Description
This 5-Minute Creamy Protein Pumpkin Smoothie is a deliciously cozy and nutritious drink perfect for fall or any time you crave a healthy, satisfying snack. Packed with pumpkin, banana, and protein, it’s rich in vitamins, fiber, and protein to keep you full and energized. Plus, it only takes 5 minutes to prepare!
Ingredients
1 large ripe banana (frozen for a colder, thicker smoothie)
½ cup pumpkin puree
⅓ cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt
1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1 cup milk (any kind you prefer; 2% milk used in this recipe)
1 serving vanilla protein powder (optional; if omitted, add 1–2 tablespoons maple syrup for sweetness)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt (optional, but enhances sweetness)
Ice (as needed to reach your desired consistency)
Instructions
- Blend the ingredients: Add the banana, pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, chia seeds, pumpkin pie spice, milk, protein powder (if using), vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to a blender.
- Adjust consistency: Blend on high until smooth. Add more milk or water for a thinner smoothie or more ice to make it thicker.
- Sweeten as desired: If you want a sweeter smoothie, add more banana or maple syrup and blend again.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into two glasses and enjoy immediately! You can also top it with whipped cream for extra indulgence.
Notes
- Non-Dairy Version: Use almond milk, coconut milk, or oat milk instead of regular milk to make it dairy-free.
- Vegan Version: Skip the Greek yogurt and use a plant-based yogurt or additional protein powder.
- Spicy Twist: Add a pinch of cinnamon, cloves, or ginger for a spicier flavor profile.
- Sweetener Options: If you prefer a different sweetener, you can substitute the maple syrup with honey, agave, or stevia.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
