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    Published: Sep 13, 2022 · Modified: Dec 27, 2022 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 46 Comments

    Skinny Pumpkin Spice Malted Milkshake

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    A pumpkin spice malted milkshake in a glass with an orange straw.

    This Skinny Pumpkin Spice Malted Milkshake is made in under 5 minutes, and is under 300 calories! It is a creamy and delicious blend of pumpkin purée, low-fat frozen vanilla yogurt, malt powder, vanilla extract, and spices. You'll love it from your very first sip to your last!

    A tall glass filled with a Skinny Pumpkin Spice Malted Milkshake and an orange straw.

    This delicious frozen pumpkin smoothie can be enjoyed throughout the year. Since it's cold and creamy, it's also refreshing to drink during the dog days of summer, not just during pumpkin season.

    I originally shared this recipe in 2014. I've recently updated this post with additional information, including a recipe card, complete with nutritional information. The recipe itself, however, has remained unchanged.

    Jump to:
    • 🛒The ingredients
    • 💡What's the difference between a shake and a malt?
    • 🔔Why this recipe works
    • ✎What is the difference between pumpkin purée and pumpkin pie filling?
    • 🛑Can pumpkin pie filling be used in this recipe?
    • ❓FAQ's
    • ☑️Gluten-free substitutions for malted milk powder
    • 🚦Is canned pumpkin purée good for you?
    • 🔑More information regarding the health benefits of canned pumpkin purée
    • 📌Additional canned pumpkin purée recipes:
    • Printable Recipe Card

    🛒The ingredients

    A visual ingredient list for making Skinny Pumpkin Spice Malted Milkshake

    💡What's the difference between a shake and a malt?

    Malted Milk Powder - This ingredient is what makes this particular pumpkin spice smoothie different than any others you may have found. The malted milk powder works in rounding out all the flavors and gives an updated twist to an old-fashioned classic. Of course you can leave malted milk powder out, but why would you?

    A pumpkin spice milkshake won't use the malted milk powder.

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    🔔Why this recipe works

    What's that, you say? You love pumpkin pie but not all the calories that go along with it! 

    My Low-Calorie Pumpkin Pie Malted has all the flavors you love in a big slice of pumpkin pie, but with only a handful of calories.

    ✎What is the difference between pumpkin purée and pumpkin pie filling?

    Canned pumpkin purée won't include any sweetener or spices included in the ingredients. A can of pumpkin purée is a mashup of cooked winter squash of the orange variety (i.e. pumpkin, butternut, acorn).

    Canned pumpkin pie filling will already have the spices and sweetener added to the mash of cooked orange winter squash making it a tad more convenient to use in baked goods if you're in a pinch.

    🛑Can pumpkin pie filling be used in this recipe?

    It can, however, since (as mentioned above) pumpkin pie filling already has the sweetener and spices added, the calorie count listed in the printable recipe card will increase significantly.

    ❓FAQ's

    What is malted milk powder?

    Malted milk powder is a combination of wheat flour, malted barley extracts,
    powdered milk, salt, and sodium bicarbonate.

    Where is malted milk powder found in the grocery store?

    It is found in the baking aisle possibly close to the evaporated and sweetened condensed milk, and/or by the chocolate drink mix powder.

    Is this recipe gluten free?

    No. Malted milk powder contains wheat flour.

    Can chocolate flavored malted milk powder be used?

    Sure. In a pinch I say GO FOR IT!!

    ☑️Gluten-free substitutions for malted milk powder

    Coconut milk powder and also Maca powder will make great gluten-free substitutions for malted milk powder if needed.

    On orange Pumpkin Spice Malted Milkshake in a glass with colorful leaves on the table.

    🚦Is canned pumpkin purée good for you?

    Often, fresh fruits and vegetables are far better for you than their canned counterparts. However, the health benefits of fresh pumpkin puree versus canned pumpkin puree are identical.

    Both choices are excellent and a source of Vitamin A, iron, potassium, and nutrients. Canned pumpkin puree is also low in sodium (somewhat unusual for a canned vegetable), packed with fiber, and low in calories.

    🔑More information regarding the health benefits of canned pumpkin purée

    Check out this informative article from Eat This, Not That!

    📌Additional canned pumpkin purée recipes:

    • You'll be pleasantly pleased after your first sip of this Pumpkin Spice Martini. After your second sip, you'll be warm all over. You're welcome!! 🙂 Enjoy Responsibly!
    • Pumpkin Corn Chowder with Shrimp is an easy and seasonal way to upgrade a family favorite. Get ready for rave reviews when you set this thirty-minute meal on the table! 
    • Don't serve your family and friends boring looking Pumpkin Hand Pies! Charm them first with their looks, and then dazzle them with their taste!

