozen banana, pumpkin puree, vanilla Greek yogurt, milk, ground cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, pure maple syrup, and ice cubes into a blender.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend all ingredients on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, ensuring no chunks remain.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately. Enjoy your refreshing and seasonal pumpkin smoothie!
Notes
- Use dairy or nondairy milk based on your dietary preference.
- Adjust the amount of maple syrup for desired sweetness.
- For a thicker smoothie, use less milk or more frozen banana.
- Pumpkin pie spice can be substituted with a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves if unavailable.
- Consume immediately for the best flavor and texture.
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