It’s that time of year when the menu takes a turn toward a fan-favorite flavor: pumpkin spice. Pumpkin spice-flavored foods scatter the grocery aisles, and the coffee shops are selling their fall drinks like hotcakes!
Who says your post-workout nutrition can’t be festive and seasonal, too?
Here’s a high-protein pumpkin spice shake that is perfect for after a workout to refuel and replenish. With 18g of protein per 169-calorie serving, this shake recipe is a recipe to keep in your rotation if you’re looking to meet a daily protein target but are also aiming to keep your calories low.
While serving up a hefty 18g of protein, this Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake is also energizing, with 11g of carbs from the milk and pumpkin puree (a pumpkin is a carb, after all!). While protein shakes are a typical go-to for after you hit the gym, it’s also important to fuel up ahead of time, with a pre-workout meal or snack. This recipe works great for both pre-workout and post-workout nutrition.
Pumpkin Spice Protein Shake
Makes 1 serving
Ingredients
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 10 oz unsweetened almond or oat milk (or other milk choice)
- ¼ cup pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup ice
- Optional toppings: whipped cream, cinnamon, nutmeg to taste
Directions
- Add all ingredients to a blender, and blend until smooth.
- Top with optional whipped cream and sprinkle with cinnamon and/or nutmeg to taste.
