Pumpkin Spice Coffee Smoothie
This smoothie is going to be your new best buddy if you like pumpkin spice and coffee.
It’s creamy, full of warm fall tastes, and provides you a wonderful caffeine boost. It’s like a pumpkin spice latte in smoothie form!
Great for hectic mornings, an afternoon snack, or any time you want a warm, tasty treat.
Also, it’s really easy to create!
Ingredients
- 1 cup of brewed coffee (cooled)
- ½ cup of milk, either dairy or non-dairy
- ½ cup of pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling
- 1 banana that has been frozen
- 1 tablespoon of honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon of pumpkin pie spice
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon (plus more for the top)
- ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract
- ½ cup of ice cubes
Blender
Spoons and cups for measuring
A large glass to serve in
Instructions
- Make the coffee and let it cool.
Before you drink your coffee, let it cool all the way down. You can even put it in the fridge to make it cold like iced coffee. - Put Everything in the Blender
Put the cooled coffee, milk, pumpkin puree, frozen banana, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and ice cubes in the blender. - Mix until smooth
For around 30 to 60 seconds, blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Add a little milk if it is too thick. - Serve and pour
Pour into a large glass, add whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon, and enjoy!
Tips & Variations
- Use frozen banana to make the smoothie thicker and colder without using a lot of ice.
- Let the coffee cool before blending, or the ice will melt and the smoothie will be too thin.
- If you want it sweeter, add additional maple syrup to taste.
- Want it to be even thicker? Put in some Greek yogurt or an extra banana.
- Add whipped cream and a sprinkling of cinnamon on top to make it feel like a coffee shop!
✨ No banana? Add ½ cup of Greek yogurt or more ice to make it thicker.
✨ No coffee? For a caffeine-free twist, try cold brew or even strong brewed chai tea instead.
✨ No dairy? Almond, oat, or coconut milk are all good options.
✨ More protein? Add a scoop of protein powder that tastes like vanilla or nothing at all.
Make your coffee the night before and put it in the fridge to make it easier to prepare.
Measure out the ingredients ahead of time and freeze them in smoothie bags so you can retrieve them and combine them in the morning.
You can keep leftovers in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to a day, but it’s best to consume them fresh.
Next time, freeze in an ice cube tray so you can make a quick pumpkin spice smoothie. Just combine it again with some milk!
Conclusion
This Pumpkin Spice Coffee Smoothie is a great way to start your day or reward yourself in the afternoon.
It’s warm, creamy, and full of autumnal feelings!
Give it a try and tell me what you think in the comments. What’s your favorite way to eat pumpkin spice? 🍂☕💛