This pumpkin banana oatmeal smoothie is a cozy, creamy breakfast smoothie made for crisp fall mornings. Pumpkin puree brings mellow autumn flavor, banana adds natural sweetness, oats make it extra satisfying, and Greek yogurt gives the blender jar a smooth, spoonable finish. It is quick enough for a weekday breakfast and easy to customize with pantry basics.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 ripe banana, frozen if possible
- 1/3 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 3/4 cup milk of choice, plus more as needed
- 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 to 2 teaspoons maple syrup, optional
- 1/2 cup ice, optional
How To Make It
Add the milk to the blender first to help the blades move easily. Add the pumpkin puree, banana, oats, Greek yogurt, peanut butter, pumpkin pie spice, vanilla, maple syrup if using, and ice.
Blend on high for 30 to 45 seconds, or until the oats are fully blended and the smoothie looks creamy. If it is too thick, splash in 1 to 3 tablespoons more milk and blend again. If you want it colder and thicker, add a few more ice cubes or use a frozen banana.
Taste before pouring. Add a little extra maple syrup for a sweeter smoothie, more pumpkin pie spice for a stronger fall flavor, or another spoonful of yogurt for a creamier texture. Pour into one large glass or two small breakfast glasses and enjoy right away.
Tips
Use pure pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, so you can control the sweetness and spice. A very ripe banana works best because it blends smoothly and adds plenty of flavor without needing much sweetener.
For a thicker smoothie bowl style, reduce the milk to 1/2 cup and top with sliced banana, granola, or a sprinkle of oats. For a smoother texture, let the oats soak in the milk for 5 minutes before blending, especially if your blender is small or less powerful.
This smoothie is best fresh, but you can prep the dry ingredients ahead by adding the oats and pumpkin pie spice to a small jar. In the morning, just add everything to the blender and blend. If you have leftover pumpkin puree, freeze it in 1/2-cup portions for future fall smoothies.
Blend it up and enjoy a cozy fall breakfast in minutes!