Introduction

This pumpkin spice milkshake is the coziest fall treat, blending real pumpkin with warm autumn spices and vanilla ice cream.

It tastes like pumpkin pie in a glass, creamy and gently spiced, ready in five minutes without turning on the oven.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Servings: 2
• Calories: 290 per serving

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Ready in 5 minutes — just blend and serve
• Rich, real flavor — from quality ingredients
• Thick, creamy texture — thanks to good ice cream
• Only a few ingredients — easy to keep on hand
• Easy to customize — with dairy-free or protein twists

Background

This pumpkin spice milkshake delivers great flavor and a creamy texture using simple ingredients for an easy homemade treat.

Ingredients

Makes 2 generous servings. Use the best vanilla ice cream you can find.

• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 1/2 cups vanilla ice cream
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)

Equipment

• High-speed blender
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Tall serving glasses
• Spoon

Instructions

1. Add the pumpkin puree, vanilla ice cream, milk, spice, and maple syrup to a blender.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 20 to 30 seconds.
3. Pour into a chilled glass and serve immediately.

Tips for the Best Pumpkin Spice Milkshake

• Use pure pumpkin puree not pie filling, so you control the sweetness.
• Warm spices pumpkin pie spice or a cinnamon-nutmeg-ginger mix.
• Maple syrup pairs perfectly with pumpkin.
• Top with cinnamon and whipped cream.

Variations

Make It Your Own

Add a drizzle of sauce, a handful of mix-ins, or a different ice cream base. The core method stays the same.

Dairy-Free Version

Use dairy-free ice cream and plant-based milk such as oat or almond.

Protein Version

Add one scoop of vanilla protein powder with a little extra milk.

Serving Suggestions

Cookies, wafers, or a slice of cake.

Serve in chilled tall glasses with a straw. Top with whipped cream and your favorite garnish.

Storage

Best enjoyed fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours and blend again before serving.

Nutrition

Frequently Asked Questions

Canned or fresh pumpkin?

Canned pure pumpkin is easiest and consistent.

No pumpkin pie spice?

Use cinnamon plus a pinch each of nutmeg and ginger.

Dairy-free?

Use dairy-free ice cream and plant milk.

Thicker?

Use more ice cream or less milk.

Conclusion

Rich, creamy, and satisfying, this pumpkin spice milkshake is a treat worth making again and again.

This is the perfect homemade Pumpkin Spice Milkshake. Enjoy it!

Mara Voss

Pumpkin Spice Milkshake

A cozy pumpkin spice milkshake blended in 5 minutes.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Servings: 2 servings

Calories: 290

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
• 1 1/2 cups vanilla ice cream
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1 tbsp maple syrup

Method

 

1. Add the pumpkin puree, vanilla ice cream, milk, spice, and maple syrup to a blender.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 20 to 30 seconds.
3. Pour into a chilled glass and serve immediately.

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