Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

This sweet and creamy pumpkin pie smoothie tastes just like pumpkin pie filling. It’s perfect for a healthy and filling breakfast or dessert!

As the temperature begins to drop and we move into fall, it’s time for pumpkin. The wonderful thing about this recipe is that you can use canned or homemade puree to make this smoothie.

Pumpkin pie is one of the best things about fall, but sometimes it can be hard to find time to make a homemade pumpkin pie. We have your solution; this delicious smoothie is easy to whip up and will give you that sweet pumpkin flavor with none of the work!

This recipe makes two servings so grab your favorite person and share this tasty treat!

What You Will Love About this Pumpkin Pie Smoothie Recipe

• Tastes like a real Pumpkin Pie, but it’s healthy!
• Made with REAL Pumpkin Puree.
• Thick and creamy smoothie.
• Perfect for a healthy breakfast
• Tastes incredible with a dollop of whipped cream
• Great way to use up leftover canned pumpkin!
• A breeze to make with a blender!

What Else Can I Add to this Pumpkin Smoothie?

• Add a scoop of vanilla protein powder for a protein boost!
• Both Chia seeds and ground flaxseeds are a great source of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids.
• Hemp hearts or hemp seeds are high in protein and essential fatty acids making them a great add-in to smoothies.
• Make it a green smoothie! Go ahead, throw in a handful of spinach if you like.
• Top with Whipped Cream for a fun treat!

Can You Prepare this Smoothie Ahead of Time?

Yes! You can absolutely make this smoothie ahead of time. Pour your smoothie into ice cube trays and freeze for up to three months after preparation is complete. I normally transfer my frozen smoothies to freezer bags so that the cubes don’t get frostbitten.

Place the smoothie cubes in a mason jar and cover them with a lid once you’re ready to drink your smoothie. Allow 20-30 minutes for thawing at room temperature before serving.

You may also return your frozen smoothie cubes to the blender and add a little milk to blend.

Equipment Needed to Make Smoothies

All you need to make a smoothie is a good quality blender. If you are going to be making smoothies a lot, it is worth investing in a high speed blender, such as a Blendtec or Vitamix Blender.

I have been using a Blendtec blender for almost 10 years now, and it is used on a constant basis. I only recently had to replace the wildside jar, but otherwise it powers through anything I throw at it still!

About the Ingredients for Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

Banana – Use a frozen banana to make your smoothie thicker and more flavorful by reducing the amount of ice used. We simply add enough banana to sweeten the smoothie without giving it a banana taste. If you prefer, use an overripe avocado in its place. (The color will change.)

Pumpkin – Make sure you’re using real pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling. You may also use homemade pumpkin puree if desired. Making your own pumpkin purée is a fantastic way to keep lots of it on hand. This is an excellent method to repurpose leftover pumpkin puree.

Yogurt – You may use either vanilla Greek yogurt or plain Greek yogurt. You may go without the honey with vanilla yogurt if you choose, but you’ll almost certainly need to add some sweetener if using plain yogurt.

Honey – To enhance the flavor, if desired, add honey or maple syrup or any other liquid sweetener of your choice.

Milk – For the most part, I prefer whole milk, but you may use skim milk or if you want a dairy-free or vegan pumpkin smoothie, use coconut milk, almond milk, soy milk etc…

Spice – Feel free to use your own favorite blend of spices, or use store-bought pumpkin spice mix. Feel free to substitute any with a sprinkle of cinnamon, a pinch of nutmeg, or a dash of cloves.

Ice – Ice cubes are used to not only cool the smoothie but thicken it as well. Use your judgment to get the desired texture.

Looking for More Comforting Fall Recipes?

Checkout some of my favourite fall foods:

This Pumpkin Pudding recipe is an easy and delicious pumpkin dessert perfect for autumn evenings and even after thanksgiving dinner instead of the usual pumpkin pie.

This Old Fashioned Apple Crisp recipe is definitely the best of the best.  Sweet slightly spiced apples topped with an amazing crumble – just like your Grandma always made! 

This cinnamon apple cake recipe is sure to become a family favorite! It’s loaded with apples and topped off with a sweet sugar crust.

How to Make a Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

Yields: 1 Large Smoothie | Prep time: 5 Mins

Ingredients:

• 1 Large Banana, Sliced and Frozen
• 1 cup (225g) Pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup (120g) Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons (30ml) Honey (Optional)
• ¼ cup (60ml) Whole milk
• 1 teaspoon Pumpkin pie spice
• 6-8 Ice Cubes

Directions:

1. Add all ingredients to the jar of your high-speed blender in the order listed.

2. Secure lid on jar and blend on highest speed until smooth (roughly 30 seconds) or using your smoothie setting.

3. Top with whipped cream, if desired!