Pumpkin pie in the form of a healthy smoothie?  You bet!  Just in case there isn't enough pumpkin in your fall menu, here's a healthy pumpkin pie protein smoothie that's the perfect start to any fall morning!

The inspiration for this smoothie came from all the extra pumpkin I have on hand from making a whole bunch of pumpkin recipes for the blog, my recent TV cooking segment, and for my family...So. Much. Pumpkin!  Luckily it's one of those ingredients I don't get tired of too easily since I love it. :) 

So if you find yourself in the same boat as me and are left with some extra pumpkin from making pumpkin pie or other pumpkin recipes for Thanksgiving, this recipe is just the thing!  It's also got several ingredient options so you can customize it based on what you like or have on hand.  

If you're looking to add a real boost of protein to this smoothie, you can add a scoop of natural protein powder, but there's already a nice serving of protein even without it.   I used oats to add a mild nutty flavor and some whole grain goodness (yay fiber!), and chia seeds for even more fiber, protein, and heart-healthy fat. 

And if you're a fellow lover of all things pumpkin, here are a few other tasty pumpkin treats I've made on the blog you might enjoy:

• Five-ingredient pumpkin pudding
  
• Vegan pumpkin-banana bread
  
• Chocolate-swirl pumpkin muffins

Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

Makes 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup pumpkin puree 
• 1/2 cup low fat Greek yogurt (can use plain, vanilla, pumpkin flavored or kefir)
• 1/8 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
• 2 tablespoons instant (quick-cooking) oats 
• 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup (if using plain yogurt)
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 scoop natural vanilla protein powder (optional)
• 1/4 cup water
• 3-4 ice cubes

Directions:

1. Place all ingredients in a blender and blend at least one minute or until completely smooth. 
   

 Happy Eating!

~Amber

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