Hot Pumpkin Goji Smoothie
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This warming smoothie hits the spot on a cool fall or winter morning. You will be surprised how much of a treat this smoothie is, and it is so good for you too. It is definitely one of my faves.
Author: Cathy Russell, cathyrussellcreativenutrition.com
Recipe type: Smoothie
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 1
Ingredients
- ¼ to ⅓ cup roasted pumpkin (fresh or canned)
- 2 tbsp hemp seeds
- 1 tbsp pumpkin seeds
- 1 to 2 tbsp goji berries
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice (or ½ tsp cinnamon ¼ tsp ginger ⅛ tsp allspice ⅛ tsp cloves)
- Pinch vanilla powder or ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups hot but not boiling water
- Sweeten with 2-3 dates, ½ tbsp raw honey or more or a few drops of liquid stevia
Instructions
- Blend together and enjoy immediately. Be careful when blending warm liquids as they can push the top off of your blender and explode into a nasty mess.
Notes
To make your own pumpkin purée:
Simply cut a Sugar Pumpkin in half and place in a roasting pan with a bit of water, cut side down. Bake at 350F for 40+ min. or until soft. Cool, peel and purée. Use right away or freeze.
Simply cut a Sugar Pumpkin in half and place in a roasting pan with a bit of water, cut side down. Bake at 350F for 40+ min. or until soft. Cool, peel and purée. Use right away or freeze.
Recipe by at https://www.cathyrussellcreativenutrition.com/hot-pumpkin-goji-smoothie-love/