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Pumpkin Pie Green Smoothie

A tall glass of our gluten-free vegan Green Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

‘Tis the season for pumpkin everything.

Yes, even though October is over I’m still going strong with my pumpkin addiction and will be for a while. (Don’t even get me started on pumpkin butter – oy).

I partly blame this pumpkin pie green smoothie. Can’t stop, won’t stop.

Wood plank with spinach, pumpkin pie spice, coconut milk, almond milk vegan vanilla protein powder, pumpkin puree, banana, and greens powder

This smoothie comes together in 5 minutes, using 1 blender, and requires just 6 ingredients.

And guess what? It tastes like pumpkin pie! You know, without all the crust and coconut whipped cream. But still…

The ingredients are SO simple you likely have them in your pantry right now. Pumpkin purée is blended with frozen, ripe banana, almond + coconut milk, pumpkin pie spice and spinach!

Two things are optional: A greens powder and protein powder (listed below).

Seeing as I’ve just posted a Vegan Protein Powder Review, I suggest two of my favorites for this smoothie. However, protein is optional! The addition just makes it more of a meal than a snack.

Blender containing our gluten-free vegan Green Pumpkin Pie Smoothie recipe

I think you guys are going to LOVE this smoothie! It’s:

Creamy
Cold
Pumpkiny
Perfectly sweet
Healthy
Refreshing
& Insanely delicious

I couldn’t believe how delicious this smoothie was at first sip. It makes the perfect fall breakfast, post-workout recovery, or afternoon snack. If you aren’t into pumpkin, try it with Cinnamon-Sugar Apples, Matcha, or Mango instead!

Measuring glass with 12 ounces of our Pumpkin Pie Green Smoothie

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Measuring glass filled with Pumpkin Pie Green Smoothie and a straw alongside ingredients used to make it

4.2 from 16 reviews
Pumpkin Pie Green Smoothie
 
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Prep time
5 mins
Total time
5 mins
 
Creamy, pumpkiny green smoothie made with just 6 simple ingredients in 5 minutes. The perfect fall breakfast or snack.
Author: Minimalist Baker
Recipe type: Breakfast, Beverage
Cuisine: Vegan, Gluten-Free
Serves: 1
Ingredients
  • 1 small frozen ripe banana
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) pumpkin purée (not pumpkin pie mix)
  • 1 1/4 cup (~80 g) organic spinach (best if frozen*)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) light coconut milk
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) plain unsweetened almond milk (more to thin)
  • 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice*
  • optional: 1 tsp green powder*
  • optional: 2 Tbsp (14 g) plain or vanilla protein powder*
Instructions
  1. Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until creamy and smooth, scraping down sides as needed. If too thick, add more almond or coconut milk.
  2. Taste and adjust flavor as needed. For more pumpkin flavor, add more pumpkin pie spice. For more sweetness, add more banana, or a bit more vanilla protein powder - optional (or a bit of maple syrup, agave or stevia extract).
  3. Serve immediately. Best when fresh, though will keep in the refrigerator well covered up to 2 days.
Notes
*I buy bagged organic spinach and throw it right in the freezer! This way it keeps for weeks and keeps your smoothie cold and creamy. However, fresh spinach will work fine, too. You may just want to add 1-2 ice cubes to cool it down.
*DIY Pumpkin Pie Spice.
*My favorite Green Powder is by the brand Amazing Grass, which you can find full size + sample packs of at Whole Foods, or order it online.
*My two favorite vanilla protein powders at the moment are Bob’s Red Mill Vanilla Protein with Chia Seed + Probiotics (used in this smoothie), and Garden of Life Raw Organic Protein Powder in Vanilla Bean.
*Nutrition information is a rough estimate for 1 smoothie calculated without protein powder or greens powder.
Nutrition Information
Serving size: 1 smoothie Calories: 188 Fat: 5 g Saturated fat: 3.2 g Carbohydrates: 36.9 g Sugar: 16.4g Sodium: 142 mg Fiber: 6.6 g Protein: 5.2 g
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54 Comments 15 minutes or less, 7 ingredients or less, Beverage, Breakfast, Dairy-Free, Fall, Gluten Free, Grain-Free, No Bake, Oil-Free, One Bowl, Recipes, Refined Sugar-Free, Smoothie, Snacks, Soy-Free, Vegan

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  1. Rhian @ Rhian's Recipes says

    November 6, 2016 at 6:16 am

    Sounds amazing, what a great idea! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  2. bellavigg says

    November 6, 2016 at 10:01 am

    This is actually such a great idea, thanks for posting!

