Start your morning right with this delicious Apple Smoothie! Made with fresh apples, oats, and spices, it’s a naturally sweet and wholesome drink that’ll keep you feeling great all day.
This Apple Smoothie recipe is a crisp, refreshing blend that captures the sweet, slightly tart flavor of fresh apples in a creamy, sippable form. Made with fresh apples, oats, peanut butter, cinnamon, and maple syrup for a hint of sweetness you will keep coming back for more.
Smoothies are a fantastic way to kick-start your day, and if you’re craving more options, be sure to try my Mixed Berry Smoothie, Mango Pineapple Smoothie, and Skinny Pumpkin Smoothie!
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Why I Love This Smoothie
- It’s full of wholesome ingredients like apples and oats, so I feel great starting my day with something nutritious.
- The apples add natural sweetness, so there’s no need for extra sugar—just pure, simple ingredients.
- Thanks to the oats, this Apple Smoothie is filling enough to keep you energized all morning.
Recipe Ingredients
Apple – You can’t have an apple smoothie without an apple! I recommend using a Honeycrisp or Gala apple for this recipe.
Oats – These add some sustenance to the smoothie, helping you stay full longer.
Peanut Butter – A little dollop of protein to help start the day.
For a full list of ingredients and amounts, see the recipe card below.
Variations
Banana Boost – Try adding half of a ripe banana for extra creaminess and a bit more natural sweetness. It makes the smoothie thicker and even more satisfying.
Protein Power – Toss in a scoop of your favorite vanilla or unflavored protein powder. It gives the smoothie an extra boost of energy and nutrition.
How to Make an Apple Smoothie
Step 1: Using an apple cutter or a knife, remove the core from the apple. Cut the apple into bite-sized pieces and add them to your blender.
Step 2: Next, add the almond milk, oats, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ice into the blender.
Step 3: Pulse the blender for about 1 to 1.5 minutes until everything is blended together.
Step 4: Finally, pour into your favorite smoothie glass and enjoy!
Expert Tips
Peel for a Smoother Texture – If you like your smoothie extra smooth, try peeling the apple before blending. The peel adds a bit of texture, which some people love, but removing it makes everything creamier.
Pre-Soak Your Oats – To get an even smoother blend, soak the oats in almond milk for 5-10 minutes before blending. It softens them up and helps everything blend together more easily.
FAQs
I love using Honeycrisp or Gala apples for smoothies because they’re naturally sweet and blend so well. If you’re in the mood for something a little tarter, Fuji or Granny Smith apples are great options too.
It depends on your taste! The apples and peanut butter usually add enough natural sweetness for me. But if you like it a bit sweeter, you can always add a little more maple syrup or even a dash of honey. Just taste as you go and adjust!
Storage Info
To STORE your apple smoothie, keep it in an airtight container in the fridge for 1-2 days. Just give it a stir before drinking if it separates. You can also FREEZE it for up to 3 months.
When you’re ready to enjoy, thaw it overnight in the fridge. If the texture seems off after freezing, just blend it again to restore smoothness.
Apple Smoothie Recipe
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Ingredients
- 1 medium sweet apple - I recommend honeycrisp or gala
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup rolled oats
- 1 Tbsp peanut butter
- 1/2 Tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- pinch of nutmeg
- handful of ice
Instructions
- Using an apple cutter or a knife, remove the core from the apple. Cut the apple into bite-sized pieces and add them to your blender.
- Next, add the almond milk, oats, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ice into the blender.
- Pulse the blender for about 1 to 1.5 minutes until everything is blended together.
- Finally, pour into your favorite smoothie glass and enjoy!
This was quick to blend and worked perfectly as a grab-and-go breakfast.