Raise your hand if you had pumpkin pie at Thanksgiving! I sure did. Anything pumpkin is my favorite. Of all holiday foods, I look forward to pumpkin pie the most. I even enjoy the leftovers at breakfast! I am not really sure what it is about pumpkin pie that I love so much – the creamy texture, the subtle sweetness, the bright orange color, or all of the above. That is why I also love this vegan Pumpkin Pie Protein Smoothie recipe. It has the same pumpkin pie flavor but with a few ingredients replaced with healthy, real food alternatives. It is, simply, pumpkin pie in a glass and it is magical.
Pumpkin is exceptionally high in the vital mineral magnesium. This vegan pumpkin pie smoothie also consists of full-fat coconut milk, which is loaded with healthy fats called medium-chain triglycerides. These uniquely composed fats aid in balancing cholesterol, regulating metabolism, reducing hunger, and more. (1) The other important ingredient in this pumpkin smoothie recipe is collagen protein powder. Collagen also has many benefits including helping with digestion and the health of hair, skin, and nails. (2) This vegan pumpkin pie smoothie is also loaded with nutrient-dense natural sugars including dates, date sugar, a ripe banana, and a variety of spices to enhance the flavors even more!
This pumpkin pie protein smoothie is incredibly simple and easy to make. I love to make double and save a glass for later. Really, there are so many great ways to use this pumpkin pie protein smoothie recipe—from a hearty breakfast to a tasty, nutrient-packed dessert and in-between. This pumpkin pie protein smoothie also comes in handy as an on-the-go snack and can easily be poured into your favorite glass water bottle to be enjoyed throughout the day. I hope you love it as much as I do!
Pumpkin Pie Protein Smoothie Recipe
Ingredients:
8 ounces of Pumpkin Puree
1 ripe Banana
2 tablespoons Coconut Oil
12 ounces full-fat Coconut Milk
2 scoops of Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides
6 pitted Dates
½ teaspoon Vanilla Extract
½ teaspoon Cinnamon
½ teaspoon Ginger
¼ teaspoon Nutmeg
¼ teaspoon Cloves
¼ teaspoon Salt
1 cup of ice
Directions:
Put all ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. Pour to your liking, sit back, and let your taste buds speak for themselves!