    Reply
  3. Stacy says

    November 6, 2016 at 10:16 am

    I also make such smoothies)) Also like to add a green apple) Delecious!
    xo

    Reply
  4. Sara @ Last Night's Feast says

    November 6, 2016 at 10:17 am

    Gorgeous color and photos!

    Reply
  5. carolina says

    November 6, 2016 at 12:45 pm

    hello how do you make the pumpkin puree? Is it cooked or just raw?

    Reply
    • Kele | A Rooted Kitchen says

      November 6, 2016 at 3:26 pm

      Dana can correct me if I’m wrong, but I’m betting it’s canned pumpkin. There are lots of them on the market, but I like this organic brand: https://www.amazon.com/Farmers-Market-Foods-Organic-Pumpkin/dp/B000VK5VQW/

      You just want to make sure that it’s pumpkin puree and not pumpkin pie filling, which will be sweetened and have extra spices added.

      Reply
      • susan says

        December 12, 2016 at 3:59 pm

        I cleaned the seeds and strings from a pumpkin. I roasted it in halves face down in the oven. Then I scooped it out and froze it. Wonderful to use in recipes

        Reply
    • Dana @ Minimalist Baker says

      November 7, 2016 at 11:31 am

      puree!

      Reply
  6. Stasja says

    November 6, 2016 at 3:35 pm

    Can’t wait to try this! :)

    Reply
  7. Michelle says

    November 6, 2016 at 4:03 pm

    Have you ever tried pumpkin seed butter? It’s GREEN and rlly yummy.

    Reply
  8. nursermk says

    November 6, 2016 at 6:38 pm

    Hi, well I had the ingredients so gave it a try and Yikes! This was a big miss for me, so sorry… I even tried adding the vanilla powder and then tried the green powder but not able to get past this flavor combo. I am sure it is super healthy and hope others enjoy it and have better luck?! I may try deleting the spinach and adding apple if I dare again…

    Reply
    • Dana @ Minimalist Baker says

      November 7, 2016 at 11:30 am

      Hi there! Not sure why it didn’t work out! Love this flavor combo.

      Reply
      • nursermk says

        November 7, 2016 at 1:34 pm

        Perhaps I was expecting a different taste profile… I appreciate many other recipes you’ve given me so no harm in this rare mis-step. Thank you for the chance to make something new; I’ll never stop trying and learning!

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    • donatella says

      November 12, 2016 at 4:41 pm

      Yes, I agree, a big miss. I’m thinking more pumpkin and less spinach MIGHT improve this recipe.
      Love everything else I’ve made from the Minimalist.

      Reply
      • nursermk says

        November 12, 2016 at 5:17 pm

        Yes, someone else said maybe a fruit ( chopped apple, pear or orange juice) instead of the spinach? Reminds me of the Sesame Street song “One of these things is not like the other, one of these things just doesn’t belong…” and spinach is an odd inclusion. You are right though, this site has provided me with so many awesome recipes, the law of averages allows a miss!

        Reply
  9. GiGi says

    November 6, 2016 at 8:56 pm

    YES PLEASE !! I would totally down this as everyone else is down their pumpkin pie slices!

    Reply
  10. Aleksandra says

    November 7, 2016 at 5:01 am

    Pumpkin everything is my favourite season :)

    Reply
  11. Stu says

    November 7, 2016 at 6:07 am

    LOVE this pumpkin pie smoothie recipe and have used it before, THANKS for reminding me how good it is! Canned pumpkin puree is equally tasty, and nutritious per my Registered Dietitian wife, and I use it to keep my prep time under your designated 5 minutes. I threw a few frozen mango chunks in last time which made it even creamier without masking or dominating the pumpkin flavor.