    ⭐If you've made this recipe, or are excited to make this recipe, I'd appreciate it if you'd take a moment to leave it a star rating on the recipe card, along with a comment if you're so inclined. Thank you. 🙂

    Printable Recipe Card

    A tall glass filled with a Low Calorie Pumpkin Pie Milkshake and an orange straw.

    Skinny Pumpkin Spice Malted Milkshake

    Renee Goerger
    This Skinny Pumpkin Spice Malted Milkshake is made in under 5 minutes! It is a creamy and delicious blend of pumpkin purée, low-fat frozen vanilla yogurt, malt powder, vanilla extract, and spices. You'll love it from your very first sip to your last!
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course beverages, Smoothie
    Servings 2 servings
    Calories 273 kcal

    Equipment

    • blender
    • measuring cups and spoons
    • wooden spoon
    • tall serving glasses
    • nutmeg grater optional
    • can opener
    • straws
    • long handled spoons

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin purée
    • 1½ cups low-fat, low-sugar frozen vanilla yogurt
    • 1 cup low-fat milk
    • 1 tablespoon malted milk powder (original flavor)
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • ⅛ teaspoon grated nutmeg
    • 1 cup ice

    Instructions
     

    • Place all of the ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.
    • Serve immediately.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servingCalories: 273kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 9gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 193mgPotassium: 472mgFiber: 1gSugar: 40gVitamin A: 561IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 338mgIron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Natalie says

      September 14, 2022 at 3:52 am

      5 stars
      Never had a pumpkin pie milkshake before. This is incredible! Even my picky eaters loved it, thanks!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        September 14, 2022 at 8:10 am

        I'm glad this was a hit with your picky eaters. That's awesome!

        Reply
    2. Phoebe says

      September 13, 2022 at 9:11 pm

      5 stars
      I can see this becoming my new fall drink! The flavor combo is perfect!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        September 14, 2022 at 8:10 am

        So glad you enjoyed it, Phoebe. Thank you!

        Reply
    3. Shadi says

      September 13, 2022 at 8:37 pm

      5 stars
      This is absolutely delicious! I love that it’s such a crowd pleaser for the whole family

      Reply
      • Renée says

        September 14, 2022 at 8:11 am

        It's so nice to be able to please the entire family.
        Thanks for letting me know, Shadi!

        Reply
    4. JAANKARI HO ACHHI says

      June 23, 2020 at 7:21 am

      Nice

      Reply
    5. Zero Calorie Foods says

      December 12, 2014 at 6:07 am

      Love the recipe, i thinks its healthy and easy to make as well.

      Reply
    6. Pam says

      November 10, 2014 at 12:17 am

      you had me at pumpkin, fantastic idea and love the idea of adding malt

      Reply
    7. Kirsten/ComfortablyDomestic says

      November 06, 2014 at 7:05 pm

      Sounds fantastic! I could definitely do well sipping on one of these malts.

      Reply
    8. Kim Bee says

      November 05, 2014 at 8:28 pm

      Shut the front door, this is amazing. I am so blown away by this one.

      Reply
    9. Angie Barrett says

      November 05, 2014 at 2:40 pm

      mmmmm I that I'll have this WITH some pumpkin pie hee hee. Love it!

      Reply
    10. Cindys Recipes and Writings says

      November 05, 2014 at 10:35 am

      I love malt. I never mixed it with anything but chocolate or coffee before. Great idea!

      Reply
    11. Karissa K. says

      November 05, 2014 at 2:40 am

      I love malted milk powder. This recipe sounds amazing!

      Reply
    12. Meseidy says

      November 05, 2014 at 2:43 am

      I am ok with drinking my pumpkin pie! 😉

      Reply
    13. Nutmeg Nanny says

      November 05, 2014 at 2:17 am

      This milkshake looks amazing! I love that you threw in a little bit of that pumpkin pie flavor...yum!

      Reply
    14. Marjory @ Dinner-Mom says

      November 05, 2014 at 1:00 am

      Such a great way to get your pumpkin fix without breaking the calorie banks!

      Reply
    15. Angela | Mind Over Batter says

      November 04, 2014 at 11:21 pm

      Lightened up, you say? Looks indulgent to me!! Gosh, when will we have a future where I can ask for something and it will materialize in front of me?

      Reply
    16. Ginny McMeans says

      November 04, 2014 at 12:03 am

      This looks so satisfying and low calories too? Fantastic!

      Reply
    17. Erin Dee says

      November 03, 2014 at 10:00 pm

      This sounds like the best use of malted milk powder ever! And love that there's half a can of pumpkin per serving. That makes this practically health food. 😉

      Reply
    18. Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes says

      November 03, 2014 at 7:04 pm

      Ahhh this is great for the fall! Pumpkin pie in a glass!

