Pumpkin Smoothie Recipe
Posted Sep 27, 2020, Updated Sep 13, 2024
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This healthy pumpkin smoothie is a nutritious way to satisfy your pumpkin spice cravings this fall. It’s like a liquid pumpkin pie in a glass but made with good-for-you ingredients like pumpkin, bananas, Greek yogurt, fall spices and maple syrup. This pumpkin pie smoothie is easy to make in 5 minutes in the blender.
If you find yourself craving all the cozy flavors of fall, but not wanting to delve into the world of lattes and pies, then I have the recipe for you – this healthy Pumpkin Smoothie!
This pumpkin pie smoothie is a nutritious way to satisfy your pumpkin spice cravings this fall. It’s like a liquid pumpkin pie in a glass but made with good-for-you ingredients like pumpkin, bananas, Greek yogurt, fall spices and maple syrup. Also try this apple smoothie, yum!
Plus, it’s easy to make in 5 minutes in the blender – and a great way to use up any leftover pumpkin puree from your fall baking endeavors. If you’re feeling extra fancy you can even serve it with homemade whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon for a fun healthy treat.
Pumpkin Smoothie: Ingredients & Substitutions
Let’s chat about the ingredients and possible substitutions in this Pumpkin Smoothie recipe.
- Milk. Choose your favorite milk variety to use in this pumpkin smoothie. Whole or 2% milk, Almond milk, coconut milk, etc.
- Vanilla Yogurt. I suggest a full-fat Icelandic or Greek vanilla yogurt, or try a dairy-free variety. If using unsweetened yogurt, you will likely need to increase the maple syrup.
- Pumpkin Puree. Use a pure, unsweetened pumpkin puree either canned or fresh/homemade. Do not use pumpkin pie filling. You can also freeze pumpkin puree in ice cube trays to use in this smoothie recipe to ensure an even thicker, creamier, colder texture.
- Maple Syrup. Honey can be used in place of maple syrup, but I love the way the maple flavor screams, “fall!”
- Vanilla extract. You can use vanilla bean seeds or vanilla bean paste if you don’t have extract.
- Pumpkin Pie Spice. Use store bought or make your own with this recipe: homemade pumpkin pie spice.
- Frozen Banana. Using a frozen banana makes a thick and creamy smoothie, I don’t recommend changing this ingredient.
- Ice. Using ice helps thicken up this pumpkin smoothie, feel free to omit if you are using frozen pumpkin and frozen bananas.
How to Make a Pumpkin Smoothie
This healthy pumpkin smoothie recipe is so easy to make, but per usual we will walk through the (two) steps together and don’t forget to watch the video!
As always, I recommend using a Vitamix Blender (check out my Vitamix buying guide) for the creamiest smoothies. When I create smoothie recipes I always list the ingredients in the order they should be added to the blending container, so please follow the recipe!
Blend
Next, secure the lid and blend the pumpkin pie smoothie for about 30-60 seconds, or until the mixture is smooth.
Serve
Pour the pumpkin pie smoothie into 2-4 glasses and serve them immediately.
Add whipped cream (optional)
If desired, and for an extra special treat, serve this pumpkin smoothie with a swirl of homemade whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.
FAQs about this Pumpkin Smoothie Recipe
Yes, I find this particular smoothie holds up well when stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. I recommend consuming it within 12 hours of making it.
Yes! you can add about 1 cup of spinach (fresh or frozen) to this pumpkin smoothie recipe. It will not change the taste of the recipe at all, but it will change the color!
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Pumpkin Smoothie Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup Milk (whole, 2%, almond milk, coconut milk, etc.)
- ½ cup vanilla yogurt (Greek yogurt or thick Icelandic yogurt)
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- 4 Tablespoons maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 banana (frozen)
- ½ cup ice
Instructions
- Place the ingredients in the order listed in the container of a Vitamix blender.
- Blend, starting on low speed and increasing to high until the mixture is smooth (about 30 -60 seconds).
- Serve immediately plain, or with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon for a special healthy treat.
Video
Notes
- 1 ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp nutmeg
- ½ tsp cloves
- ½ tsp allspice
- Milk. Choose your favorite milk variety to use in this pumpkin smoothie. Whole or 2% milk, Almond milk, coconut milk, etc.
- Vanilla Yogurt. I suggest a full-fat Icelandic or Greek vanilla yogurt, or try a dairy-free variety. If using unsweetened yogurt, you will likely need to increase the maple syrup.
- Pumpkin Puree. Use a pure, unsweetened pumpkin puree either canned or fresh/homemade. Do not use pumpkin pie filling. You can also freeze pumpkin puree in ice cube trays to use in this smoothie recipe to ensure an even thicker, creamier, colder texture.
- Maple Syrup. Honey can be used in place of maple syrup, but I love the way the maple flavor screams, “fall!”
- Vanilla extract. You can use vanilla bean seeds or vanilla bean paste if you don’t have extract.
- Pumpkin Pie Spice. Use store bought or make your own with this recipe: homemade pumpkin pie spice.
- Frozen Banana. Using a frozen banana makes a thick and creamy smoothie, I don’t recommend changing this ingredient.
- Ice. Using ice helps thicken up this pumpkin smoothie, feel free to omit if you are using frozen pumpkin and frozen bananas.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
This is absolutely delicious 😋
Thank you Melinda! I’m so glad you love it!
can i add cacao powder
Sure!
Allergy makes using banana impossible, Is there a substitute you would recomend?
I’d increase the pumpkin and sweetener to make up for the lack of a banana.
Absolutely delicious. I used the Icelandic vanilla bean yogurt because that’s what I had on hand. So, so good! I like that you also list substitutions in your recipes.
This was excellent! I used cottage cheese instead of greek yogurt, and it was so creamy. Going to freeze more bananas now to make this as an after school snack.
Delicious!! I’ll be making these all October!