This pumpkin pie smoothie bowl is thick, creamy, and built for spoonfuls, not sipping. Pumpkin puree, banana, Greek yogurt, oats, and cozy pumpkin pie spice blend into a fall-inspired breakfast bowl with a naturally sweet, custardy texture. The crunchy topping combo of pecans and pumpkin seeds makes it feel like a quick pumpkin pie parfait, but it comes together in minutes with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
For the smoothie bowl:
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 frozen banana, sliced
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk, plus more as needed
- 2 tablespoons old-fashioned oats
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup, optional
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
For the toppings:
- 2 tablespoons chopped pecans
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
- 1 tablespoon old-fashioned oats or granola
- Pinch of cinnamon
- Extra drizzle of maple syrup, optional
How To Make It
Add the pumpkin puree, frozen banana, Greek yogurt, almond milk, oats, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, and salt to a blender.
Blend on low at first, then increase the speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Stop and scrape down the sides if needed. For a true smoothie bowl texture, keep it thick enough to scoop with a spoon.
If the blender needs help, add almond milk 1 tablespoon at a time. Try not to add too much liquid, or the bowl may become more like a drinkable smoothie.
Spoon the pumpkin smoothie into a bowl. Add chopped pecans, pumpkin seeds, oats or granola, a little cinnamon, and a light maple drizzle if you want extra sweetness.
Serve right away while the bowl is cold, fluffy, and perfectly spoonable.
Tips
Use a frozen banana for the best thick texture. A fresh banana will still taste good, but the smoothie bowl will be softer and less frosty.
For extra pumpkin pie flavor, add another tiny pinch of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon after blending. Spices can become strong quickly, so add a little at a time.
If you want more crunch, toast the pecans and pumpkin seeds in a dry skillet for 2 to 3 minutes, then let them cool before adding them on top.
For a prep-ahead shortcut, slice and freeze bananas in small bags, then keep pumpkin puree portioned in the fridge for quick breakfast bowls.
Grab a spoon and enjoy every cozy pumpkin bite!