I love a hot fall smoothie. It has both deeply nourishing elements, and some reducing spices to counteract the heaviness.
This is my go-to. So easy. So good for the time of the season!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup canned organic pumpkin puree
- 1 cup almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 2-3 fresh organic figs, chopped (dried if you can’t find fresh)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- A pinch of Himalayan rock salt
- Whipped coconut cream (optional, for garnish)
- Chopped dried figs and a sprinkle of pecans and cinnamon (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Figs: If using dried, start by chopping the dried figs into small pieces. You can use kitchen scissors or a sharp knife.
- Heat the Almond Milk: Pour the almond milk into a saucepan and heat it over low-medium heat. Heat until almost boiling.
- Blend the Ingredients: In a blender, combine the canned pumpkin puree, hot almond milk, figs, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, ground cloves, and a pinch of salt.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend the mixture until everything is well combined and the smoothie is creamy. Be careful, its hot! I place a towel over the lid for extra safety.
- Serve: Pour the hot pumpkin smoothie into mugs or cups. If desired, top each serving with a dollop of whipped coconut cream, chopped figs, and a sprinkle of cinnamon for added flavor and presentation.
- Enjoy: Serve your hot pumpkin smoothie immediately while it's still warm and enjoy the cozy fall flavors!
Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more or less maple syrup according to your taste preferences. This hot pumpkin smoothie with fall spices and figs is perfect for warming up on a crisp autumn day or as a comforting treat by the fireplace.