Isn’t Fall the Best Season?
Fall foods are my most favorite out of all the seasons. It’s the season filled with the ultimate comfort food! I do love food of every season but nothing compares the aromas and the enjoyment of fall food in my opinion.
A Healthier Way to do Pumpkin Spice
In my unhealthy days, I used to drink a well-known coffee company’s Pumpkin Spice Lattes about once or twice a week. Unfortunately, they are filled with refined sugars, chemicals and GMO’s so I have kicked them out of my diet. Not to mention, they are expensive!
Instead, I have found my own way of making a cup of fall comfort at home with unrefined, clean and healthy ingredients from whole food. It is so satisfying!
I like to make the hot version of a PSL but I also came up with a cold version which is dairy free that can be served as a snack, dessert or even breakfast! It’s THAT healthy.
An Immune Boosting Power-Packed Pumpkin Punch
One of the best parts of this shake is the addition of doTERRA’s OnGuard Essential Oil Blend which helps support our immune systems. It adds flavor and boosts your immune system at the same time!
I love giving this shake to my kids for an occasional treat because I know the ingredients are nutrient filled and they are getting essential oils to help to boost their immunity -especially during the colder months. It is your choice to include this yummy essential oil but I highly recommend it!
This Pumpkin Spice Shake Can be Made AIP Friendly.
In the recipe, I have included substitutions to make the shake AIP (Autoimmune Protocol) friendly.
Nutmeg is a spice that is not on the AIP spice list but is in pumpkin pie spice. For those of your following the AIP protocol, you should not use pre-blended pumpkin pie spice. It is really easy to make your own.
The Best Ingredients to Use for Your Pumpkin Shake
- Collagen Protein is my go-to when it comes to getting enough protein. I always add it to my drinks, whether it is hot tea, smoothies or shakes. Here is the kind I love. It thickens the shake and does not turn it gelatinous and is wonderful for vibrant skin and healthy hair and nails.
- Organic, Whole Pumpkin is a crucial ingredient in this shake. The most inexpensive place I have found it is here.
- Organic, Filler Free Coconut Milk is a staple in our house and so I stock up on it every month. One place I love to buy it because it’s is so inexpensive is here.
- Organic Spices are not a gimmick. It’s actually really important to purchase your spices organic so you can be sure they don’t contain heavy metals or high levels of herbicides and pesticides. One place I get my organic spices at is here.
- Organic Vanilla Extract can be really expensive these days. I have found it for a great price here.
- Grade 1 On Guard Essential Oil is a flavorful and therapeutic addition to this shake and will help anyone feeling under the weather fight off the ailment. If you want to purchase yours at retail cost, click here. If you would like to start a wholesale account and get On Guard and all the rest of your essential oils at 25% off, click here to create your account.
Pumpkin Spice Shake {with OnGuard ~ Dairy Free}
- 1 C. Organic, Full Fat Coconut milk (or milk of choice)
- ¼ c. Organic Pumpkin Puree (Canned or homemade roasted pumpkin works)
- 2 Bananas, Frozen
- 1 tsp. Organic Vanilla Extract
- 1 tsp. Organic Pumpkin Pie Spice (For AIP sub ½ tsp. cinnamon, ¼ tsp. cardamom, ⅛ tsp. cloves & ¼ tsp. ground ginger)
- 2 tsp. Collagen Peptides (linked in the post)
- 2-3 drops of On Guard Protective Essential Oil Blend (Optional but highly recommended.
- 1 C. of ice
- Add all of the ingredients to a blender. A Vitamix works the best for grinding up and pureeing frozen foods. This is a thick shake!
- Blend ingredients until pureed.
- Top with coconut whipped cream and a dash of pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon (for AIP.)
You will note that this recipe is 3 servings. These treats are made to eat or drink in moderation. If one person was to drink all three servings they would intake too much sugar for one day and one sitting. All treats in moderation, especially if you are AIP.
When Your Craving Something Sweet for Fall and Want to Choose Healthily
I would encourage you to try my healthy Pumpkin Spice Shake which will not only satisfy your sweet craving but it will also boost your immune system. Better yet, invite a friend over and share the shake with her. You’ll love it.
Let me know if you try this shake in the comments below. You can also rate it to tell me how much you loved it!
PS Don’t leave out the On Guard! It’s delicious.
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