Since late August, I’ve been attempting to pumpkin all the things. The problem is, it’s still hot around here, so while I’ll occasionally indulge in a proper Pumpkin Spice Latte, I still needed a pumpkin fix that was more suitable to drink while wearing shorts and flip flops.
This Pumpkin Spice Smoothie isn’t like the drink at Starbucks- it features actual pumpkin and some delicious spices, not just “pumpkin pie spice”- which is delicious, but doesn’t have any nutritional value. It’s the perfect beverage to make for a mid-afternoon snack, a trip through the school pick-up lane, or on the way to work in the morning. The recipe below makes one serving.
Ingredients:
¼ C. canned pumpkin
1 tbs. sugar
1 tsp. vanilla
1 C. cold milk
¼ tsp. cinnamon
Pinch of nutmeg
Directions:
1. Combine all the ingredients in a food processor {I love this one} or blender and mix well. If you don’t have one of those, you can just put all the ingredients into a large quart jar and gave it a few good shakes- I tried it and it turned out really well!
2. Pour into a glass and serve immediately. If you would prefer it to be a bit thicker, just add a handful of ice and blend before enjoying!
What’s your favorite way to enjoy pumpkin?
{Psst- like pumpkin? Check out these ideas, too!}
Pumpkin Parmesan Pasta Sauce Recipe
Pumpkin Pecan Energy Bites Recipe
There are even more ideas on my Falling for Fall Pinterest Board!
shelly peterson says
This looks so delicious. and easy to make. Will have to make this for the kids
Marcie W. says
This sounds so yummy and I have all of the ingredients on hand now!
Joyce @ livelaughlovepost says
Yummy! I love pumpkin smoothie! I stopped by here from #WhipItUpWednesday Link Up party! Thank you for sharing this 🙂
Heather says
We love smoothies! Pumpkin too, so excited to try your recipe. Pinning! Stopping by from Six Sisters linkup to say hello.