It that time of year. The air is crisp, the leaves are falling, and the pumpkin is cooking. I love pumpkin. I swear I could eat and enjoy all things pumpkin. Just today I used some homemade pumpkin spice creamer in my coffee and I used my pumpkin pie sugar scrub. And I am thinking about making some pumpkin pie waffles this weekend. I know one thing I will be enjoying this weekend. Well, most likely every day for a while. I have discovered the love of a pumpkin cheesecake smoothie. It is healthy and decadent and so yummy.
This Pumpkin Cheesecake smoothie makes a fantastic breakfast. It is so filling and easy to make in the morning. As a bonus, I found a way to give it an energy kick. I recently received a sample of Green Virgin’s Moringa powder. Moringa is one of the most nutrient dense plant that has ever been tested.Dr. Oz calls it the “energy blaster.” It contains more vitamins, minerals, proteins, anti-oxidants and amino-acids that any other food. The thing about Moringa powder is that just like an apple will turn brown as it is exposed to air, Moringa is susceptible to oxidization. If it is not packaged properly, the nutrients can easily be destroyed. That is where Green Virgin comes in. They package their Moringa in air type packages to maintain the highest quality.
Moringa Ultimate and Micro Fine Powder can be added into juice or water, and it can be added into smoothies. Like my Pumpkin Cheesecake Smoothie.
Pumpkin Cheesecake Smoothie
1 Cup Canned pumpkin
1 Cup non or low fat vanilla yogurt
1 Cup of non/low fat milk
2 tsp sugar
1 tsp vanilla
1/4 tsp cinnamon
1 tbsp of Green Virgin’s Moringa powder
A dollop of whipped cream and a dash of nutmeg on top
What makes this smoothie so easy to make in the morning is that everything just gets tossed right in. After adding the pumpkin, yogurt and milk into the blender, add in the cinnamon, sugar, and vanilla. Once everything is mixed well, add in the Green Virgin’s Moringa powder.
After pouring the smoothie into 2 glasses, or one large glass, top with a little whipped cream and sprinkle a little nutmeg on top.
Robin (Masshole Mommy)
That sounds like heaven in a cup! I have to try this!
Daisy
I love that it’s that time of year for Pumpkin recipes because Pumpkin is my FAVORITE! I can’t wait to try this recipe.
Liz Mays
I love pumpkin pie and I also love cheesecake. So I can’t help but love this recipe.
Myrah - Coupon Mamacita
This looks delicious! I’ll have to give this one a try. I love the fact that it’s healthy, too. Healthy and tasty is always a winner.
Meagan
I love the taste of pumpkin! What a great idea to combine cheesecake and pumpkin together in a smoothie! going to have to try this.
Tammi @ My Organized Chaos
Mmm, looks delicious! I need to get some of that powder, my energy is totally lacking these days!
Deborah A.
I’ve never heard of Moringa powder before. This smoothie looks amazing! And very festive.
Kenda Smith
I just bookmarked this so fast I think I broke my mouse. This is everything I love in one glass. This could become a dangerous winter addiction! lol
Myrah - Coupon Mamacita
I’m very interested in this Green Virgin’s Moringa powder. It sounds like a super healthy addition to my morning smoothies.
Dawn
This Green Virgin’s Moringa powder sounds really cool. I’m always interested in an easy way to improve my health.
Nolie
Sounds delicious I not only pinned it but also bookmarked it to remember next time I go grocery shopping.
kristin
That Sounds so Yummy. I love any kind of cheese cake.
Ann Bacciaglia
This looks so good i can not wait to try it. I make a smoothie every morning for breakfast.
Emily @ Baby Dickey
Pumpkin + cheesecake – two of my favorite things! And if I can drink it down, even better. YUM! This sounds great.
Stacey - Craft Blogger
I’ve never heard of Green Virgin’s Moringa before. It sounds like it’s a great addition to anyone’s diet, though. I’ll have to find some to try.
Shauna
Oooh yummy… I love pumpkin pie and smoothies, so why not, right? Love to give this a try. Thanks for posting.
Maria
This sounds too amazing! I love healthy eating, and this is on my must-try list!
Marina @ Mommy Snippets
Mmm, that sounds and looks pretty yummy. I’m all about pumpkin anything!
Aimee Smith
Yummy! I love all things pumpkin this time of year!
Mama to 5 BLessings
What a great Fall recipe. Live pumpkin, what a nice healthy recipe!
Amy Desrosiers
Wow, this looks like my kind of drink! i love anything pumpkin!
Nancy @ Whispered Inspirations
That looks delicious, I don’t think that I’ve ever tried it in smoothie form. And healthy too!
David
This would be a great appetizer or post dinner snack for Christmas gatherings.