Pumpkin Smoothie
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This month’s Recipe Redux is all about “spooky spices.” We all have spices in our cabinets that we’re not quite sure how to use, so they just sit there. The great thing about spices is that they can add flavor without adding unnecessary sugar, so it’s a good idea to get comfortable using them.
For me, ginger used to be a spooky spice. I avoided it because it has such a strong flavor. I like ginger, but it can be overpowering. So it just sat there in my cabinet.
As I’ve gotten more comfortable experimenting in the kitchen over the years, I’ve embraced my bottle of ground ginger. A little bit goes a long way, so I always start with just a pinch. This pumpkin smoothie recipe illustrates how I add strong seasonings like ginger without going overboard. Try this delicious recipe for a fun fall drink.
Recommended Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk dairy or non-dairy
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 medium ripe banana
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbs pure maple syrup or to taste
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- pinch of ground ginger to taste
- pinch of nutmeg to taste
Instructions
- Place the milk, pumpkin puree, banana, vanilla extract, and maple syrup in a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Taste the smoothie to see what it’s like without the seasonings. Then add the cinnamon, plus a pinch of ground ginger and nutmeg. Taste again and add a little more seasoning as needed. If you add too much, put in a little more pumpkin puree and milk until it tastes just right.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate.
Approximate Nutrition Info
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Pumpkin Smoothie Price Breakdown
This recipe costs $1.84 to make, or $.46 per one-cup serving. Try this pumpkin smoothie for a healthy snack that highlights the spices of fall.
I’m defrosting my pumpkin now so I can make this for a late breakfast. Can’t wait to try it.
I hope you liked it, Karen. It’s always nice to have pumpkin in the freezer for recipes like this!
Oh, fun! I made something very similar for my daughter the other day. She really liked it.
This smoothie screams fall! Yes please!
THIS sounds utterly magical!!!! Must suck it down!! ha ha.
Hey Annemarie! I love what you did this month by making the Recipe ReDux theme fit in with the season as well! You are really making me miss having a blender right now…
I avoided ginger for the longest time too. It can be really overpowering really fast, but just adding a tiny bit can give a recipe just enough umph 🙂
Thanks! Sorry you’re missing your blender. Maybe you can find a second-hand one to use during your travels.