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Wednesday, March 27, 2013

Pumpkin Smoothie Recipe...

I know...pumpkin in March? I was talking with friends about what our favorite dessert is and I immediately said pumpkin pie. I would eat it every day if I could. However, that's not the best idea for my waistline and it would spoil how special pumpkin pie is at the holidays.

Here's the solution...a Pumpkin Smoothie.

pumpkin smoothie recipe

I've seen so many recipes for this on Pinterest, so I just had to make one. I'm really trying to eat healthier and this will definitely satisfy the need for a yummy treat, but in a "better for me" way.

You can research more recipes and different ingredients, but these are the things I had around the house. Add your favorite things to your smoothie.

My measurements are also more of a "let's just use one measuring cup to keep the mess down"

pumpkin smoothie recipe

Pumpkin Smoothie Recipe


1 cup light vanilla soy milk
1/2 cup light or fat free french vanilla yogurt
1/2 cup canned pumpkin
 a capful of vanilla extract
one splenda packet (if needed for sweetness)
sprinkle of cinnamon, nutmeg or pumpkin pie spice to blend in the drink and to sprinkle on top

Blend all ingredients together and add a dash of nutmeg on top.

Enjoy!!


I took a picture of the can of pumpkin just to show you how good pumpkin is for you. Here is a link to an article I found on canned pumpkin vs fresh and how both are great for you!

pumpkin smoothie recipe


pumpkin smoothie recipe

About the spices I used...the first time I made this I used a dash of cinnamon and a dash of nutmeg.

pumpkin smoothie recipe

Then I tried just a dash of pumpkin pie spice. Both are great though!

pumpkin smoothie recipe

This little grater is for fresh nutmeg. I bought this years ago, because it was just too cute. Really, how often do I use fresh nutmeg? Not very often...until now!!

pumpkin smoothie recipe

The grater has a little compartment on top for the whole nutmeg. I finally use this all the time now!!

pumpkin smoothie recipe

Enjoy!!

pumpkin smoothie recipe


Hope you can make one too.

Have a great day,
~Karen~

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14 comments:

  1. I love pumpkin flavored treats and drinks. Have you ever had Silk's Pumpkin Spice? They carry it around the holidays. It tastes like pumpkin egg nog!

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  2. Sounds yummy!! I could eat Pumpkin year round, too. What is also good is putting it in pancake mix and making pumpkin pancakes, topped with syrup or chocolate icing for a real treat!!

    I thought I was the only person who bought things just because they were "cute"....I'm glad to know there is someone else who does the same thing. LOL!

    Marti
    http://sew-licious.blogspot.com

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  3. I too am a pumpkin fanatic! Every year, during the first week of September, I start making pumpkin bread. Earlier and earlier every year, I start making pumpkin pies. They are a favorite in this household! I will have to try this smoothie! I love eggnog as well...got any low cal, healthier version recipes for eggnog fans?
    Linda
    Sewwhat

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  4. I have the same stuff in my cabinet, all except fresh nutmeg. One thing do you mix this with ice in the blender?

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  5. Sounds Yummy! I'm going to have to give it a try.

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  6. I am running to the store now! I love pumpkin and I was hate when Starbucks quits making their pumpkin spice...who said it was seasonal...

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  7. Pumpkin pie is my favorite dessert, too. I bought extra cans when it was on sale right before Thanksgiving. I was thinking about baking a pie for Easter.

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  8. Now I have to go back to the grocery store. I have tons of the pumpkin but now I need the french vanilla yogurt. Darn you! LOL. I love the pumpkin coffees around the fall holidays.

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  9. In Aus we use pumpkin as a vegetable and there is nothing nicer than roast pumpkin with roast carrot and potatoes to make any joint of meat taste extra special

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  10. opps as a savoury vegetable sorry

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  11. Wow,I already love your site, but this just takes it over the top.

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  12. Yummy! This sounds delicious Karen. I could eat pumpkin things all year round too.

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  13. I "DO" pumpkin any time of year, any time of day - ANYTIME! I even still call the grown kids "Punkin". Yes, I LOVE pumpkins too!!! Thank you so much, Karen. Guess what I'll be making myself this weekend!!!!

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  14. I saw a recipe the other day somewhere and thought it sounded good. Now that you have reccomended it I will give it a try! Sounds so yummy.
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