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Pumpkin Milkshakes

Pumpkin Milkshakes

These Pumpkin Milkshakes are creamy, flavorful, and capture the essence of fall in every sip. Quick and easy to make, they combine pumpkin puree, vanilla ice cream, milk, warm spices, and a natural sweetener to create a cozy seasonal treat perfect for any time you want a sweet pick-me-up.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

  • 1 cup vanilla ice cream
  • ½ cup milk
  • ½ cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves)
  • Sweetener of choice to taste (maple syrup, honey, or brown sugar)

Optional Garnishes

  • Whipped cream
  • Caramel sauce
  • Crushed graham crackers
  • Sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg

Variation Ingredients (optional)

  • Almond or oat milk and dairy-free ice cream for dairy-free version
  • Extra ginger or pumpkin pie spice for bolder flavor
  • Cocoa powder or chocolate syrup for chocolate pumpkin variation
  • Vanilla protein powder for added protein boost
  • Almond or peanut butter for nutty notes

Instructions

  1. Gather Your Ingredients: Make sure you have fresh pumpkin puree, vanilla ice cream, milk, your chosen spices, and sweetener ready to go—the better the quality, the tastier the shake.
  2. Blend the Base: In a blender, combine 1 cup vanilla ice cream, ½ cup milk, ½ cup pumpkin puree, 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, and your preferred sweetener to taste. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  3. Taste and Adjust: Give your milkshake a taste and add more sweetener or spices if desired, blending again briefly to mix.
  4. Serve and Garnish: Pour into glasses and top with whipped cream, a sprinkle of cinnamon, or a drizzle of caramel sauce for that perfect final touch.

Notes

  • Use cold ingredients to ensure your shake is thick, chilled, and refreshing.
  • Blend thoroughly to avoid lumps and achieve the best texture.
  • Experiment with spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves to find your preferred flavor balance.
  • Don’t overdo sweeteners as pumpkin puree has natural sweetness.
  • For thicker shakes, add more ice cream or reduce milk slightly.

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