This Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake has a delightful flavor that will make you feel like you're enjoying a guilty pleasure! So instead of having a few too many slices of pumpkin bread this fall, feed your cravings with a delicious and healthy pumpkin protein shake instead!
I don't know about you, but when fall comes around, all I want to do is indulge in delicious pumpkin treats like this no-bake pumpkin pie and pumpkin biscotti, like everyone else. Luckily, I have found a way to satisfy those cravings with healthier options, like this pumpkin pie protein smoothie.
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😍 Why You'll Love This Recipe
- This shake is loaded with nutrition and so easy to drink because it has a smooth and creamy texture.
- It makes a quick and easy breakfast option, especially during the holidays!
- This pumpkin protein share recipe makes enough for two servings. So make one for the one you love, or keep the rest in the fridge to enjoy later.
🛒 What You Need For This Recipe
🔖 Ingredients & Substitutions
- Protein Powder: The protein powder you use will probably make a big difference in the final taste. I love Herbalife products, but you can use a variety of whey protein powders or plant-based protein powders.
- Milk: I add dairy-free, unsweetened vanilla almond milk, but you can substitute coconut milk, soy milk, or whole milk.
- Pumpkin Puree: You'll need ½ of a can of pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling!
- Banana: I also like to add one small frozen banana for added creaminess and sweetness.
- Spices: You can use pumpkin pie spice mix or add a pinch of cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, and cloves.
*A full list of ingredients can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of the page!
🧋How to Make A Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake
Step 1: Add ingredients to a blender in the order listed. Blend until smooth.
Step 2: If you prefer a thicker consistency, add ice cubes, and blend again until the desired consistency is reached.
Step 3: Pour pumpkin shake into a glass and top with freshly grated nutmeg, never powdered!
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Optional Shake Ingredients
Feel free to add any of the following to your protein pumpkin shake!
- hemp seeds
- chia seeds
- flax seeds
- Greek yogurt or homemade yogurt
- pumpkin spice extract
🤷🏻♀️ Recipe FAQs
No, you can not destroy protein powder by blending it. If anything, blending it would break it down even further for easier absorption.
You have many options for liquids to mix into your protein shake. Some of these include milk (whole fat, skim, or non-fat), water, coconut milk and almond milk.
👩🏼🍳 Pro Tips
- Freeze unused canned pumpkin in ice cube trays. Then just plop them into the blender to make your next pumpkin pie blend protein shake.
- You can use a fresh banana instead of a frozen one. However, you will most likely need to add more ice to get the protein shake to the right consistency.
- Another great addition to this pumpkin spice protein shake would be a small container of high-protein vanilla yogurt.
- If you are looking for other healthy breakfast options, try my high protein chia pudding!
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📖 Recipe
Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake
Equipment
- 1 Blender
Ingredients
- 8 ice cubes (or more, as needed)
- 1 cup almond milk (30 calorie)
- 2 scoops vanilla organic protein powder
- 1 scoop collagen peptides
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon gingerbread spice
- 1 small banana (3.75 ounces) (frozen)
- ½ cup canned pumpkin (100% pure pumpkin)
- 1 packet Truvia (optional)
- freshly grated nutmeg
Instructions
- Add ingredients to a blender in the order listed. Blend until smooth.
- If you prefer a thicker consistency, add more ice cubes and blend again until the desired consistency is reached.
- Pour the pumpkin spice protein shake into a glass and sprinkle with freshly grated nutmeg & enjoy!
Notes
- To up the protein content, I add Collagen Peptides Powder. It's only 40 calories per scoop and increases this recipe's protein by 10 grams! It's flavorless, mixes in well, and the collagen is great for your skin too, so why wouldn't you add it? I use the SR brand, but there are many brands to choose from.
- Freeze unused canned pumpkin in ice cube trays. Then just plop them into the blender to make your next Pumpkin Pie Blend Protein Shake.
- You can use fresh bananas, however you will most likely need to add more ice to get the protein shake to the right consistency.
- Another great addition to this shake would be a small container of high protein vanilla yogurt.
Linda says
This shake is so good can't believe this is low in calories,delicious.
Hilda Sterner says
Thanks, Linda! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. 🙂