This pumpkin seed smoothie is super creamy and delicious. It's the perfect fall smoothie with pumpkin pie spice and pumpkin puree!
I've been making smoothies for over 10 years; I like it when they are creamy and thick and this checks both those boxes!
Why you'll love this smoothie:
- This pumpkin spice, pumpkin seed smoothie is super simple to make!
- It tastes like pumpkin pie ice cream!
- This smoothie supports women's healthy hormones with healthy fats and fibre.
- Pumpkin seeds a power house of nutrition! Next make these pumpkin seed cookies!
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Ingredients
Here are the simple ingredients you will need to make this smoothie.
- Pumpkin seeds: Pumpkin seeds are a great source of protein and zinc. Look for good quality, unsalted, raw pumpkin seeds for the best nutritional benefits.
- Pumpkin puree: I use canned pumpkin puree, however, a freshly baked chunk of pumpkin or sweet potato would also work!
- Pumpkin pie spice: This is a mixture of warm spices (what is used in a PSL). If you don't have any, you can easily make some with five spices OR use cinnamon instead!
- Frozen banana: Bananas make this smoothie creamy and thick. Using a fresh banana can work, however, it will not be a thick smoothie, I recommend adding 4-5 ice cube to make it cold.
- Milk: Only a little milk is needed for this smoothie. You can use whatever milk you like to use (cow milk, soy milk, oat milk, coconut milk, cashew milk). I like to use unsweetened almond milk.
- Maca: This is a root vegetable that looks like a turnip and grows in South America. It can be found as a powder in health food stores in North America. Classified as an adaptogen, maca helps the body adapt to stress and restore balance. It is well known for supporting women hormones.
See recipe card for quantities.
Danika's nutrition insight: Pumpkin seeds
Pumpkin seeds are high in protein (3 grams per 2 tablespoons), rich in omega-3s, and magnesium. They contain lignans which support hormone balance, reduce inflammation and encourage healthy estrogen levels during the first half of the female cycle.
I love making recipes to fit into my female cycle. This smoothie is perfect to have during the menstrual or follicular phase to support the female hormones. If you like seed cycling, next try my pumpkin seed granola bars.
Step-by-step photos
Step 1: Place the pumpkin seeds, pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, milk, and maca powder if using into the blender container.
Step 2: Break the frozen bananas into pieces and add them to the blender.
Step 3: Start the blender on low and increase to high speed. Blend for 30 seconds to 1 minute until everything is creamy and fully blended.
Step 4: Taste the smoothie, then add maple syrup if desired. Pour into two glasses or one large glass. Enjoy.
Recommended for smoothies
For a thick smoothie, a good blender is key! I use my Vitamix blender daily and think it is the number one purchase for making healthy food in the kitchen!
Other easy recipes you may like
For another pumpkin seed recipe try this clumpy granola with almonds!
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Pumpkin Seed Smoothie
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
- ¼ cup pumpkin puree or cooked sweet potato
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice here's my recipe to make your own
- 1 cup any kind of milk
- 1 tablespoon maca powder optional
- 4 frozen bananas
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup optional
Instructions
- Place the pumpkin pie spice, the pumpkin puree, the pumpkin seeds, milk, and maca (if using) into the bender. Break the frozen bananas into pieces and place them in the blender too.
- Start the blender on low and turn to high speed for 30 seconds to 1 minute until it’s thick and there are no banana chunks. Taste and add maple syrup if desired. Pour into glasses and enjoy.
Notes
Nutrition
Danika Vanderpyl, C.H.N
I create snack recipes with healthy ingredients that are mostly already in your kitchen. Let's make snacktime nutrient-dense, and well, easy.
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