What happens when you put butternut squash in a smoothie? It disappears. You cannot taste squash. What you taste is a thick, creamy chocolate shake with a warmth from the pumpkin pie spice that sits in the background. The squash is there for body and nutrition, not flavour. It replaces banana as the thickener.
Almond milk, butternut squash (cooked or from a carton of puree), chocolate Shakeology, pumpkin pie spice, and ice. Into a blender, processed until smooth. Two minutes. That is actually it.
How to Make Chocolate Butternut Squash Smoothie
Get the Squash Ready
You need cooked butternut squash, soft enough to blend smooth. Roast a squash and freeze portions, or use pre-made butternut squash puree from the store. 
Raw squash will not blend into a smooth texture and has a starchy, unpleasant taste. If roasting your own, cut in half, scoop seeds, roast at 200C (400F) cut-side down for 40 minutes, scoop the flesh, and cool before blending.
Blend on High
Add the almond milk first, then the squash, Shakeology, pumpkin pie spice, and ice. Blend on high for 60 seconds until completely smooth.
If it is too thick, add more almond milk a tablespoon at a time. The squash makes this thicker than a typical smoothie, which is part of the appeal. It should pour slowly, not splash.
Chocolate Butternut Squash Smoothie
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Creamy, chocolatey, and subtly spiced with pumpkin pie spice, this smoothie is a healthy and delicious treat. Perfect for a quick breakfast or afternoon pick-me-up.
Ingredients
- 1 cups (237 ml) almond milk
- 1 cups (237 ml) butternut squash
- 1 scoop chocolate Shakeology
- 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- ice
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, roast the butternut squash before blending.
- If you don’t have Shakeology, use your favorite chocolate protein powder instead.
- Store leftover smoothie in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 20
- Sodium: 100
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 15
- Cholesterol: 10
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I taste the butternut squash?
No. The chocolate and pumpkin pie spice dominate. The squash blends into a creamy base that tastes like a milkshake. People who do not like squash will not detect it.
What is Shakeology?
A meal-replacement protein powder sold by Beachbody. If you do not have it, use any chocolate protein powder or 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder with a teaspoon of honey.
Can I use pumpkin instead?
Yes. Canned pumpkin puree works the same way. The flavour is slightly different but the texture and the way it disappears behind the chocolate are identical.
do you need pumpkin pie spice
Not strictly, but you want some warmth in the blend. If you don’t have pumpkin pie spice, a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg gets close. I’ve also tried a grind of cardamom and it worked well with the chocolate. Without any spice it tastes flatter than you’d expect.