Servings: 1 | Time: 5 minutes | Dairy-free, gluten-free, high-protein

Celebrate the fall season with this creamy pumpkin smoothie with warming cinnamon & crunchy granola. An easy, high-protein smoothie with delicious flavor, I am loving this topped with pumpkin spice granola.

Appliances & Utensils

• Measuring spoons & cups

• Blender

Ingredients

For the base:
1/2 cup water
1 banana, peeled and frozen
½ cup zucchini, chopped and frozen
2 tablespoons pumpkin puree, unsweetened
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
1 tablespoon almond butter
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
¼ teaspoon cinnamon

For the toppings:
¼ cup pumpkin spice granola

Instructions

1. Prepare the base: In a blender, add 1/2 cup water, 1 frozen banana, ½ cup frozen zucchini, and 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree. Pulse until combined.

2. Add the powders: To the blended base, add in 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, 1 tablespoon almond butter, 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice and ¼ teaspoon cinnamon. Pulse until combined.

3. Serve: Pour into a cup and top with pumpkin spice granola or swap out for anything that you would like. Enjoy!

   
   

FAQs

Do I have to use frozen zucchini?
Nope! Frozen zucchini helps add creaminess without extra sugar, but you can swap it for frozen cauliflower, extra banana, or just skip it altogether.

Can I make this without protein powder?
Yes! The smoothie will be slightly less filling, but you can add a dairy-free Greek yogurt, hemp seeds, or extra nut butter for protein.

What if I don’t have pumpkin pie spice?
You can make your own pumpkin pie spice by mixing cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.

Can I use a fresh banana instead of frozen?
You can use fresh banana, but the texture will be less thick and creamy. If using a fresh banana, reduce the water slightly or toss in a few ice cubes to thicken the smoothie.

What other toppings can I use instead of granola?
Chopped nuts, cacao nibs, coconut flakes, or a drizzle of almond butter are all delicious topping options.

Is this smoothie good for meal prep?
It’s best enjoyed fresh, but you can freeze the ingredients (minus the liquid) in a freezer bag. In the morning, just dump everything into the blender with water and blend.

Can I make this nut-free?
Yes! Swap almond butter for sunflower seed butter and choose a nut-free granola.

Is this smoothie sweet enough?
The frozen banana adds natural sweetness. If you prefer it sweeter, add a splash of maple syrup, honey, or a Medjool date.

Can I double or triple the recipe?
Absolutely! Just scale up the ingredients and blend. It makes a great option for sharing or prepping multiple servings at once.

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Best,

Grace

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