Apple Pie Smoothie
Creamy apple pie smoothie with apple, banana, oat milk and warm spices. Quick breakfast or snack with vegan and prep tips.
Both innocent and indulgent, this fruit smoothie makes breakfast taste like dessert.
Submitted by: Geoff from Chicago, IL
Yield: 1 serving
- Blend apple, banana, oat milk, honey and apple pie spice for a dessert-like breakfast in minutes.
- Use oat milk or any milk alternative; frozen fruit or extra banana makes it thicker.
- Swap honey for maple syrup to make it vegan and add lemon or reblend if storing to avoid browning.
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Preparation Instructions:
1. Add all ingredients except ice to a blender. Pulse a few times and then run on high.
2. Add ice cubes and blend until consistency is smooth. (You may wish to crush them slightly in a ziplock bag before blending.)
3. Pour drink in a cold glass, garnish with toasted oats and extra Apple Pie Spice.
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More About This Recipe
You can use regular milk or any non-dairy milk you like. We find that oat milk has a nice flavor of grains, giving the drink a slight taste of pie crust!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use any type of apple?
Yes. Sweeter apples like Fuji, Gala, or Honeycrisp give a naturally sweet smoothie. If you prefer tang, use Granny Smith. You can leave the peel on if your blender is powerful; otherwise peel for a smoother texture.
Is this smoothie vegan?
Yes. Replace honey with maple syrup or agave and use oat milk or another plant milk instead of dairy. The rest of the ingredients are plant based.
Can I use frozen fruit or make this thicker?
Yes. Frozen banana or apple chunks make the smoothie thicker and colder without ice. To thicken further, use more banana, less milk, or add yogurt, nut butter, or protein powder.
How can I substitute apple pie spice?
Mix spices if you do not have apple pie spice. For 3/4 teaspoon, use about 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon plus 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg and a small pinch of ground cloves or allspice.
Can I prep the smoothie ahead of time?
You can make it up to 24 hours ahead and keep it cold in the fridge, but color and texture may change. Add a squeeze of lemon to slow browning and stir or reblend before drinking for best texture.
How do I adjust sweetness or spice level?
Taste as you go. Add more honey or a whole banana for extra sweetness, or increase the apple pie spice in small increments until it suits your preference.
What can I use instead of toasted oats for garnish?
Try granola, crushed graham cracker or graham cereal, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of extra cinnamon for a similar crunch and flavor.
Roughly how many calories are in one serving?
A single serving made as listed is about 200 to 250 calories, depending on the apple size, oat milk brand, and whether you use honey or a sweeter milk. Use exact product labels for precise numbers.
Can I use any type of apple?
Yes. Sweeter apples like Fuji, Gala, or Honeycrisp give a naturally sweet smoothie. If you prefer tang, use Granny Smith. You can leave the peel on if your blender is powerful; otherwise peel for a smoother texture.
Is this smoothie vegan?
Yes. Replace honey with maple syrup or agave and use oat milk or another plant milk instead of dairy. The rest of the ingredients are plant based.
Can I use frozen fruit or make this thicker?
Yes. Frozen banana or apple chunks make the smoothie thicker and colder without ice. To thicken further, use more banana, less milk, or add yogurt, nut butter, or protein powder.
How can I substitute apple pie spice?
Mix spices if you do not have apple pie spice. For 3/4 teaspoon, use about 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon plus 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg and a small pinch of ground cloves or allspice.
Can I prep the smoothie ahead of time?
You can make it up to 24 hours ahead and keep it cold in the fridge, but color and texture may change. Add a squeeze of lemon to slow browning and stir or reblend before drinking for best texture.
How do I adjust sweetness or spice level?
Taste as you go. Add more honey or a whole banana for extra sweetness, or increase the apple pie spice in small increments until it suits your preference.
What can I use instead of toasted oats for garnish?
Try granola, crushed graham cracker or graham cereal, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of extra cinnamon for a similar crunch and flavor.
Roughly how many calories are in one serving?
A single serving made as listed is about 200 to 250 calories, depending on the apple size, oat milk brand, and whether you use honey or a sweeter milk. Use exact product labels for precise numbers.
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