      Reply
    19. Back for Seconds says

      November 03, 2014 at 5:19 pm

      Oh my goodness. I'd love one of these right now!

      Reply
    20. Cookin' Canuck says

      November 03, 2014 at 4:41 pm

      What a fun way to enjoy the flavors of pumpkin pie without breaking the calorie bank!

      Reply
    21. Nikki says

      November 03, 2014 at 2:32 pm

      Wow! Malt AND pumpkin!? How seasonal of you! Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
    22. Heather Schmitt-Gonzalez says

      November 03, 2014 at 1:44 pm

      Ohhhh, yes! Malted milkshakes are my FAVORITE, and I am totally digging the sound of this pumpkin one. Sounds like we need to make a birthday toast with two full glasses! 😉 Hope your day is fantastic, Renee.

      Reply
    23. Lana@NeverEnoughThyme says

      November 03, 2014 at 6:54 pm

      Love this, Renee! A welcome change from all the pumpkin pie lattes and such that are so typical for the season.

      Reply
    24. Brenda@SugarFreeMom says

      November 03, 2014 at 3:44 pm

      Sounds de-LIGHT-ful, pun intended!

      Reply
    25. Lauren Kelly Nutriton says

      November 03, 2014 at 2:14 pm

      A low calorie milkshake? I'm in!

      Reply
    26. Camilla Mann says

      November 03, 2014 at 3:49 am

      Okay, Renee. I'm officially smitten. Thanks for sharing this with #SundaySupper. I'll make this soon.

      Reply
    27. Shannon says

      November 03, 2014 at 1:04 am

      Yum yum yum! This looks fantastic, I love pumpkin and ice cream together.

      Reply
    28. Constance Smith says

      November 03, 2014 at 12:58 am

      Oh. My. Heavens. This looks AMAZING!!!

      Reply
    29. Shaina Wizov says

      November 03, 2014 at 12:08 am

      Yum!! This will totally satisfy my pumpkin-loving sweet tooth!

      Reply
    30. Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere says

      November 02, 2014 at 9:43 pm

      I always forget about the malted milk powder in our pantry. My hubby would love this!

      Reply
    31. The Ninja Baker says

      November 02, 2014 at 9:29 pm

      Yummm! The combo of pumpkin and frozen yogurt is delicious. Great looking photo, Renee =)

      Reply
    32. Susan Pridmore says

      November 02, 2014 at 9:25 pm

      This will be perfect this coming week. I have a new blender and am making smoothies and such every day!

      Reply
    33. Sarah Reid says

      November 02, 2014 at 8:42 pm

      Yummy!

      Reply
    34. Julie @ Texan New Yorker says

      November 03, 2014 at 2:01 am

      I love this so much!!! Pumpkin pie is my favorite Thanksgiving dessert - unoriginal, perhaps, but true. A couple years ago I made a pumpkin pie milkshake, but I just chunked a piece of pumpkin pie in the blender along with milk and ice cream. So... yours is much healthier! I must try it this season!

      Reply
    35. Wendy Wofford-Garcia says

      November 02, 2014 at 5:29 pm

      Yum...this looks really good! I enjoy pumpkin most in the weeks ahead of Thanksgiving!

      Reply
    36. Bobbi Burleson says

      November 02, 2014 at 4:26 pm

      Ooohhh this sounds so good! I love that you put malt in it, I am a HUGE malt fan!! And well, I am addicted to pumpkin right now 🙂

      Reply
    37. Amanda Boyarshinov says

      November 02, 2014 at 3:57 pm

      What a lovely way to sneak some orange vegetable into dessert!

      Reply
    38. Chris Baccus says

      November 02, 2014 at 3:29 pm

      Love that you decided to make one of the world's heaviest drinks "light"! Looks yummy.

      Reply
    39. Tara Noland says

      November 02, 2014 at 2:03 pm

      What a great idea, my daughter would love this!!

      Reply
    40. Laura Dembowski says

      November 02, 2014 at 6:12 pm

      This is the perfect holiday treat! All those classic flavors without all the calories!

      Reply
    41. Liz Berg says

      November 02, 2014 at 11:41 am

      What a terrific autumn flavor! It looks so rich and delicious!!!

      Reply
    42. Stacy Rushton says

      November 02, 2014 at 4:47 pm

      This sounds fabulous, Renee! And so thick that I could eat it with a spoon!

      Reply
    43. Manu says

      November 02, 2014 at 9:28 am

      Awwww this sounds delicious! And it's perfect also for us down under, as it is a pumpkin cold treat, great for our warm weather!

      Reply

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