Pumpkin Banana Smoothie

Jun 25, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy smoothie blending the natural sweetness of banana with smooth pumpkin purée, balanced by milk and a hint of fine sea salt for subtle depth.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
1.0 mediumfrozen banana
½ cup (120.0 g)pumpkin purée
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ cup (120.0 g)ice cubes
1.0pinch fine sea salt

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Instructions

Add the milk to a high-speed blender first.
Add the frozen banana and pumpkin purée.
Add the ice cubes, pinch of fine sea salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds until completely smooth.
Check the consistency. Blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional milk if too thick, or add a few extra ice cubes if too thin.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use frozen banana to provide natural sweetness and creaminess without added sugar. Adjust ice and milk for your preferred smoothie thickness.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make pumpkin banana smoothie?

Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make pumpkin banana smoothie ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours and shake or re-blend before drinking.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.

A creamy smoothie blending the natural sweetness of banana with smooth pumpkin purée, balanced by milk and a hint of fine sea salt for subtle depth.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

265 Calories / serving

6.8g Fat

45.9g Carbs

8.6g Protein

27.9g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~265 cal · 7g fat · 46g carbs · 9g protein · 28g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 265 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 50 min·2.9 mi·~5850 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 36 min·1.8 mi·~3600 steps
Moderate cycling 27 min·5.4 mi
Swimming laps 37 min
Jogging 26 min·2.2 mi·~4150 steps
Stair climbing 24 min·~2150 steps
Dancing 43 min
Bodyweight circuit training 27 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 62 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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