Pumpkin Smoothie
Be prepared – this pumpkin smoothie is designed for true pumpkin enthusiasts! It’s a family favorite with little ones, appealing to kids and adults alike. For a warm alternative, simply substitute frozen pumpkin purée with room-temperature purée and gently heat the ingredients on the stovetop.
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk
- 16 ounces frozen pumpkin purée
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup brown sugar
Instructions
- Begin by placing the frozen pumpkin purée in a microwave-safe dish. Warm it in the microwave on high for approximately 1 to 2 minutes until softened.
- Add the milk to a blender, followed by the softened pumpkin purée, brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Blend the mixture until smooth and well-combined.
- Tips
- For optimal freezing, transfer the pumpkin purée into a resealable bag, ensuring it’s stored in the freezer for a minimum of 24 hours. Homemade pumpkin purée works excellently in this recipe, though canned pumpkin purée will perform well as a substitute. If the pumpkin flavor is robust, add a frozen banana to mellow it. Feel free to explore flavor variations by incorporating vanilla extract or using a mix of pumpkin pie or apple pie spice.