How to Make the Perfect Apple Cinnamon Oat Smoothie
American · Easy · 5 min · 2 servings
This hearty and warming smoothie tastes like apple pie in a glass and keeps hungry kids full for hours thanks to the addition of rolled oats. It is a brilliant breakfast option for busy school mornings when there is no time to cook.
Why this recipe works
This Apple Cinnamon Oat Smoothie recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 5 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 220 calories with 7g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 6 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1 whole medium apple peeled and chopped
- 0.5 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup apple juice
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 whole frozen banana
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Soak the Oats
Place the rolled oats and apple juice into the blender and let them soak for 2 minutes. This brief soaking helps the oats blend more smoothly and prevents a gritty texture.
Step 2: Add Remaining Ingredients
Add the chopped apple, frozen banana, Greek yogurt, and ground cinnamon to the blender with the soaked oats.
Step 3: Blend Until Smooth
Blend on high speed for 90 seconds. Oats require longer blending time than fruit alone so do not cut this step short or the smoothie will have a gritty texture kids do not enjoy.
Step 4: Serve and Garnish
Pour into glasses and sprinkle a tiny pinch of cinnamon on top for presentation. This smoothie is thick so serving with a wide straw or spoon straw works best.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- rolled oats → quick oats for an even smoother texture that requires less blending time
- apple juice → unsweetened applesauce for a thicker and more concentrated apple flavor
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Skipping the oat soaking step which results in a gritty and unpleasant texture kids will reject
- Using steel cut oats instead of rolled oats which do not blend properly even with extended blending time
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 220 calories, 7g protein, 40g carbs, 4g fat, 5g fiber.
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