Medically reviewed by Shahzadi Devje, Registered Dietitian (RD) & Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE)
This dairy-free Chocolate and Pumpkin Breakfast Smoothie is perfect if you've got a sweet tooth and after an easy and healthy nourishing breakfast recipe. It's rich, creamy and decadent. Plus, with zero added sugar and bursting with good-for-you ingredients, it'll surely power you through till lunchtime!
When breakfast is an indulgent dessert and packed with nourishing ingredients - you know your mornings are extra special!
We love satisfying and healthy breakfast ideas! Whether it's egg bhurji, green smoothie, or granola parfait, I can't resist.
This breakfast smoothie comes together in 5 minutes, using one blender, and requires just five ingredients.
The ingredients are SO simple you likely have them in your pantry right now. Pumpkin purée is blended with frozen, ripe bananas, soy milk, pumpkin pie spice and cacao!
Your favourite toppings are optional!
Is It Healthy To Have A Smoothie For Breakfast?
Of course, this depends on your definition of "healthy."
If you base your smoothie on fruits and vegetables, protein and healthy fats, and you're someone who feels satisfied with a smoothie all morning, then it's a healthy breakfast choice.
In this breakfast smoothie, we've added:
- pumpkin
- cacao with no added sugar
- bananas
- pumpkin spice
- plant milk
- fruit and nut toppings
How To Make Chocolate And Pumpkin Breakfast Smoothie - Step By Step
- In a high-speed blender, add milk (Image 1), cacao (Image 2), pumpkin purée (Image 3) frozen, ripe bananas (Image 4), and pumpkin spice (Image 5)!
- Blend for 1-2 minutes or until smooth and creamy (Image 6)
- You can finish by adding your favourite toppings. This is optional! I used cacao nibs, crushed plain almonds, pomegranate seeds and fresh raspberries.
Top Tips For Making Chocolate Pumpkin Breakfast Smoothie
- Make sure you use frozen and ripe bananas. This is what will mostly determine the level of sweetness of your smoothie
- Prevent food waste by storing leftover pumpkin puree in small containers and freeze - ready for more recipe creations
- If serving as a dessert, this will serve two people
- You can prepare all the ingredients the night before and simply blend in the morning - quick and easy!
- It's tastes heavenly if you refrigerate for 15 minutes - cool and creamy!
What Should I Put In My Breakfast Smoothie?
Smoothies can serve as a desi~licious meal that not only nourishes but also satisfies your tastebuds. Here are some add-ins that work well:
- Leafy greens: kale, spinach, lettuce. These are lower in calories and provide more protein and iron than fruits
- Milk/milk alternatives: soy, almond, coconut, greek yogurt can be additional sources of protein (some better than others!). They also help to keep you full for longer.
- Bananas and other sweet fruits - like pumpkin work like a charm to create a sweet, creamy and nutritious smoothie - minus added sugar! If you're after a low carb breakfast smoothie, berries would be one of my top picks.
- Nuts and nut butters: give your smoothies a boost of protein, healthy fats by adding almonds, cashews, brazil nuts, walnuts, pecans etc. The list is pretty long!
Here's More Desi-licious Breakfast Recipes You May Like:
What's your favourite smoothie recipe? Have you tried my Chocolate Pumpkin Breakfast Smoothie before?
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Chocolate And Pumpkin Breakfast Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup soy milk you can use your favourite plant milk too!
- 1 tbsp cacao no added sugar
- ½ cup pumpkin puree canned
- 2 bananas large, very ripe and frozen
- 1 tsp pumpkin spice
Instructions
- In a high-speed blender, add milk, cacao, pumpkin purée, frozen ripe bananas, and pumpkin spice.
- Blend for 1-2 minutes or until smooth and creamy.
- Transfer to a bowl and finish by adding your favourite toppings (optional). I used cacao nibs, crushed plain almonds, pomegranates seeds and fresh raspberries. It Tastes just as good without toppings!
Notes
- Make sure you use frozen and ripe bananas. This is what will mostly determine the level of sweetness of your chocolate pumpkin breakfast smoothie
- Prevent food waste by storing leftover pumpkin puree in small containers and freeze - ready for more recipe creations
- If serving as a dessert, this will serve two people
- You can prepare all the ingredients the night before and simply blend in the morning - quick and easy!
Keep in mind that the nutritional values provided are approximations and suggestions. This nutrition facts table cannot account for your individual needs. Your body — including your hunger and satiety cues — change daily. It's perfectly fine to eat more or less on different days. Instead of letting food guilt take over, consider mindful eating.
Shahzadi is an award-winning registered dietitian (RD) regulated by the College of Dietitians of Ontario and a certified diabetes educator (CDE), approved by the Canadian Diabetes Educator Certification Board. A notorious foodie, she's dedicated to helping you end your cooking wars, transform your health, and be the best version of yourself! Shahzadi is an on-air nutrition expert for CTV Your Morning and a regular contributor to other national media outlets.
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