Pumpkin Spice Coffee Smoothie with Protein Powder
A vegan pumpkin spice coffee smoothie boosted with protein powder, creamy pumpkin, banana, almond milk, and espresso for a cozy caffeinated kick.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 shot espresso or ½ cup strong coffee, cooled
- ½ cup pumpkin purée
- 1 large frozen banana
- 1 scoop vegan vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Pour 1 cup almond milk into blender.
- Add 1 shot espresso or ½ cup strong coffee.
- Spoon in ½ cup pumpkin purée.
- Drop in 1 frozen banana.
- Add 1 scoop vegan vanilla protein powder.
- Sweeten with 2 tablespoons maple syrup.
- Sprinkle 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice.
- Add ½ teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Toss in ½ cup ice cubes.
- Blend until thick, frothy, and creamy. Serve chilled.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 215
- Total Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.6g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 14g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin A: 50%
- Calcium: 12%
- Iron: 8%
- Potassium: 14%
- Magnesium: 9%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Add cacao powder for a chocolate twist.
- Swap banana with frozen cauliflower for fewer carbs.
- Sprinkle cinnamon on top for café-level presentation.
- Use cold brew instead of espresso for a smoother taste.