Pumpkin Spice Milkshake

Name: Pumpkin Spice Milkshake
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 4 cups vanilla ice cream; ¾ cup milk ((I used 2%)); ½ cup canned pure pumpkin; 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste ((or vanilla extract)); 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice; Toppings: whipped cream, pumpkin pie spice, or caramel sauce ((if desired))

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by Gayle on Oct 16, 2023 (updated Sep 16, 2024) 0 comments »

Pumpkin Spice Milkshake is smooth, creamy, and tastes like your favorite pie. Made with pumpkin puree, creamy vanilla ice cream, and cozy spices, this sweet treat is perfect for the season!

The fall season is officially here, friends.

And if you’ve been hanging around here long enough, you know that it’s my favorite time of year. Pumpkin everything, apple treats, the cooler weather, leaves changing colors…I could go on and on.

Of course, I also bring out all of the pumpkin goodies! From pumpkin cheesecake cookies, pumpkin pecan bars, and pumpkin cobbler, it’s safe to say that I adore pumpkin. And don’t even get me started on those addicting pumpkin cream cold brews or pumpkin spice lattes from Starbucks….those are my kryptonite.

But, back to the star of today…this creamy pumpkin spice milkshake. It makes the most delicious fall treat, whether it’s still hot outside or starting to get a bit cooler. It’s almost like eating a slice of pumpkin pie, but in sippable, ice cream form.

And it’s the perfect way to get a fun dose of pumpkin spice flavors. With just a handful of ingredients and about 5 minutes, you can have this creamy, dreamy, frosty shake ready to enjoy.

This decadent pumpkin spice milkshake is made with a few cups of vanilla ice cream, real pumpkin, and pumpkin pie spice. And by adding a swirl of caramel sauce and whipped cream, this shake becomes irresistibly delicious.

pumpkin shake in a clear glass with a wooden spoon

Ingredients in Pumpkin Pie Shakes:

Vanilla ice cream
Milk: Whole milk, 2% or skim milk works best
Pure pumpkin: be sure to use pure pumpkin (or pumpkin puree), not pumpkin pie filling
Vanilla
Pumpkin pie spice

How to Make Pumpkin Pie Milkshakes:

In the canister of a blender, add the vanilla ice cream, milk, pumpkin, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice. Blend until it reaches your desired consistency. If needed, add a bit more milk to thin out.
Pour into two glasses and garnish with whipped cream, pumpkin pie spice, and/or a drizzle of caramel sauce, if desired. Serve immediately.

What Kind of Pumpkin Should You Use?

You want to make sure that you are using pure pumpkin from a can (unless you want to go the extra mile and use a fresh pumpkin). Pumpkin pie filling is not the same as canned pumpkin puree, as it contains sugars and other ingredients commonly used in pumpkin pie.

Topping Ideas:

A dollop of whipped cream
A dash of pumpkin pie spice or ground cinnamon
A drizzle of caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Crushed graham crackers (for a pumpkin pie texture)

Variations:

Swap out the ice cream: use pumpkin ice cream or even a French vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt.
Is your milkshake too thick? Add a touch of milk to thin it out.
Love pumpkin spice lattes? Add a few shots of chilled espresso or coffee to make this a pumpkin spice latte milkshake recipe.
Add some mix-ins: Crumbled shortbread cookies, M&Ms, or even Oreos would make a delicious addition.
Switch up the flavor: swirl in some maple syrup or brown sugar for added flavor.
Want a boozy pumpkin shake? Add some vodka (a flavored vodka, such as caramel or whipped cream vodka would be tasty) or Bailey’s liqueur.

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