Coconut Pumpkin Smoothie Bowl

Cozy up your breakfast or snack routine with a seasonal take on the coconut pumpkin smoothie bowl. The base of this vibrant smoothie is a dance of pumpkin and coconut flavors by way of pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice, coconut milk, and coconut yogurt. This recipe not only satisfies your fall-flavored cravings, but provides you with protein, fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup canned pumpkin
• 1/2 cup light canned coconut milk
• 1 5- to 6-oz container coconut-flavor low-fat Greek yogurt
• 2 Tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 2 bananas, sliced, half the slices frozen
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 1/4 cup raw pepita seeds
• 1/4 cup dried cranberries
• 2 Tbsp toasted coconut chips
• 2 tsp chia seeds

Instructions:

1. In a blender, combine pumpkin, coconut milk, yogurt, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, frozen banana slices, and ice cubes. Cover and blend until smooth.
2. Pour the smoothie into four bowls. Top with the remaining banana slices, pepitas, cranberries, coconut chips, and chia seeds.