Pumpkins!!!

These are the first of many pumpkin recipes I plan on playing with this season.  The first is a yummy vegan latte that I made for myself.  The second is a pumpkin smoothie I made when my 5 year old protested that she didn't get a latte.  For both recipes, I used flaxmilk, but you can use whichever non-dairy milk you prefer. 

Vegan Pumpkin Smoothie - Kid Approved!

Makes one smoothie

This is not a thick smoothie.  If you prefer it thick, add more frozen banana or freeze the pumpkin beforehand.  

1 c vanilla flavored non-dairy milk (or milk + 1/2 tsp vanilla extract)

1/3 c pumpkin puree

1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/8 tsp ginger

1/8 tsp allspice

1 frozen banana

Blend all in high speed blender until smooth.  

Vegan Chai Spiced Pumpkin Latte

makes one large latte or two small

I also Rice Whip to make this soy free.  This is sweet enough for me, but you can add additional sugar if needed and to make it extra pumpkin-y, use Pumpkin Spice coffee!

1 c non-dairy milk 

2 Tbsp pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)

1 Tbsp organic brown sugar

1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract

1/4 tsp cardamom

1/4 tsp cinnamon

1/8 tsp nutmeg

1 whole clove

1/2 c strongly brewed coffee (preferably pumpkin flavored)

vegan whipped topping (optional)

Heat non-dairy milk in a small saucepan with pumpkin, sugar and spices.  Bring to a boil while whisking together.  Remove from heat as soon as it boils and discard clove.  Pour into glass(es).  Pour coffee in and top with whip cream if desired.