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Pumpkin Pie Protein Smoothie - Cozy Flavor, Simple Nutrition

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup pure pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
  • 1 small frozen banana (sliced before freezing)
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
  • 1/2 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
  • 1–2 teaspoons pure maple syrup or honey, to taste (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or 1/2 tsp cinnamon + 1/4 tsp ginger + 1/8 tsp nutmeg + pinch of cloves)
  • Pinch of fine sea salt
  • 4–6 ice cubes, as needed
  • Optional toppings: a sprinkle of cinnamon, a dollop of whipped cream or coconut whip, crushed graham crackers, or chopped pecans

Method
 

  1. Start with liquid: Add the almond milk to your blender first so the blades catch smoothly. Liquids on the bottom make blending faster and smoother.
  2. Add the good stuff: Spoon in the pumpkin puree and Greek yogurt. These create that creamy, pie-like base.
  3. Boost the protein: Add your vanilla protein powder. If yours is very sweet, you may not need maple syrup at all.
  4. Flavor it up: Add the vanilla extract, pumpkin pie spice, and a small pinch of salt. Salt brightens flavors and balances sweetness.
  5. Sweeten as needed: Add maple syrup or honey if you prefer a sweeter smoothie. Start with a teaspoon and adjust later.
  6. Thicken and chill: Add the frozen banana and a handful of ice cubes. Frozen fruit helps create that milkshake texture.
  7. Blend until silky: Blend on high for 30–45 seconds, or until completely smooth. If it’s too thick, splash in more milk. If it’s too thin, add a couple more ice cubes or a bit more pumpkin.
  8. Taste and tweak: Adjust sweetness or spice to your liking. A little extra cinnamon goes a long way.
  9. Serve and top: Pour into a chilled glass. Add a dusting of cinnamon, a dollop of whipped cream, or crushed graham crackers for a fun, pie-like finish.