The Vegan Pumpkin Protein Shake is a healthy, delicious beverage made with pumpkin puree, plant-based milk, and pumpkin spices. It’s perfect for fall and offers a rich texture and warm, aromatic taste. The shake is nutrient-dense, rich in vitamins, antioxidants, and minerals, and contains protein powder for tissue growth and restoration. It’s a great addition to plant-based diets, perfect for busy professionals or fitness enthusiasts. You may consume this Vegan Pumpkin Protein Shake as an immediate breakfast or as a snack after workouts. Let’s prepare the easy shake with the instructions (mentioned below).
STATS
- Course: Breakfast, Snack
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Dairy-free, Gluten-free, Vegan
- Total Time: Five minutes
- Preparation Time: Five minutes
- Cook Time: None
EQUIPMENT
- Food blender
- Serving glasses
INGREDIENTS
- One cup of unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tbsp of vegan-friendly sweeteners maple syrup
- Pumpkin puree 1/3 cup
- Pea protein powder 1 scoop, approx. to 25 grams
- Pumpkin pie spice 1 tsp
- A half-frozen banana
- Ice, to chill the shake
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR ALTERNATIVES
Pumpkin puree:
- We can utilize pumpkin puree either homemade or canned. Avoid using canned pumpkin pie mix because it has additional flavors and sugar. Freeze the pumpkin in ice cube trays and add frozen pumpkin cubes to your smoothie for a more chilly taste.
Milk:
- To regulate the sweetness of the pumpkin shake, use unsweetened plant milk such as cashew, almond, or oat.
Protein powder:
- We used only vegan-friendly pea powder. You can replace it with hemp protein powder, chia seed powder, or sunflower seed protein powder.
Maple syrup:
- This syrup contributes sweet, butterscotch tones that highlight the pumpkin pie spice while maintaining the drink’s processed sugar-free.
INSTRUCTIONS
- Add all items such as pumpkin pie spice, frozen banana, ice, maple syrup, almond milk, pea protein powder, and pumpkin puree to a food blender.
- Grind all items at a high speed for one to two times.
- The mouth-tempting and creamy Vegan Pumpkin Protein Shake is ready.
- Shift the shake into serving glasses.
- Serve instantly and savor its taste.
VARIATIONS OF THE SHAKE
Chocolate protein shake:
- Incorporate one and one-half tablespoons of natural or dark cocoa powder into the protein powder to create a chocolate pumpkin bread without using the oven.
Pumpkin spice latte:
- Add a shot or two of fresh espresso for a pumpkin spice taste.
Cinnamon touch:
- Mix a teaspoon of cinnamon powder into the beverage to give it an additional sweet and spicy flavor. This option is for those who enjoy or love the cinnamon taste.
Pumpkin protein smoothie bowl:
- Minimize the milk to half a cup and process in a completely frozen banana to create a great pumpkin smoothie bowl with pumpkin seeds, granola, and banana slices on top.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS
- Serve the tasty shake with vegan cinnamon roll oatmeal.
- Pair it with tofu scramble breakfast burritos.
- Enjoy the shake with vegan pumpkin spice pancakes.
- Another option is to serve it with a piece of avocado toast.
- Roasted chickpeas or vegan quinoa salad also goes well with the shake.
- This smoothie works well with vegan apple and cinnamon muffins.
TIPS
- Choose a high-quality and vegan-friendly protein powder to prepare this shake.
- Utilize a low-calorie and non-dairy milk such as almond milk.
- Add a full spoonful of pumpkin puree. But you can manage the level of puree to your taste.
- Spice it with a dash of powdered or granulated nutmeg or cinnamon.
- Try this smoothie with new flavors and ingredients.
- Consume your yummy shake instantly for the best taste.
- Avoid over-spicing the shake with pumpkin spice.
STORAGE INFORMATION
Fridge:
- Save the leftover shake in a sealed bottle and refrigerate it for only one to two days.
Freezer:
- We can preserve the tasty shake in a closed jar and freeze it for sixty days. Blend the frozen shake before consuming.
FAQs
Why is pumpkin a good addition to this protein hake?
- This protein smoothie is a wholesome and satisfying choice because it contributes fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Can this protein smoothie made with additional items?
- You can include other ingredients like bananas, spinach, or nut butter that are high in protein. All these items are used to enhance the flavor and nutritional calorie count.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING:
Total Servings 2 shake glasses
Total Calories 138 kcal
Carbohydrates 19 g
Protein 12 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Total Fat 3 g
Sugar 12 g
Iron 2 mg
