Pumpkin Spice Smoothie: A Delicious Autumn Breakfast Option

Every autumn, pumpkin spice takes over, and while it might seem cliché, there's a reason it's beloved. The combination of flavors is incredibly tasty! Since I've been craving pumpkin spice, I'm excited to share a simple smoothie recipe that's perfect for this season. You might find it so enjoyable that you'll want to keep it as your little secret.

Just five basic ingredients are needed — I always have these on hand for quick blending.

Pumpkin purée
Frozen banana (for creaminess)
Almond milk
Dates
Pumpkin pie spice

Pumpkin purée is a clever way to sneak in some veggies at breakfast. I usually keep a few cans of organic pumpkin around; if I bake a loaf of pumpkin bread, I can use any leftover purée in this smoothie.

It all goes into my KitchenAid® Pro Line® Series Blender (I just got this for my new kitchen and I can't get enough of it!).

This smoothie is filling enough to replace breakfast, but you can boost the protein with a scoop of plant-based vanilla protein powder. For healthy fats, try using full-fat coconut milk instead of almond milk. Adding chia seeds is also a fantastic way to incorporate protein, fat, and fiber.