It’s fall here in the midwest, so of course, everyone focuses on one thing and one thing only…pumpkin spice and anything you can create with it.
Most think of the go-to Starbucks PSL as soon as the weather starts to turn and the leaves start to change, but thanks, no thanks to the 380 calories and 50 grams of sugar. Not only is that just wasted calories due to lack of nutrient content, but consuming this drink will put you on a blood sugar roller coaster that will leave you crashing an hour later.
I would much rather get my Pumpkin Spice fix with my Collagen Warm Pumpkin Spice Smoothie, which I promise will curb the PSL cravings! It offers all the yumminess of fall in a cup, and the benefit of protein, healthy fats, and fiber. This warm smoothie will keep you full for hours and won’t leave your blood sugar spiraling.
Warm smoothies are my relatively new love. I’ve been a smoothie girl for about 10 years but didn’t even really consider warming them up until last year. In previous winters, I would make my smoothie earlier in the morning and let it sit on the counter until it was about room temperature. I also added warming spices such as cinnamon, ginger, or nutmeg. I try to eat somewhat seasonally and follow the lessons of Ayurveda. As a vata, and a person who gets cold very easily, I hate consuming cold things during the winter months..unfortunately, that pretty much means October-May here in Illinois.
Since I’ve discovered warm smoothies, they have been my go-to, especially after my cold winter walks & runs. I so look forward to coming home and enjoying a cup of yummy & delicious goodness, knowing that I am doing good things for my health as well.
This smoothie has the following beneficial ingredients:
- Oats-Good source of dietary fiber
- Pureed Pumpkin-Pumpkin is rich in Vitamins A & C, full of antioxidants, high in potassium, and full of fiber
- Chia Seeds-Loaded with fiber, antioxidants, fiber, protein, and omega 3 fats
- Almond Butter-Contains vitamins E and B12, magnesium, copper, and phosphorous
- Collagen powder-Great for hair, skin, nails, joints, and muscles
- Banana-Contain high amounts of potassium, vitamin C, fiber, and are good for digestion
- Cinnamon-Helps regulate blood sugar
This Collagen Warm Pumpkin Spice Smoothie is dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan.
Hope you enjoy this warming cup of fall flavored goodness! Cheers to your health! XDeeDee
Equipment
- High-Speed Blender
- saucepan
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup water or almond milk
- 1/4 cup gluten free oats
- 1/4 cup pureed pumpkin
- 1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1 tbsp almond butter
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1/2 cup almond milk
- 1 serving collagen protein powder
- 1/2 banana
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon for topping
Instructions
- Add water and oats to small saucepan and simmer over medium heat for approximately 4 min
- Add the pumpkin/oat mixture to a blender along with remaining ingredients and blend carefully using a vented lid
- Blend til creamy andtop with cinnamon. Enjoy warm!
