How to Make the Perfect Carrot Cake Smoothie
American · Easy · 5 min · 2 servings
This carrot cake smoothie tastes just like dessert for breakfast and is completely vegan thanks to a creamy plant-based base of bananas and oat milk. This vegan recipe is loaded with warming spices and sneaky vegetables making it a nutritious and delicious way to start the day.
Why this recipe works
This Carrot Cake 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 225 calories with 5g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 7 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 1 cup shredded raw carrot
- 1 large frozen banana
- 1 cup unsweetened oat milk
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons rolled oats
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Add ingredients to blender
Place the shredded carrot, frozen banana, oat milk, cinnamon, ground ginger, maple syrup, and rolled oats into a high-speed blender. For a colder smoothie add a small handful of ice cubes at this stage.
Step 2: Blend until smooth
Blend on high speed for 60 to 90 seconds until the smoothie is completely smooth and creamy with no carrot chunks remaining. Stop and scrape down the sides halfway through if needed.
Step 3: Taste and adjust
Taste the smoothie and add more maple syrup for sweetness, more cinnamon for warmth, or a splash more oat milk if you prefer a thinner consistency. Blend briefly to incorporate any additions.
Step 4: Serve immediately
Pour the smoothie into two glasses and optionally top with a pinch of cinnamon, a few chopped walnuts, or shredded coconut for a beautiful carrot cake presentation.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- oat milk → almond milk or coconut milk for a different flavor profile
- fresh carrots → frozen carrot chunks work equally well and make the smoothie colder
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Using raw carrots in a weak blender which leaves chunks and a gritty texture
- Skipping the frozen banana which is essential for the thick creamy texture
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 225 calories, 5g protein, 44g carbs, 4g fat, 6g fiber.
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