    Reply
  12. Krzysiek says

    November 7, 2016 at 9:26 am

    Hmmm, look great. Im running and I will taste this 100%

    Reply
  13. Genia says

    November 7, 2016 at 10:02 am

    I made it exactly as written with the protein powder and greens Powder. Delicious!

    Reply
  14. Brandi says

    November 7, 2016 at 10:58 am

    Made the pumpkin bread this weekend and used the leftover over pumpkin purée and pumpkin pie spice for the shake this morning. Used Juiceplus Complete Vanilla Powder with Organic Burst wheatgrass powder and kale instead of spinach and it turned out great :)

    Reply
  15. Paleo Shop says

    November 8, 2016 at 2:02 am

    best breakfast option…glutenfree…delicious.
    Easily made within 5 mins.

    Reply
  16. Judy Lever says

    November 8, 2016 at 2:31 pm

    Made Pumpkin Pie Smoothie – only had to hand frozen minced spinach, and no mace. Used more liquid and it was more than adequate for two portions – absolutely delicious, very different. Thank you so much. Will try mango next!

    Reply
  17. Faith says

    November 8, 2016 at 2:31 pm

    This looks amazing! When it comes to pumpkin drinks, I often think of hot. I would have never thought about a smoothie! I can’t wait to try this one out. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
  18. Quin @ Butter Be Ready says

    November 8, 2016 at 8:17 pm

    I’m loving this pumpkin pie green smoothie, Dana! The recipe looks simple and easy; gorgeous photos as always :)

    Reply
  19. Laura says

    November 9, 2016 at 7:43 am

    Drinking away my sorrows with this smoothie. It is amazing! So creamy and well balanced with the flavors.

    Reply
  20. Anju says

    November 9, 2016 at 8:12 am

    I think you are a genius but sadly this recipe for me was horrible. I love pumpkin pie but not this :(

    Reply
    • donatella says

      November 12, 2016 at 4:38 pm

      I couldn’t agree with you more!

      Reply
  21. Maria Mansfield says

    November 9, 2016 at 4:44 pm

    I love smoothies but recently learned that I need to avoid bananas. What is a good substitute for bananas? And don’t say dates, they don’t work well in a blender.

    Reply
  22. Carolyn says

    November 11, 2016 at 12:24 pm

    Great recipe. My toddler soon and I have been drinking this this smoothie for breakfast. I prefer thicker smoothies, so I swapped 1/4 cup Greek yogurt for the coconut milk and added 1/4 cup oats and a tablespoon your fantastic pumpkin butter for a little extra sweetness :) thank you!

    Reply
  23. sarah says

    November 11, 2016 at 12:28 pm

    This is actually such a great idea

    Reply
  24. Hailey says

    November 11, 2016 at 3:51 pm

    I just whipped this up in a few minutes using variations on ingredients and the amounts and it turned out great! I didn’t have spinach and was worried the kale I had would be too bitter but I used a small amount and it was fine. Here’s what I used: kale, frozen banana, almond milk, vanilla extract, maple syrup, pumpkin puree, and double the pumpkin pie spice. Yum!

    Reply
  25. Amanda says

    November 13, 2016 at 7:47 am

    Loved this, I used more almond milk instead of coconut milk, and hemp seeds instead of protein powder. Didn’t try the green powder. For those who didn’t like it, just change up the measurements to your liking. I don’t like super sweet smoothies, but you can always add more fruit or other sweeteners if thats what you want. The pumpkin makes this smoothie a lot more satisfying than a basic green smoothie, great idea

    Reply
  26. Beck says

    November 13, 2016 at 8:16 am

    This is amazing- so yummy! Banana spinach smoothie is already my favorite- & I love all things pumpkin- so you can imagine how excited I am about this! Tastes like I’m drinking pumpkin pie! The kids loved it as well- once they got past the glowing green color :)
    I added wheatgrass and maca powders.
    Thank you thank you thank you for this recipe!

    Reply
  27. Leanne says

    November 18, 2016 at 12:41 pm

    I have a tip on cooking whole pumpkins. A large pumpkin, stab all around the top with large knife. Place on a plate, microwave on high for 25 minutes. Let cool, then easily slice, scoop away seeds, peel comes away easily, and the flesh is not soggy like boiled type.

