Tis’ the season for pumpkin everything!
This is our version of a pumpkin pie smoothie. It’s creamy, cool, includes all macronutrients (proteins, fats, and carbs) and it’s delicious. In addition, the pumpkin provides an amazing boost of nutrients. Pumpkin is high in fiber, an excellent source of vitamin A & C, and antioxidant rich. This smoothie is low in sugar and can be made vegan or paleo friendly!
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One time saving tip is to make 2 servings and store the second serving in a mason jar to enjoy the next day. Or if you know your mornings always seem rushed, you could make the smoothie the night before and place in the fridge so that it’s ready for you the next day. For an added nutrient boost, always add a handful of greens.
Quick thoughts on protein powder.
We know protein powder isn’t necessarily ‘real food’ however we feel that if the quality of the protein powder is up to par, then you’ll find us using it too. We look for powders that have no artificial flavors, no artificial sweeteners, non-gmo, no soy, and if it’s whey protein powder we recommend that it comes from organic, grass-fed cows.
For a little added crunch we topped the Pumpkin Pie Protein Smoothie with a sprinkle of our Pumpkin Spice Granola (#notpaleo).
Now let’s give this delicious and nutrient-dense Pumpkin Pie Protein Smoothie a try!
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Pumpkin Pie Protein Smoothie
This cool and creamy smoothie is just like pumpkin pie with whipped cream but it’s totally acceptable for breakfast because it’s packed with protein and healthy fats. For an added nutrient bonus, throw in a handful of spinach.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Total Time: 10 mins
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 medium banana, peeled and frozen
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1 ½ Tbsp. nut or seed butter of choice
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond*, coconut milk or water
- 1/2 cup canned coconut milk or full-fat yogurt –> not dairy-free
- 1/2 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ tsp. cinnamon
- 1 tsp. vanilla
- 2 scoops unflavored or vanilla protein powder of choice
- 2 tsp. maple syrup (optional-for a touch of sweetness)
- 1 cup ice
- handful of spinach (optional)
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into the container of your blender. Place the lid on top and blend until smooth.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
Notes
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Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 307
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 23 g
We hope that you love this recipe! Comment below and let us know if you give it a try.
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This smoothie looks absolutely scrumptious! I love your idea of making this ahead so you can grab and go, getting your day started off in a nutritious way. Thank you for sharing!
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Thanks, Robin!
Yes, having a few premade grab-and-go options in the morning seems to be key for getting out the door on time (especially with little ones).
Thanks for all of your great recipes! I had some sweet potato toast this morning! A question about protein powder..would a scoop or two of collagen powder in a smoothie be the equivalent of using a protein powder?
Hi Caroline,
Thank you! Glad you loved the sweet potato toast – it’s a fun way to change things up and get more veggies in your diet. As for the collagen, 2 scoops will give you 20g of protein from collagen and 70 calories – so depending on which protein powder you use it may be more or less. It’s personally what I use to add protein to my smoothies and coffee drinks.
Do you have a protein powder that is unflavored you recommend?
Hi Christina,
I personally use Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides in my smoothie because it’s unflavored and dairy-free.
This was very tasty. I actually used peanut butter powder instead of the nut butter because it blends better in cold conditions than other nut butters.
Great to hear you enjoyed this recipe 🙂
What protein powder do you recommend?
Hi Edith,
Stacie and I both use collagen peptides from either Vital Proteins or Primal Kitchen. Though they’re not a complete protein they are a good source of amino acids that are beneficial for the health of hair, skin, nails and to support immune and digestive health. Bonus: they’re flavorless!
OMG to die for!! Made it this morning – of course mine is a little green due to the spinach – but so yummy
Sooooo great to hear! Tis’ the season for all things pumpkin!
This is DELICIOUS! I just used collagen peptides for my protein. Absolutely loved the flavor of this and will be making it again soon!
So glad you enjoyed this!