• by Teresa Buyikian , August 23, 2023

Not even smoothies are safe from the fall onslaught of pumpkin flavor-infused everything. Today Dallas-based Smoothie King announced the fall return of four pumpkin-based smoothies as well as a new Pumpkin Power Meal smoothie. The limited-time pumpkin items will be available nationwide beginning Aug. 29.

The smoothies, each made with organic pumpkin puree, over 10 grams of protein and no artificial colors, flavors or preservatives are the Pumpkin Slim-N-Trim, the Pumpkin Vegan, the Pumpkin Coffee High Protein and the Pumpkin D-Lite.

The new Pumpkin Power Meal smoothie is made with organic pumpkin, almonds, dates, Gladiator® protein and a seasonal spice blend. The smoothie is designed as a meal replacement, with 20 grams of protein, fiber, vitamins and minerals

"Our pumpkin smoothie lineup contains real ingredients that you can actually pronounce --like organic pumpkin," Marianne Radley, CMO of Smoothie King, said in a release.

Pumpkin flesh itself (not pumpkin spice flavoring) is actually high in fiber, potassium and beta-carotene, while very low in calories, thus adding more than just flavor.

Smoothie King is marketing the limited-time U.S. fall pumpkin menu through the chain’s app, where users can get a free 12 oz. Pumpkin Power Meal smoothie on Sept. 6 by joining the Healthy Rewards loyalty program

Founded in 1973, Smoothie King is a Dallas-based company with over 1,300 locations worldwide. In July the chain announced an 11% increase in same-store sales year over year at the end of Q2.