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Creamy Pumpkin Protein Shake (37 grams of Protein!)

Recipe by Kelly Nardo, Eat the Gains
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Creamy Pumpkin Protein Shake (37 grams of Protein!)

About This Recipe

Thick and creamy pumpkin protein shake made with canned pumpkin, frozen bananas, almond butter, and spices. Tastes like pumpkin pie and packs 37g of protein.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 medium (50g) frozen banana
  • 1 cup (100g) frozen cauliflower rice
    or frozen cauliflower florets
  • 1/2 cup (120g) pumpkin puree
    100% pumpkin, not pumpkin pie filling
  • 1 serving vanilla protein powder
  • 1 tablespoon almond butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • pinch salt
  • 2/3 cup milk of choice
    whole, dairy or non-dairy

Instructions

  1. Blend your smoothie: Add all ingredients to a high-powered blender and blend until smooth and creamy. Add more liquid for a thinner consistency if desired.
  2. Enjoy: Pour into a cup or jar, drink or top with toppings, and enjoy.

💡 Notes & Tips

  • Add greens like spinach for extra micronutrients.
  • Add chia seeds, hemp seeds, or ground flax for more healthy fats.
  • Add Greek yogurt for extra protein and creaminess.
  • Sweeten with maple syrup or honey if desired.
Source: This recipe is from Kelly Nardo, Eat the Gains. Used with attribution. Full original recipe with photos and notes available at the source link.
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