    Reply
  28. John @ ILoveMyJuicer.com says

    November 21, 2016 at 11:10 pm

    It seemed like a really interesting idea, but probably my execution was terrible because I didn’t really enjoy the taste. Oh well.

    Reply
  29. Hannah says

    November 26, 2016 at 9:01 am

    Love this! I’ve been on a pumpkin smoothie kick and I love that you added some green to it! Just as good with just almond milk and I added an extra 1/2 t of cinnamon :)

    Reply
  30. Amanda M. says

    November 27, 2016 at 8:01 am

    Just made this and its AMAZING. Perfect for when I want dessert in the morning but need the energy a smoothie provides.

    Reply
  31. Jane B says

    November 29, 2016 at 3:18 pm

    This looks absolutely amazing, to ad a bit more sweetness i would ad a tea spoon of honey as well, I’ll definitely give it a try this weekend!

    Reply
  32. Mara says

    December 3, 2016 at 9:28 am

    I love everything about this smoothie–creamy, pumpkin pie-ish, and really green and super healthy. I don’t have the green powder but it’s just as wonderful without it. Thanks Dana!

    Reply
  33. Beth says

    December 4, 2016 at 10:23 am

    This was great! I was out of banana but used a few dates and some coconut oil to compensate from the sweetness/fat from the banana.

    Reply
  34. Cathy says

    December 5, 2016 at 6:12 am

    This is amazing! Thank you for sharing. The husband loves it too.

    Reply
    • Dana @ Minimalist Baker says

      December 6, 2016 at 4:30 pm

      Thanks Cathy!

      Reply
  35. Sophie says

    January 2, 2017 at 11:19 am

    Nothing so creamy and dreamy as a pumpkin pie smoothie. I personally can’t ever detect spinach flavor in my drinks. It’s just so mild. Who cares if it’s a different color?

    Reply
  36. Traci says

    January 8, 2017 at 6:46 am

    I absolutely loved it! So yummy! My 8 year old loved it too! I think I added more spinach to the recipe too. Very good recipe! Thank you!

    Reply
  37. Sharon S says

    January 16, 2017 at 1:47 pm

    I love this! I’m having it right now. The banana, pumpkin and spinach were frozen, so it turned out like frozen yogurt. Yummy! Had to add double the cashew milk to get it going.

    Reply
  38. Jess says

    March 22, 2017 at 7:54 am

    I absolutely LOVED this smoothie this morning. I usually do banana, spinach, coconut milk, and PB powder and was looking for a change. Absolutely delicious, filling, and beyond beautiful!

    Reply
  39. Kristen M says

    May 6, 2017 at 12:57 pm

    I lost my green smoothie virginity with this one today! I probably didn’t make the most seasonal choice, but I love everything pumpkin any time of year. It was absolutely delicious and very refreshing! Thanks for the recipe Dana!

    Reply
  40. Kristi says

    May 21, 2017 at 10:18 am

    So delicious! Followed the recipe exactly with Vega Protein and Greens but no green powder. Yum! My two year old loved it and kept asking for more. Great recipe!

    Reply
  41. Shelley says

    October 8, 2017 at 7:52 am

    Delicious, creamy and nicely spiced. I used fresh baby spinach and couldn’t taste it in the smoothie.

    Reply
  42. Tammy Webb says

    October 8, 2017 at 4:27 pm

    The pumpkin smoothie was amazingly filling! Smooth and creamy just like a custard. Thank you for that and all your recipes. They’ve been so helpful since going plant based!

    Reply
  43. Cynthia Gomez says

    October 19, 2017 at 7:22 am

    Swapped out the spinach for kale and used cholrella/spirulina tablets in substitute of green powder. Love the flavor combo, thanks for the inspo dana!!

    Reply
  44. Ella says

    October 29, 2017 at 7:46 am

    Made this while looking for ways to use up the pumpkin puree in my freezer. Added a huge chunk of frozen puree with everything else fresh. Beautiful flavor combination, this is my new go-to smoothie. Thanks for posting! So delicious!

    Reply
  45. Teresa Hoover says

    March 29, 2018 at 10:04 pm

    OMG! Soooo good! I used Kale and cucumber instead… delicious.

    Reply

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