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Say goodbye to summer and hello to sweater weather with this cozy, creamy sweet potato smoothie! Made with sweet potatoes, maple syrup, and a dash of pumpkin spice, it’s like sipping on all the best parts of fall. Bonus: it’s ready in just 15 minutes!

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Your New Go-To Fall Breakfast

As the air cools and the leaves take on the colors of the rainbow, there’s no denying it: fall is here. And with fall comes the desire to get festive, so let’s kick off the season with this sweet potato smoothie!

It’s the perfect bridge between summer’s icy berry smoothies and autumn’s warm, spiced beverages. To achieve maximum cozy flavor potential, we’ll use creamy sweet potatoes, aromatic vanilla, and pumpkin spice.

Trust me—it’s guaranteed to get your mind into farmers’ markets, apple picking, and pumpkin carving gear. Whether you’re planning a slow morning at home or needing an energy boost before all your fall festivities, this quick and easy smoothie will get you there.

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“Just made this and it is SO GOOD perfect for fall, thank you!!” —Sam

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A glass filled with sweet potato smoothie and topped with seeds, granola, ginger, and a slice of banana

Here’s What You’ll Need

This cozy fall drink consists of as few as 6 simple ingredients (with some optional mix-ins). Jump to the recipe card for exact measurements—this is only an overview!

  • Sweet Potato: Sweet potatoes add a super creamy consistency to smoothies, and they’re also rich in nutrients (seriously, they’re full of healthy carbs, protein, fiber, and vitamins like A, C, and B6).
  • Banana: To achieve that perfect icy smoothie, pop in a frozen banana.
  • Milk: Smoothies always need liquid, so we’ll use milk to keep things rich and creamy. Any type (cow’s or plant-based) will work!
  • Maple Syrup: We’ll drizzle some maple syrup on top to add flavor and sweetness. (You could also use 2 Medjool dates!)
  • Pumpkin Spice: Add pumpkin spice for that yummy, in-season flavor.
  • Vanilla: Finally, add vanilla extract for the perfect finishing touch.
A bowl filled with diced sweet potato
Peeling your potato is optional (I like to leave the peel on because it has extra fiber and nutrients!).

Making This Smoothie Is As Easy As Pie

This sweet potato smoothie recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare. Jump to the recipe card for the full printable instructions!

Step 1: Prepare The Potato
Peel and dice the sweet potato. Place the cubes in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high until tender. Let them cool before blending.

A blender filled with frozen banana chunks, diced sweet potato, and spices
Start with less milk (about ¼ cup), then add more as needed to get your blender moving along.

Step 2: Blend The Ingredients
Add the cooked sweet potato and all of the remaining ingredients to a blender, then blitz until smooth.

A blender filled with freshly blended sweet potato smoothie
Feel free to add a spoonful of your favorite nut butter (for a boost of healthy fats) or fresh ginger (for a slightly spicy, zingy flavor).

Additional topping ideas

I like to top my sweet potato smoothie with a handful of granola, but the topping ideas don’t stop there! Here are some more delicious ideas.

  • Nuts: Sprinkle chopped almonds, cashews, or even peanuts on top.
  • Granola: Include your favorite granola for extra crunch and sweetness.
  • Seeds: Add hemp, chia, or even flaxseeds for more nutrients.
  • Cacao: Add a bit of chocolatey goodness with cacao nibs!
Pouring sweet potato smoothie from a blender into a glass

More Sweet Potato Treats

A glass filled with sweet potato smoothie and topped with seeds, granola, ginger, and a slice of banana

Quick Sweet Potato Smoothie (With Pumpkin Spice!)

4.20 from 5 ratings
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 4 minutes
Total: 14 minutes
Servings: 2 smoothies
Say goodbye to summer and hello to sweater weather with this cozy, creamy sweet potato smoothie! Made with sweet potatoes, maple syrup, and a dash of pumpkin spice, it’s like sipping on all the best parts of fall. Bonus: it’s ready in just 15 minutes!

Ingredients 

  • 1 cup diced sweet potato, about 1 medium potato
  • 1 banana, previously sliced and frozen
  • ¼ to ½ cup milk, can sub dairy-free, 60 to 120 mL
  • 2 Tbsp maple syrup, or 2 medjool dates
  • 2 tsp pumpkin spice
  • ¼ tsp vanilla extract
  • Optional: spoonful of nut butter, a thumb of fresh ginger
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Instructions 

  • Potato: If you like, peel the sweet potato. Then dice. Set in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave on high for 3 to 4 minutes until tender. Let cool before blending.
    A glass bowl filled with cubed sweet potatoes, perfect for a vibrant sweet potato smoothie, rests on a blue surface.
  • Blend: Add cooked sweet potato and all remaining ingredients to a blender, then blitz until smooth. Start with ¼ cup milk, adding more as needed. Optionally, add a spoonful of nut butter (for a boost of healthy fats) or fresh ginger (for a slightly spicy, zingy flavor). Serve immediately.
    Close-up of a blender containing a light brown sweet potato smoothie batter with small air bubbles beautifully dotting the surface.

Nutrition

Serving: 1smoothie | Calories: 179kcal | Carbohydrates: 41.5g | Protein: 2.9g | Fat: 1.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.6g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 38mg | Potassium: 552mg | Fiber: 3.7g | Sugar: 24.4g | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutrition information calculated by Sarah Bond, degreed nutritionist.

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14 Comments

  1. Jack says:

    5 stars
    Hi SARAH!
    This smoothie sounds strange and tempting. I tried to follow your instructions, resulting in a delicious sweet potato smoothie. Let me ask what is the most important step in this recipe to have a quality smoothie?

    1. Sarah says:

      The frozen banana is key! 😀

  2. Liz says:

    This sounds an interesting smoothie but what is pumpkin spice.? Or what makes up pumpkin spice please?

  3. Emily says:

    1 star
    I’m sorry, but I am unable to eat this. I had to add a bunch of peanut butter to make it edible. It turned out so bad.

    1. Sarah says:

      Sorry to hear it, Emily! Thanks for letting us know how it went though.

  4. Jennifer says:

    Hi thanks for the recipe but why does the sweet potato need to be cooked?

    1. Sarah says:

      It will blend better! 😀

  5. Brenda says:

    I am allergic to bananas but so many smoothie recipes use bananas. How can I make up for this? Thanks so much!

    1. Sarah says:

      You can use 1/4 cup of yogurt, coconut milk, or even an avocado! Just compensate the sweetness with a touch of honey or sugar.

  6. Sam says:

    5 stars
    Just made this and it is SO GOOD perfect for fall, thank you!!

    1. Sarah Bond says:

      So happy to hear you loved it, Sam!

  7. Megan says:

    5 stars
    Creamy goodness in a glass! This is a wonderful morning treat and perfectly used the rest of the sweet potato I had left from the Sweet Potato Cinnamon Rolls (which were also amazing!). I love the spices in this smoothie! I will definitely add this into my smoothie rotation. Simple and delicious!

    1. Sarah Bond says:

      Thrilled you loved it, thanks for the review, Megan!!