Pumpkin Shake

Here in the clove of the seasons, one day feels like Summer and the next like Fall. That’s certainly been our experience in Michigan this week. One part pumpkin pie and one part ice cream shake, try this pumpkin shake recipe for these in-between times…

The Ingredients

2 scoops vanilla ice cream (1 1/4 – 1 1/2 C.)

1/2 C. milk (the creamier, the better)

1/8 C. pumpkin puree

1 t. sugar

1/4 t. vanilla

1/8 t. ground cinnamon + extra for garnish

1/8 t. ground cloves

1/8 t. ground ginger

pinch salt

whipped cream (optional)

The Preparation

1. Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth

2. Top with whipped cream and garnish with cinnamon

Serves 1

NOTE: The cinnamon, cloves, and ginger may be replaced with pumpkin pie spice.