Southeast Dairy Association - pumpkin pie smoothie

Kefir Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

With more strains of good-for-you probiotic bacteria than most yogurts, the fermented milk product called kefir is a great start to any day. Its tart flavor makes it a natural for pairing with sweet fruits like pumpkin or berries.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 1 cup plain kefir
  • 1 cup unsweetened pumpkin puree
  • 34 cup ice cubes
  • 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
  • 1 tablespoon almond or cashew butter
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a blender. Blend until smooth.

Notes

Nutrition per serving: 175 calories, 8g protein, 25g carb, 4g fiber, 6g fat (0.7g sat), 215mg calcium, 43mg sodium

Serving size: 8 ounces

Source of recipe: Maureen Callahan, MS, RD

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