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Candy Corn Inspired Smoothie with spoon and bottles of flavour

Halloween is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a delicious and nutritious treat that captures the spirit of this spooktacular season?

Our Candy Corn-Inspired Halloween Shake is sure to wow your taste buds with its layers of carrot cake, pumpkin spice, and vanilla bourbon. The festive flavours of cinnamon, ginger, and clove exude a nostalgic feeling of warmth and comfort. And the best part? With our flavour drops and secret servings of fruits and veggies, you can indulge in this decadent treat guilt free! It’s so good, you may not want to share!

Now, let’s dive into the recipe!

Candy Corn Inspired Smoothie

Recipe by Autumn Ongaro

Course Drinks, Snack

Prep Time 10

Servings 2 people

Equipment

Blender

Ingredients

Bottom Carrot Cake Layer:

1/2 ripe banana
1 large carrot, chopped (about 1 cup)
1/4 - 1/2 cup milk (dairy or dairy-free alternative)
3 tbsp chopped walnuts
2 tbsp maple syrup
15 drops Hedessent Ginger Flavour
10 drops Hedessent Cinnamon Flavour
Pinch of Salt

Middle Pumpkin Spice Layer:

1/2 ripe banana
1/2 cup pumpkin purée
1/2 cup thick yogurt (dairy or dairy-free alternative)
1/2 cup milk (or dairy-free alternative)
3 tbsp maple syrup
15 drops Hedessent Clove Flavour
15 drops Hedessent Cinnamon Flavour
Pinch of Salt

Top Vanilla Bourbon Layer:

1 ripe banana
1/2 cup thick yogurt (dairy or dairy-free alternative)
20 drops Hedessent Vanilla Bourbon flavour
Ice (optional)

Instructions

Bottom Carrot Cake Layer:

Add all ingredients to a blender and blend on high for 30 seconds or until smooth. This layer needs to be very thick to hold the weight of the top two layers.
When adding ingredients, start with 1/4 cup of milk and add more, one tablespoon at a time, until there's enough liquid to blend. Approximately 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons worked perfectly in our case.
Once blended, divide between two glasses.

Middle Pumpkin Spice Layer:

Add all ingredients to a blender and blend on high for 30 seconds or until smooth. Divide between the two glasses, carefully layering on top of the bottom layer.

Top Vanilla Bourbon Layer:

Add all ingredients to a blender and blend on high for 30 seconds or until smooth. Divide between the two glasses, carefully layering on top of the middle layer. Enjoy immediately, layer by layer or mix before consuming.

Optional

If you prefer cold shakes/smoothies, add a handful of ice to each layer before blending. You may need to add a little extra milk to ensure a smooth blend.

Video

Meet Autumn Ongaro

Autumn is a food photographer, recipe developer, food educator, and gardener. She conjures divine dishes using the bounty of fresh, seasonal ingredients as her inspiration. Autumn’s recipes are flavour forward, approachable and aim to inspire connection to each ingredient. Her newly published book FEAD: A Taste of Home in Norfolk County carries you through the four seasons as she shares the histories of local farms and transforms their beautiful crops into approachable dishes. You can follow along with her delicious adventures on Instagram @evolvingautumn.