This Pumpkin Peach Smoothie is the perfectly healthy way to get your harvest spice flavors on to start your day!
Maybe you haven't noticed, but I haven't really posted anything pumpkin-y at all. It's coming towards the end of October and I'm probably the only food blogger that hasn't posted anything pumpkin. There may possibly be something wrong with that picture. But I have good news for you. I have joined up with some great bloggers to bring you some wonderful pumpkin recipes all week long. Today I'm bringing you something basic, but one of my fall staples to get my mornings started on a healthy note.
I'll be 100% honest. Pumpkin is actually not one of my favorite flavors in the world. Especially all by itself. I'm not a squash kind of girl. That is, until you start adding the cinnamon, the clove, the nutmeg, and brown sugar. All the deliciousness that makes pumpkin delectable this time of year. And it gets even better once you start pairing it with different fruits like apples or peaches.
And that is how this smoothie was born. I drink smoothies almost every morning, and during the fall months I'm craving something with a little more spice to warm me from the inside, despite the icy-ness of the smoothie itself. The addition of the peach flavor really compliments the pumpkin wonderfully. For someone who isn't in love with the big old popular pumpkin, combining the two flavors really is a match made in smoothie heaven.
Looking for other Pumpkin and Peach Recipes?
Vegan Peach Cobbler
Healthy Peach Muffins
Pumpkin Cinnamon Rolls
Vegan Pumpkin Pie
Pumpkin Peach Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 Tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 Tablespoon ground flax
- 1-2 cups water depending on preference of thickness
- ½ cup pumpkin puree
- ½ banana peeled & frozen
- ½ peach sliced (can use frozen peaches if fresh aren't in season)
- 6 ice cubes
Instructions
- Add protein, flax, chia seeds, and water to the blender. In a Blendtec, I pulse a couple of times to get everything mixed together. Let sit for about 15 minutes so the chia seeds can absorb a bit of the water.
- Add remaining ingredients and blend until everything is combined completely.
Nutrition
Like I said earlier, all this week, I am celebrating #PumpkinWeek hosted by Terri from Love and Confections. We are celebrating our love of the season with a whole week of pumpkin goodies, leading up to National Pumpkin Day. 17 Food Bloggers have come together to share over 65 recipes with you. In addition to homemade pumpkin puree, pie, and cookies, we are also sharing savory pumpkin dishes like hummus, chili and pumpkin corn chowder. Come back every day for #PumpkinWeek recipes. You can also find these great recipes and more on Love and Confections' #PumpkinWeek Pinterest Board!
Check out all the #PumpkinWeek Bloggers and their recipes:
Pumpkin Loaf by Love and Confections
Lemongrass-Kissed Sankaya (Thai Pumpkin Custard) by Culinary Adventures with Camilla
Pumpkin Bars with Cream Cheese Frosting by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
Brown Butter Pumpkin Cupcakes with Biscoff Frosting by The Spiffy Cookie
Pumpkin Peach Smoothie by Happy Food Healthy Life
/ Egg and Pumpkin Breakfast Cups by Curious Cuisiniere
Witches Eye Glass Chocolate Pumpkin Cupcakes by Lady Behind The Curtain
Easy Homemade Pumpkin Puree by Life Tastes Good
Pumpkin Orange Soup by The Not So Cheesy Kitchen
Macaroni with Kale and Creamy Pumpkin Sauce by A Day in the Life on the Farm
Roasted Pumpkin and Chickpea Samosas by A Kitchen Hoor's Adventures
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Butter by My Catholic Kitchen
Pumpkin Scones by Making Miracles
Chewy Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies by The Pajama Chef
Pumpkin Molasses Cookies by That's My Home
Pumpkin Spice Overnight Oatmeal by Dizzy Busy and Hungry
Roslan Effendi says
I am in love with the banana mix flavor. Brilliant!
Veronica Gantley says
Your smoothie sounds delicious and easy! I cant wait to make it for my family.
Holly Waterfall says
Thanks Veronica! They are going to love it just like mine did!
Kristin @ Dizzy Busy and Hungry! says
I love smoothies. This one looks so delicious and refreshing! Great flavors!
Holly Waterfall says
Yes, the peach really pairs perfectly with pumpkin and is so super refreshing.
[email protected] Tastes Good says
Good news!! You aren't the only food blogger who waited this long to post a pumpkin recipe! Pumpkin isn't my fave either. I prefer the milder butternut squash, but your pumpkin smoothie with the peach sounds delicious. A great way to get some of the healthy goodness of pumpkin - even for those of us who are not huge fans of the popular gourd!
Holly Waterfall says
yes, I definitely have to sweeten it up for me to enjoy it, and the peaches work wonders in this smoothie to make that happen!
Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says
Definitely not two flavors I would normally think to put together but I bet they are great.
Holly Waterfall says
yeah it was totally experimental.. and then it worked!!
Bea says
Peaches and pumpkin sound like such a great flavor combination.
Holly Waterfall says
It SO is! I hope you try it out!
Camilla @ Culinary Adventures says
What a great clash of seasons dish! Autumn pumpkin + summer peaches. This is a great recipe. Thanks for sharing with #PumpkinWeek.
Holly Waterfall says
Thank you! It is definitely a sweet way to enjoy pumpkin in my mornings 🙂
Wendy, A Day in the Life on the Farm says
I am always in the market for smoothie recipes. Thanks.
Holly Waterfall says
you and me both! They are my lifeline!
Terri/Love and Confections says
I've never had a pumpkin smoothie before but that is about to change. Looks yummy. Thanks for participating!
Holly Waterfall says
I sure hope you do! You're the best for hosting. Thanks!
Rebeakah @ Making Miracles says
What a fantastic smoothie recipe - sounds like a perfect combination of flavors!
Holly Waterfall says
It SOOO is! I hope you try it out!
Liz says
Adding peaches was genius! What a wonderful smoothie!
Holly Waterfall says
They compliment the pumpkin so well!