High Protein Pumpkin Smoothie
This high-protein pumpkin smoothie is the kind of recipe that feels indulgent but quietly works in your favour. It’s thick, creamy, naturally sweet, and packed with warming pumpkin-spice flavour — perfect for autumn mornings, post-workout refuelling, or an afternoon energy boost when you want something nourishing but comforting.
Pumpkin brings a subtle sweetness and velvety texture, while banana and date add natural caramel-like notes without overpowering the drink. Protein powder and healthy fats make this smoothie genuinely filling, helping to stabilise blood sugar and keep cravings at bay. It’s one of those recipes that tastes like a treat but functions like a balanced meal — ideal if you’re aiming for higher protein without sacrificing flavour.
Benefits of Each Ingredient
Pumpkin Purée
Pumpkin is low in calories but rich in fibre, vitamin A, and antioxidants. It supports digestion, eye health, and immune function while giving the smoothie its creamy, comforting base.
Banana
Banana adds natural sweetness and thickness while providing potassium for muscle function and carbohydrates for quick, usable energy.
Unsweetened Almond Milk
Almond milk keeps the smoothie light while contributing hydration and a subtle nutty flavour, making it a great low-sugar liquid base.
Almond Butter
Almond butter adds healthy fats and a mild richness that improves satiety. It also provides vitamin E, supporting skin health and reducing oxidative stress.
Protein Powder
Protein powder boosts muscle recovery, supports metabolism, and helps turn this smoothie into a complete, filling option rather than just a snack.
Ground Flax Seeds
Flax seeds are rich in fibre and omega-3 fatty acids, supporting digestion, hormone balance, and heart health while adding subtle thickness.
Pumpkin Pie Spice
This warming spice blend enhances flavour without added sugar and contains compounds that may support blood sugar regulation and digestion.
Date
Dates provide natural sweetness along with fibre and minerals, helping satisfy sweet cravings without refined sugar.