Description
Enjoy a creamy and nutritious Pumpkin Protein Shake, perfect for a quick breakfast or post-workout snack. This shake is packed with protein and warm spices, making it a delicious way to savor the flavors of fall any time of the year!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or honey, to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (optional for creaminess)
- 1/2 cup ice cubes (optional, for a chilled shake)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients: Lay everything out on the counter for easy access.
- Measure the pumpkin puree: Use 1/2 cup of canned pumpkin puree or fresh, cooked pumpkin.
- Prepare your milk: Shake the almond milk carton well before measuring 1 cup.
- Get your protein powder ready: Scoop out 1 serving of vanilla protein powder.
- Gather your spices: Measure 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon and 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg.
- Sweeten it up: Start with 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, adjusting to taste.
- Prepare the Greek yogurt: Measure out 1/2 cup if using for creaminess.
- Ice cubes: Grab 1/2 cup of ice cubes if you prefer a chilled shake.
- Add the liquids first: Pour 1 cup of almond milk into a blender.
- Add the pumpkin puree: Add 1/2 cup of pumpkin puree to the blender.
- Incorporate the protein powder: Add the scoop of vanilla protein powder.
- Spice it up: Sprinkle in the ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
- Sweeten it: Pour in 1 tablespoon of maple syrup (or honey).
- Add the vanilla extract: Pour in 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
- Include Greek yogurt (if using): Add the Greek yogurt to the blender.
- Add ice cubes (if using): Toss in the ice cubes for a chilled shake.
- Blend it all together: Blend on high speed for 30-60 seconds until smooth and creamy.
- Check the consistency: If too thick, add more almond milk and blend again.
- Taste your shake: Adjust sweetness or spices as needed, blending again if necessary.
- Serve: Pour into a glass and enjoy your delicious Pumpkin Protein Shake!
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the sweetness and spices according to your taste preferences.
- For a vegan option, ensure your protein powder and yogurt are plant-based.
- This shake can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for a quick grab-and-go option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes