Pumpkin Pie Breakfast Smoothie (High Protein!)

Pumpkin Pie  Breakfast Smoothie is a sweet, healthy, protein-packed meal! Made with bananas, canned pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice, almond butter, and vanilla protein this nutritious meal has all the warm, cozy flavors of pumpkin pie.

Is it just me, or does it feel absolutely essential that something pumpkin-y enter your body at the first hint of fall? In my house, we love all things pumpkin; pumpkin pancakes, pumpkin muffins, pumpkin lattes, and of course, these amazing Pumpkin Smoothies.  They’re the perfect way to start an autumn morning!

If you’re looking for a perfect excuse to eat “pie” for breakfast, look no further.  This clean, non-dairy pumpkin smoothie tastes just as good as pumpkin pie.  It’s very simple to make, which also means simple cleanup!  The only thing that you’ll need to take out is your blender.  How easy is that?  Just blend together almond milk, pumpkin puree, frozen bananas, almond butter, protein powder (I like this one), and a couple of spices, and voila!  You have a portable, filling, nutritious pumpkin pie smoothie.

Why You’ll Love This Vegan Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

• It’s a healthy way to enjoy the pumpkin spice flavors you love.
• This smoothie is easy to make and can be enjoyed on the go.
• It’s the perfect fall treat and tastes like a sweet, yummy dessert.
• Chock full of nutrients!  Not only will it keep you full from the protein, but pumpkin is nutrient-dense, it’s particularly rich in Vitamin A and has lots of antioxidants. 
•  Dairy-free and vegan friendly.

Equipment Needed To Make Clean Pumpkin Smoothie

• Blender! That’s all you need.  I like to use a high speed blender, but any blender will do.

Ingredients For Your Vegan Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

• 1 cup almond milk
• 1 cup pumpkin puree
• 2 frozen bananas
• 2 tablespoons almond butter
• 2 servings vanilla protein powder
• 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

How To Make A Clean, Vegan Pumpkin Pie Breakfast Smoothie

Okay. Are you ready for easy peasy?  Here we go!

Step 1: Pop everything into the blender and blend until rich and creamy. 

Step 2: Enjoy!

What to Serve/Pair with Your Pumpkin Pie Breakfast Smoothie

While this Pumpkin Pie Smoothie is filling enough on its own, sometims my hubby and I will split one and enjoy it with other healthy breakfast foods, like oatmeal or fresh fruit.  If you want to enjoy your shake on the go, try pairing it with my egg white muffins for some extra protein.

If you want a little “crunch” with your pumpkin shake, try topping with pumpkin seeds, granola or cacao nibs.  

Or, if you’re a pumpkin spice latte fan, try adding in a little bit of cold brew with this smoothie.  It’s a delicious combination and will give you the extra boost that you need in the morning.

Popular Substitutions & Additions 

No almond milk? You can substitute almond milk for any kind of milk you love.

Nut allergy? No problem, swap coconut milk instead of almond milk, and sunflower butter (my favorite is from Trader Joe’s) instead of the almond butter.   You can also use peanut butter if that’s what you have on hand.

Prefer a creamier texture? Add either frozen cauliflower or half of an avocado into the blender.  Adjust your liquid as needed to get the texture that you want.

Clean, Vegan Pumpkin Pie Almond Milk Breakfast Smoothie FAQs

Can I substitute another kind of milk other than almond milk?

Sure.  You can use whichever kind of milk you prefer for this smoothie recipe.  I used unsweetened vanilla almond milk as my base, but feel free to use what you have (or what you love!).

Won’t the pumpkin puree make this bad for me?

Nope!  Pumpkin puree is actually packed with nutritional value. Not to be confused with canned pumpkin pie puree, though (which is full of sugar!).  Make sure you double-check the label when you’re in the grocery store!

How do I know when my pumpkin smoothie is fully blended?

This is a personal preference (some people like thicker smoothies, and others like them runny).  I find that when I don’t see any large pieces of banana left, it’s just the right texture for me.

Does it matter what kind of protein I use?

Yes and no.  Since this smoothie is vegan, you’ll want to choose a plant based protein powder (like this one).  If you are not vegan, you could opt for a whey protein powder (like this one). 

I always recommend that you look for high quality protein powders with minimal ingredients.

Other Clean, Vegan Recipes You’ll Love

• 4 Ingredient Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies
• Fluffy Vegan Pancakes
• Peanut Butter Banana Overnight Oats
• Chocolate Protein Shake

 If you make this Vegan Pumpkin Pie Breakfast Smoothie, be sure to leave a comment and ★  rating below letting me know how they turned out. Your feedback is so helpful for me and our Clean & Delicious community (thank you!).