This dairy-free pumpkin pie smoothie is a cozy, nutritious option for breakfast or dessert. It’s an easy way to use leftover canned pumpkin puree and is naturally vegan and gluten free.
If you often have leftover pumpkin puree, this smoothie is a quick, satisfying solution. It blends pumpkin puree with warm spices and creamy plant-based ingredients for a flavor very much like pumpkin pie—without any dairy, yogurt, or refined sugar.
This smoothie is thick, smooth, and slightly sweet from banana and maple syrup, making it a filling choice to start the day or a healthy treat any time.
Ingredients
- 2 medium frozen bananas
- ½ cup ice
- ¾ cup pumpkin puree
- 2 tablespoons almond butter or sun butter
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 cup almond milk (more as needed)
Instructions
Add the frozen bananas, ice, pumpkin puree, almond or sun butter, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, ginger, and almond milk to a blender. Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
Tip: If the smoothie is too thick, add almond milk one tablespoon at a time until you reach the desired consistency.
Supplies
A high-speed blender works best for a silky texture. You may also want a freezer-safe container if you plan to prep the frozen fruit and pumpkin ahead of time.
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Dairy Free Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan
Description
This dairy-free pumpkin pie smoothie is an easy, healthy recipe that captures the flavors of pumpkin pie without dairy or refined sugar. It’s naturally vegan and gluten free, and comes together in minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 medium frozen bananas
- ½ cup ice
- ¾ cup pumpkin puree
- 2 Tbsp almond butter or sun butter
- 1 Tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- 1 cup almond milk
Instructions
Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Adjust sweetness or thickness with maple syrup or almond milk as needed.
Hint: Add almond milk a tablespoon at a time if the smoothie is too thick.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Smoothie, Drinks
- Method: Blender
- Cuisine: Gluten Free
Storage
This smoothie is best enjoyed fresh. For faster prep later, combine the bananas, ice, pumpkin, and nut butter in a freezer-safe container so you can blend quickly with the remaining ingredients when ready.
FAQ
Pumpkin is a good source of fiber and contains potassium, iron, and beta-carotene, making it a nutritious addition to seasonal recipes.
Pumpkin puree is plain cooked pumpkin, while pumpkin pie filling typically includes added spices and sweeteners intended for baking pies.
