Creamy Pumpkin Spice Smoothie Recipe

A delicious pumpkin smoothie made with your morning coffee so you don’t have to choose between the two. This smoothie tastes like a frozen pumpkin latte but is actually healthy and simple to make. It blends frozen banana, unsweetened pumpkin puree, cold coffee, pumpkin pie spice, and milk into a creamy, autumn-flavored treat.

Best Fall Smoothie

For me, a great fall smoothie highlights seasonal produce like pumpkin, apple, or squash and pairs it with warm spices—think cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove. This pumpkin smoothie hits all of those notes and adds a coffee boost so it can double as your morning pick-me-up. It’s creamy from the frozen banana and milk, subtly sweet from a touch of maple syrup, and warmly spiced with pumpkin pie spice.

Ingredients

• 2 medium frozen bananas
• 1/2 cup unsweetened pumpkin puree
• 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 3/4 cup cold coffee
• 3/4 cup milk (any kind — almond, oat, dairy)
• 1 teaspoon maple syrup (optional, adjust to taste)

Why Coffee?

Adding coffee lifts the flavors and gives a pleasant caffeine boost. The mild acidity in coffee helps brighten the pumpkin and spice notes, making the drink taste more like a frozen pumpkin latte. Use leftover cold coffee or chilled brewed coffee from your morning pot. If you prefer no caffeine, substitute with chilled espresso-decaf or brewed chicory coffee alternative.

When blended, the smoothie will be thick, creamy, and slightly velvety — very reminiscent of pumpkin pie filling. Pour into two glasses and add your favorite toppings for a seasonal finish.

Topping ideas

• Whipped topping (dairy or non-dairy)
• A sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon
• Mini chocolate chips
• Chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts
• Granola for crunch

More Smoothie Ideas

• Green smoothies with spinach, banana, and apple
• Peanut butter banana smoothies for a protein-rich option
• Cold brew protein smoothies combining coffee and nut butter
• Classic fruit smoothies with mixed berries and yogurt