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Pumpkin Pie Spice Smoothie Recipe

September 21, 2015 by Katie Wells
Pumpkin Pie Spice Smoothie with Cushaw squash
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  • Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
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Ah, fall! That time of year when everything magically becomes pumpkin pie scented and flavored. From candles (don’t buy them!), to lattes, and everything in between … pumpkin is in the air.

Pumpkin Pie Spice?

Unfortunately, many of these  “pumpkin pie spice” products don’t actually contain any pumpkin or spice. In fact, many are artificially pumpkin scented or flavored.

Ironically, there isn’t any actual pumpkin in this recipe either, but in this case, it has been replaced with an even more nutrient dense option: Cushaw squash. This vitamin C and beta carotene packed squash is hard to find but easy to use if you can find it.

It is a wonderful substitute for pumpkin in many recipes and can be used as anything from breakfasts to desserts. Of course, you can also use pumpkin puree in this smoothie as well, but I’d recommend giving delicious cushaw a try if you can.

Cushaw can also substitute for pumpkin puree in these recipes:

  • Pumpkin pie
  • Pumpkin cheesecake
  • Pumpkin muffins
  • Pumpkin pancakes
  • Pumpkin chili

Also, if you’re a fan of pumpkin pie scent but don’t want the artificial fragrances in most candles and air fresheners, try making a pumpkin spice room spray with these simple ingredients instead and make your own pumpkin pie spice in bulk too!

Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

At first, I was unsure about using the more savory flavors of pumpkin in a smoothie, but this recipe makes a refreshing and delicious smoothie. It is easily customizable and fast to make.

Add more or less pumpkin pie spice and sweetener to suit your taste. Or try omitting the banana and using 2 dates instead as another way to get natural sweetness without adding any refined sweeteners.

Check out this post for a tutorial on how to puree cushaw squash and store for use in recipes like this.

Pumpkin Pie Spice Smoothie with Cushaw squash

Pumpkin Pie Spice Smoothie Recipe

Katie Wells
A pumpkin pie flavored smoothie with cushaw squash for extra nutrients. Naturally sweetened with banana and vanilla.
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins
Course Drinks
Servings 1 smoothie
Calories 425 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ½ frozen banana
  • ½ cup yogurt
  • ½ cup cushaw puree
  • ¼ cup  coconut milk
  • 4 ice cubes
  • ½ tsp  vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp  pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 TBSP ground flax or chia seeds optional
  • 1 TBSP  honey or maple syrup optional

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients in blender and pulse until smooth

Notes

Play with the sweet and spiciness levels to create a perfect smoothie for you!

Nutrition

Serving: 2cupsCalories: 425kcalCarbohydrates: 55.8gProtein: 13.2gFat: 18.7gSaturated Fat: 12.7gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 101mgFiber: 9.3gSugar: 37.5g
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Ever tried Cushaw? Would you? What is your favorite pumpkin pie spiced food, drink, or product?

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About Katie Wells

Katie Wells, CTNC, MCHC, Founder and CEO of Wellness Mama and Co-Founder of Wellnesse, has a background in research, journalism, and nutrition. As a wife and mom of six, she turned to research and took health into her own hands to find answers to her health problems. WellnessMama.com is the culmination of her thousands of hours of research and all posts are medically reviewed and verified by the Wellness Mama research team. Katie is also the author of the bestselling books The Wellness Mama Cookbook and The Wellness Mama 5-Step Lifestyle Detox.

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Discussion (1 Comments)

  1. Ginger

    November 10, 2015 at 8:49 AM

    5 stars
    I add pumpkin or squash puree to any soup or stew to thicken it while adding nutrition. You can also substitute the puree for any liquid in a recipe, like in casseroles, quiche, pancakes, or muffins.

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