Keep mornings calm and flavorful with this Pumpkin Spice Smoothie. It’s cold, creamy, and lightly sweet with the spice and depth of fall flavors blended into one easy sip.
One thing people are often surprised by is how many tries it takes to get a recipe right. I always wish I could come up with an idea, make it once, and have it work perfectly. In reality, there’s always something to adjust or tweak before the recipe is final and ready for its close-up.
I tested my pumpkin smoothie over and over. I wanted something that gave the comfort of a pumpkin spice latte but felt lighter and colder. Then I took a sip of that last batch from the blender and knew it was the one. Silk Vanilla Almondmilk turned out to be the perfect addition, adding subtle vanilla flavor and a smooth, creamy texture.
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Why We Love Spiced Pumpkin Smoothies
- Works as an easy afternoon snack that’s chilled, lightly spiced, and satisfying without feeling heavy.
- This healthy pumpkin smoothie is a good source of vitamins, fiber, and healthy fats.
- The pumpkin puree and cold coffee ingredients pair well together and make the flavor feel warm, even when the drink is served cold.
Recipe Ingredients
Pumpkin Pie Spice – A classic blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and allspice that gives the smoothie its seasonal, spiced flavor.
Canned Pumpkin Puree – Half of a 14.5-ounce can adds thick texture and naturally earthy sweetness to the smoothie. This recipe uses pure pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling, which contains added sugar and spices.
Cold Coffee – Adds a deep, slightly bitter base that balances the sweetness and spice. Use leftover brewed coffee that has been chilled in the fridge.
For a full list of ingredients and amounts, see the recipe card below.
Variations
Turn It Into a Pumpkin Pie Smoothie – Blend in frozen banana, Greek yogurt, crushed graham crackers, and unsweetened almond milk for a thicker texture and a more dessert-like flavor.
Switch Up the Milk – Use any non-dairy milk such as oat milk, soy milk, or unsweetened almond milk. For a creamier texture and subtle flavor change, canned light coconut milk works well too.
How to Make a Pumpkin Spice Smoothie
Step #1: Combine all ingredients in the bowl of a blender.
Step #2: Puree until liquefied. Serve cold.
Expert Tips
Blend on High Until Smooth – To avoid any gritty texture from the puree or spice, blend until completely smooth. A high-speed blender works best.
Freeze Pumpkin Puree in Advance – Freezing pumpkin in ice cube trays helps portion it out for smoothies and gives a thicker, colder texture without using extra ice.
FAQs
You can blend in extras like chia seeds, hemp seeds, a scoop of vanilla protein powder, flaxseed meal, rolled oats, or nut butter such as peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter. These mix-ins thicken the smoothie and help it stay satisfying longer.
Yes, you can add extra maple syrup, honey, a pitted Medjool date, or a splash of vanilla almond creamer. Frozen banana also adds natural sweetness and a creamy texture.
Storage Information
This Pumpkin Pie Smoothie is best served fresh from the blender, but if you have leftovers, store them in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The texture may thicken slightly after chilling, so give it a good shake or a quick blend before serving. If you want to freeze it, pour the smoothie into silicone molds or ice cube trays.
Once frozen, transfer the cubes to a sealed bag or container and store for up to 1 month. To enjoy later, thaw in the fridge overnight or re-blend with a splash of almond milk or cold coffee to bring back the original consistency. This is meant to be enjoyed cold.
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Pumpkin Spice Smoothie Recipe
Ingredients
- Half a 14.5-ounce can of canned pumpkin puree - frozen (I freeze mine in ice cube trays – half a can is about 6 ice cubes worth)
- 3/4 cup Silk Vanilla Almondmilk
- 1/2 cup cold coffee
- 4 teaspoons real maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in the bowl of a blender.
- Puree until liquefied. Serve cold.
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