Whether you are on the keto diet or not, this keto pumpkin smoothie can suit anyone.
The smoothie is low in sugar, and high in protein, making it ideal for breakfast or as a nourishing snack!
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EASY Keto Pumpkin Smoothie
Indulge in an EASY Keto Pumpkin Smoothie, a low-carb delight blending pumpkin puree, spices, and almond milk for a guilt-free autumn treat.
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup of pumpkin puree
- 1 tbsp of peanut butter (unsweetened)
- 1/2 cup cottage cheese (unsweetened)
- 1/3 tsp of pumpkin spice
- 1 cup of almond milk (unsweetened )
Instructions
- To a blender, add the pumpkin puree, cottage cheese, and almond milk first, followed by the rest of the ingredients.
- Blend for 2-3 minutes or until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into your favorite cup, and sip!
Notes
*For recipe notes, smoothie benefits, variations, and more, scroll down!
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Smoothie
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 233
- Sugar: 7.7g
- Fat: 4.4g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4.1g
- Protein: 16.5g
Why You Will Love This Keto Pumpkin Smoothie
Pumpkin smoothies are a must during the Fall season, especially at Halloween, but you can enjoy them any time of the year!
I personally make pumpkin smoothies all the way in December, and even February at some point.
If you crave pumpkin, just make a smoothie!
This low-carb pumpkin smoothie is not just ideal for the keto diet, but it’s also packed with goodness.
Here’s an overview of why I think you will love it as much as me:
- Rich in Nutrients: Combines ingredients high in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, supporting overall health.
- Protein Boost: The cottage cheese and peanut butter provide a good source of protein, essential for muscle repair and growth.
- Fiber Content: Pumpkin puree contributes dietary fiber, aiding in digestion and promoting a feeling of fullness.
- Healthy Fats: Unsweetened peanut butter contains healthy fats that are beneficial for heart health.
- Low in Sugar: Using unsweetened ingredients helps keep the sugar content low, making it a healthier option.
- Seasonal Flavor: Pumpkin spice adds a delightful autumnal flavor, making it a tasty seasonal treat.
- Dairy-Free and Versatile: Almond milk makes this smoothie dairy-free, catering to those with lactose intolerance or preferring plant-based milk.
If you enjoy this recipe, I am sure you will also enjoy my raw vegan pumpkin smoothie and my smoothie bowl with pumpkin!
Customizing The Smoothie & Recipe Notes
To suit your preferences better, this smoothie recipe can easily be customized.
Here are some ideas of some variations I have personally tested:
- Swap The Peanut Butter: The peanut butter can be replaced with almond or cashew butter. For a nut-free alternative, you can use sun butter or 1/4 avocado.
- Protein: Add a scoop of keto protein powder, or unsweetened collagen powder (which is my favorite keto protein powder).
- The Base: To reduce the carbs per serving even more, swap the almond milk for plain water.
- Pumpkin Spice Alternative: Use a mix of dried ground nutmeg and cinnamon if you don’t have pumpkin spice.
- The Pumpkin: You can use cooked cooled pumpkin instead of pureed. Just make sure you use unsweetened and unflavored cooked pumpkin.
Equipment:
| Blender Type | Suitability |
|---|---|
| Nutribullet 600 | ✓ |
| Vitamix Blender Propel 510 | ✓ |
| BlendJet 4000mAh | ✓ |
| Ninja Blender BL610 | ✓ |
| Oster 6640 Blender | ✓ |
| Hamilton Beach 58148A Blender | ✓ |
| AMZChef Blender 1800 W | ✓ |
| Wamife Blender | ✓ |
While the smoothie was compatible with all my blenders, for single-serving smoothies, I recommend that you use a personal blender, like a Nutribullet, or a blendjet.
If you are doubling or tripling the recipe I recommend that you use a higher-capacity blender, such as a hamilton beach blender or a Vitamix.
Dietary:
| Type Of Diet | Suitable |
|---|---|
| Vegan-Friendly | ✓ |
| Dairy-Free | ✓ |
| Gluten-Free | ✓ |
| Diabetic-Friendly | ✓ |
| Paleo-Friendly | ✓ |
| Keto-Friendly | ✓ |
| Nut-Free | X |