
Pumpkin Spice Smoothie
I’m a pumpkin fanatic. I stock up on plain canned pumpkin puree the second it hits the shelves at the end of the summer because I use it year-round in these muffins, these donuts, and in this Pumpkin Spice Smoothie. To be honest, my children think I have a “pumpkin problem.” I wonder if that’s because I get nervous if I have any less than 10 cans in the house at a time? Oh well, I suppose I could have bigger things to worry about!
Did you know?
Technically, pumpkins are a fruit!
Health Benefits of Pumpkin Spice Smoothie
I love the taste of pumpkin, but I also love the nutrition it offers, including the following:
- Beta carotene, a plant compound that protects cells, gets converted to vitamin A in the body, and supports eye and skin health.
- Potassium, a mineral that helps to keep blood pressure in check and regulate heart beat, among other functions.
- Fiber, which supports gut health and helps to stabilize blood glucose levels. You’d have to eat a entire cup of raw kale to get the fiber found in 1/2 cup of plain canned pumpkin puree, the amount used in Pumpkin Spice Smoothie.
Pumpkin isn’t the only wonderful ingredient in this smoothie. When paired with milk, this delicious drink supplies 8 grams of protein, 4 grams fiber, vitamin D, and about one-third of the calcium you need in a day, and all for under 200 calories.
Did you know?
Eating more fruits and veggies helps lower breast cancer risk
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup 1% low fat milk
- 1/2 cup plain canned pumpkin
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- pinch ground nutmeg, if desired
- 4 teaspoons instant whipped cream, if desired
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients except the whipped cream in a blender and blend until smooth on high speed until smooth, about 45 seconds to 1 minute. Top with whipped cream and enjoy immediately.
Notes
yum yum yum
I love everything pumpkin as well! This smoothie looks so pretty and I’m sure it tastes great, so I hope to try it this weekend. Love your new blog, especially the name! 🙂
Looks Delicious
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