Description
Creamy pumpkin protein smoothie blends autumn’s warmth with nutritious muscle-building power. Seasonal spices and rich protein create a delightful breakfast or post-workout treat you’ll crave all season long.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 banana
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
Spices and Seeds:
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
Sweetener and Optional Ingredient:
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
- Ice cubes (optional, for a thicker smoothie)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and place them near a high-powered blender to streamline the preparation process.
- Pour almond milk into the blender as the liquid base for creating a smooth, creamy texture.
- Add pumpkin puree to establish the signature autumn-inspired flavor profile and rich orange color.
- Incorporate ripe banana to enhance natural sweetness and provide additional creaminess to the smoothie.
- Measure and sprinkle vanilla protein powder to boost nutritional content and create a satisfying drink.
- Sprinkle chia seeds for added fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, and a subtle nutty undertone.
- Dust ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger into the mixture to develop warm, complex spice notes.
- Drizzle maple syrup to elevate the natural sweetness and complement the seasonal spice blend.
- Drop a handful of ice cubes to achieve a refreshingly chilled consistency and thicken the smoothie.
- Secure the blender lid and pulse ingredients initially to break down larger chunks.
- Blend on high speed for 60-90 seconds until the mixture transforms into a silky, uniform beverage.
- Pour the vibrant smoothie into a tall glass, allowing the rich colors and aromas to entice your senses.
- Serve immediately to preserve the optimal temperature and nutritional integrity of the smoothie.
Notes
- Swap almond milk with any plant-based or dairy milk to customize the smoothie’s flavor and nutritional profile.
- Enhance protein content by adding a scoop of additional protein powder or Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.
- Create a lower-sugar version by using sugar-free maple syrup or stevia instead of traditional maple syrup.
- Boost nutritional density by sprinkling extra chia seeds, hemp seeds, or pumpkin seeds on top for added crunch and omega-3 fatty acids.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg