Fall is often the time for pumpkin recipes, but the main drawback is that many of them are a little too fattening. However, if you make pumpkin-based smoothies, you have a delicious breakfast or treat with the pumpkin flavor you crave, and not all the added calories. Here are three pumpkin smoothie recipes to try.
Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
If you like the taste of pumpkin pie, but are looking for a healthier way to enjoy it, why not give a pumpkin pie smoothie a try? This is really easy to make with many of the same ingredients that would go in a pie, except for a few variations. You can really use any ingredients you want, as long as you are adding some canned pumpkin and pumpkin spice to your smoothie.
If you like more of a milky smoothie, go for regular milk or vanilla almond milk as an additive. If you like a thicker smoothie, add some peanut butter and granola to the blender. You can also add a frozen banana in lieu of ice for a creamier texture. When you are done blending, just top it with some cinnamon.
Chocolate Pumpkin Smoothie
Another way to enjoy a pumpkin smoothie is by having it with chocolate. This is the perfect dessert smoothie or to enjoy on days when you just want something a little sweeter. Combine with canned pumpkin or your own pumpkin puree with milk, yogurt, ice, and cocoa powder.
You can make it even richer with a handful of chocolate chips as well. Blend well and top it with some low-fat whipped cream.
Pumpkin and Apple Smoothie
Pumpkin can also be combined with other fall fruits and veggies for a seasonal smoothie to enjoy for breakfast, such as apple. Pumpkin and apple combined makes you think you are drinking fall each time you have this smoothie. Like other pumpkin smoothies, you want to start with a base of pumpkin puree.
You can then add some cubed apples, preferably roasted, and ground cinnamon. Add either milk or yogurt, along with ice and rolled oats. Blend it together, adding more seasonings if you like.
