Is pumpkin puree the same as pumpkin pie filling?

No, these are different products. Pumpkin puree is 100% pure pumpkin with no add-ins. Pumpkin pie filling is pumpkin puree with add-ins. It's usually just a mix of fall spices, but it can also contain other ingredients.

How to freeze bananas?

Peel the bananas. Discard the peels. As prep work for smoothies, cut bananas in quarters or slices. Arrange the pieces, leaving space in between, on a parchment paper-lined metal tray. Freeze until firm, about 2 to 3 hours. Transfer to a zip-top freezer bag. Keep the fruit frozen, up to 1 month, until needed.

How to thicken a smoothie?

Frozen fruit, like bananas, is the ideal way to thicken a smoothie. You can also use finely-ground raw oats. Process oats in a blender. Grind them into a powder before using. Other thickening options include: vanilla protein powder, fresh greens, or chia seeds.

Can I add ice to a pumpkin pie smoothie?

Yes, you can. However, the use of ice will create a thinner smoothie. During blending it may warm into water. So here's how to prevent that: Start by crushing ice in the blender. Remove the ice to a cup. Blend the rest of the ingredients, then add crushed ice last in a final brief blend.

How to load a blender jar?

To produce the best most even blend, it's important to layer the ingredients correctly. Start by adding liquids to the blender jar. Then add soft, high-moisture ingredients and spices. The last ingredients added should be the hardest ones, like frozen fruit and ice.

How to fix a pumpkin spice smoothie that's blah?

Add more pumpkin pie spice along with a splash of vanilla extract. You can also try applesauce, or a bit of apple juice or apple cider. Just include more frozen fruit to maintain thickness. You can also add more maple syrup, or a few pinches of brown sugar or granulated sugar.

Enhance the flavor with vanilla extract. It'll make the mixture taste more like a milkshake. You can also add peanut butter or Biscoff cookie butter to the mix. More variations: fresh greens (without stems) like baby kale or baby spinach. To further sweeten the smoothie try dates.

What to do with leftover pumpkin smoothie?

Make homemade fruit roll-ups! Preheat oven to 170°F (or the lowest setting). Line a metal tray with parchment paper. Pour smoothie mixture onto the tray. Lightly tilt the tray back and forth, up and down, to evenly distribute the liquid. Bake 5 hours or until firm and dried. Slice the fruit leather into strips. Enjoy as healthy snacks.

Pumpkin Pie Smoothie | Healthy 5-Minute Recipe

Description

Nothing beats the wholesome goodness of a freshly-blended pumpkin pie smoothie. Brimming with delicious seasonal flavors, this is a no-guilt beverage perfect for sipping with a smile.

Ingredients

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2/3 cup canned pumpkin puree
3 frozen bananas, sliced
1 cup almond milk (or your favorite milk)
2 tablespoons pure maple syrup, or more if desired
3/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (plus more for garnishing)
OPTIONAL: Whipped topping

FOR A MILKSHAKE TASTE: If you love the flavor of vanilla extract, try adding a splash! It will enhance the fall flavors and make the mixture taste more like a milkshake.

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Instructions

RECIPE PREP: Chill 2 tall drinking glasses in the freezer for 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours) before blending the beverages. It’s a treat to enjoy smoothies in cool frosty glasses! It also helps keep the mixture from liquifying quickly.

Measure out the ingredients. Add almond milk to the blender. Then add maple syrup and pumpkin puree, followed by pumpkin pie spice and frozen bananas.
Blend until the mixture reaches a thick smooth consistency, about 30 to 45 seconds. If you have one, use the tamper tool (with the blender lid on) to remove any pockets of air. This will aid the blades of the blender with mixing so the consistency will be beautifully smooth. If the mixture is too thick, thin it out by adding more milk.
Divide pumpkin pie smoothie between 2 tall frosty glasses. Add straws. Serve and enjoy straight away!

Equipment

Wolf Gourmet Blender

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Notes

Do the bananas need to be frozen? It’s highly recommended. Frozen bananas give smoothies a thick, creamy, milkshake-like texture. It eliminates the need to add ice. But in a pinch, you can use fresh non-frozen bananas for a quick healthy smoothie, adding a little crushed ice at the end.

How to fix a smoothie that’s blah? Add more pumpkin pie spice along with a splash of vanilla extract. You can also try applesauce, or a bit of apple juice. Just include more frozen fruit to maintain thickness. You can also add more maple syrup, or a few pinches of brown sugar or granulated sugar.

Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Category: Drinks
Method: Blending
Cuisine: American