Set yourself up for the day with this velvety smooth, creamy, thick & incredibly delicious Chocolate Tahini Pumpkin Smoothie. It might taste rich enough for dessert but it is healthy, satisfying and full of nutrients!
It's now October so I think I can safely publish my first pumpkin recipe of the year. I might have waited until now to share my new Chocolate Pumpkin Tahini Smoothie recipe, but I couldn't hold out this long without breaking into last years pumpkin recipes.
I have been making my Pumpkin Pecan & Chocolate Granola Bars regularly for a few weeks now. They are absolutely perfect for snacking, lunch boxes and even for quick on the go breakfasts. I also plan on making my Vegan Pumpkin Pie this weekend as it desperately needs rephotographing.....(that's my excuse and I'm sticking to it!)
Smoothies are such a quick and easy breakfast option and I love them. I have been making my Healthy Chocolate Smoothie at least weekly since I published it in March and I noticed this week that my local greengrocer has fresh locally grown cranberries in stock so I will be introducing my Cranberry Walnut & Apple Smoothie to the breakfast rotation again soon.
Until then pumpkin is taking centre stage and chocolate is such an obvious accompaniment. The two go so well together. The tahini was actually an afterthought but I am thankful that I tried it because it works amazingly well with the other flavours.
This smoothie is extremely thick and rich and is probably the creamiest, velvetiest smoothie I have ever made. You have the beautiful and very flavoursome tahini to thank for that. It works like a dream both in texture and taste.
The slightly bitter roasted sesame flavour compliments the chocolate and pumpkin and adds healthy fat and lots of staying power. Serve it in a glass or as a smoothie bowl with lots of lovely toppings. I sprinkled mine generously with cacao nibs and sesame seeds!
As with most smoothies, this Chocolate Tahini Pumpkin Smoothie is extremely easy to make. Just throw everything in a blender and a minute or two later you will be in breakfast heaven. It's great for using up that half a cup of pumpkin you often have left after making other recipes!
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Chocolate Tahini Pumpkin Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 frozen banana (or a fresh banana and 5 ice cubes)
- 1 tablespoon cocoa
- 8 tablespoons | ½ cup pumpkin puree canned or fresh
- 1 slightly heaping tablespoon tahini
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 180mls | ¾ cup non-dairy milk
INSTRUCTIONS
- Add all ingredients to a blender.
- Blend until completely smooth.
- Serve immediately.
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May W. says
Made this for breakfast and I was expecting to taste pumpkin and tahini... but it ended up tasting like chocolate ice cream??!!! There must be some sorcery going on here! And the texture is perfectly velvety! (Btw I used frozen leftover pumpkin and homemade almond milk.)
A Virtual Vegan says
It's so good isn't it? Anything that tastes like dessert for breakfast is a good thing ;O) I'm really pleased you enjoyed it!
Vegan Heaven says
What a great combo!! I love tahini, but I usually only have it in hummus or salad dressings. Can't wait to try this!
A Virtual Vegan says
You will love it then! Thanks Sina :O)
Melissa @ Vegan Huggs says
This looks so rich & creamy! Chocolate, tahini and pumpkin just sound fabulous together! I've gotta give this one a try.
A Virtual Vegan says
Thank you Melissa. Let me know what you think if you try it! :O)
Gin says
I think any fall day would have a head start on being perfect if it starts with this smoothie! I was skeptical about the chocolate-pumpkin combo until I tried it in some pumpkin chocolate chip cookies, and now I know it's the best thing ever.
A Virtual Vegan says
I totally agree! I love starting the day with a breakfast that tastes like dessert but is healthy. This is one of them!
Nadia says
Mmm chocolate and tahini is always a winning combination! Love the addition of pumpkin for an autumnal feel :)
A Virtual Vegan says
Thank you Nadia. It's that time of year. i just have to cram pumpkin into everything!!!
Hedi says
Oh wow, all of my favourite ingredients in a big jar of smoothie?? Yes please!!
A Virtual Vegan says
They are so good together!
Cadry says
I love the idea of adding tahini to a smoothie, especially with chocolate and pumpkin. Tahini gets a lot of love in my household, but never in drinks for some reason. Got to change that!
A Virtual Vegan says
Yes you must change that. It's great in smoothies and shakes!
Mary Ellen @ VNutrition says
Oooh, this looks good! I'm going to try it this weekend for my smoothie bowl!
A Virtual Vegan says
Thank you and I hope you enjoy it!
Linda @ Veganosity says
I'm all about pumpkin recipes right now and this looks delicious! I can't wait to try it. :)
A Virtual Vegan says
Thank you Linda!
Ginny McMeans says
Uber tasty sounding!
A Virtual Vegan says
Thank you Ginny!
Tazim says
What a yummy-sounding combination of ingredients! I'm obsessed with tahini, so love that you used it in this smoothie!
A Virtual Vegan says
Thanks Tazim. Tahini is just awesome isn't it? :O)
Amy Katz from Veggies Save The Day says
Mmmm,,,You know I love chocolate smoothies, and I love the addition of pumpkin in this one. I can't wait to try it!
A Virtual Vegan says
You can't beat a chocolate smoothie to start the day and with it being pumpkin season it just had to be done! Thanks Amy :O)
Kelly @ TastingPage says
Love the tahini addition here. Nice twist!
A Virtual Vegan says
Thank you!
Sophia | Veggies Don't Bite says
I love tahini in smoothies! And I love the idea of putting it with chocolate and pumpkin. Perfect fall treat!
A Virtual Vegan says
They are so good together! Thanks Sophia :O)
A Virtual Vegan says
Heading off to check that recipe out now! This flavour combo is such a winner!
Dianne's Vegan Kitchen says
I love pumpkin, chocolate, and tahini separately, but I've never thought to put them all together. This recipe is pure genius!
A Virtual Vegan says
Thank you Dianne! They are so great together :O)
Becky Striepe says
What a delicious way to use up leftover pumpkin!
A Virtual Vegan says
It sure is! Thanks Becky :O)
Jenn says
Loving this flavor combo! I love pumpkin and chocolate. I love tahini and chocolate. So why not all three together?! Perfection! Looks so yum!
A Virtual Vegan says
Thanks Jenn. You will love it!