Description
A creamy, cozy smoothie that combines pumpkin puree, peanut butter, banana, and warm spices for a fall-inspired drink that’s both indulgent and nourishing.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tbsp creamy or crunchy peanut butter
- 1 ripe banana (preferably frozen)
- 1 cup almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 tbsp honey (or maple syrup for vegan)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- Pinch of salt
- 1/2 cup ice (optional)
Instructions
- Add pumpkin puree and frozen banana to a blender.
- Scoop in peanut butter and pour in almond milk.
- Drizzle in honey or maple syrup.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon, nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
- Add ice cubes if desired for a colder, thicker smoothie.
- Blend until smooth, scraping sides as needed.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary.
- Pour into glasses and serve immediately or chill for up to 1 hour.
Notes
- Use maple syrup instead of honey for a vegan option.
- Add cocoa powder for a chocolate twist.
- Boost nutrition with chia seeds, flaxseed, or protein powder.
- Frozen banana gives the creamiest texture.
- Store leftovers in the fridge up to 24 hours in a sealed jar.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg