Pretty sure that this may become your new favorite way to eat that apple-a-day.
It tastes just like your grandmother’s apple pie, yet it’s made with healthy, whole ingredients. It’s quick and easy to make in just 5 minutes, yet full of nutrients that will keep you going for hours. It tastes creamy and decadent and sweet, yet it’s naturally-sweetened (and also naturally gluten-free!). It’s seasonal. It’s affordable. It’s kid-friendly.
It’s something I am completely and totally hooked on right now.
It’s an apple pie protein smoothie.
First, can we talk about apple pie for a minute? I mean, what’s not to love about it?
Sweet, crisp, juicy apples…tossed with that perfect blend of cinnamon and spices…baked into a thick and decadently filling…enfolded by a rich, buttery crust?
Well, nix the crust and all of the unnecessary sugar, and it turns out that the ingredients at the heart of an apple pie actually make for a pretty stellar smoothie. And once you add in some almond milk for protein, and a little frozen banana to make it nice and thick, I promise that you won’t even miss the crust.
Simply toss a few apples, some frozen banana slices, Greek yogurt, almond milk and classic apple pie spices into a blender.
And then within seconds, this comforting treat will be ready to go. It’s sweet (but not too sweet), thick, creamy, perfectly spiced, and full of protein that will keep you going for hours. It’s basically the best. And I’m pretty sure it would make grandma proud. ;)
So blend up one for yourself and enjoy!
Apple Pie Protein Smoothie
Ingredients
- 2 large red apples (I used fuji), cored
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 cup ice
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- pinch of ground nutmeg
- pinch of ground ginger
- tiny pinch of ground cloves
- (optional: 1-2 pitted dates or 1-2 teaspoons honey, to sweeten if needed)
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender. Pulse until combined and smooth. Taste and add sweetener if needed, pulsing to combine.
- Serve immediately. Sprinkle the top of each smoothie with a pinch of cinnamon if desired.
Did you make this?Let me know how it turned out in the comments below!
I made it and it was sooooo good. I love ginger so I added a lil’ bit mor ginger, but other than that I followed the instructions and I terned out purfectly.
Thanks for sharing with us Catherine! We’re so happy you enjoyed this! :)
Sooo good! I love the spices in it. Definately going in my rotation. Thank you!
Thanks Diane, we’re happy you enjoyed this! :D
Plain or vanilla yogurt?
You can use either one Jennifer, whichever you prefer! :) We’ve tried it with both, and tend to prefer vanilla. We hope you enjoy!
Oh my gosh! I tried this smoothie and it is AMAZING! I was pretty skeptical about the taste because I thought their is no way a healthy smoothie can taste like an apple pie. But when I tried this smoothie OMG it changed my mind!
What a great way to enjoy holiday comfort food without the extra calories! What a guilt free pleasure
Thanks Nakia, we’re so happy you enjoyed it! :D
This is delicious! I just made it. I love the apple pie flavor without the calories. Santa and the elves are enjoying it, too. It goes well with the apple cookies I made this morning.
Thank you, we’re so happy you enjoyed this! ;)
I’m really looking forward to trying this one. I love the concept of an apple pie smoothie but have been disappointed in the ones I’ve tried before.
We hope you like this one!
what if you don’t like bananas? whats a good substitute???
Hi, you could just add double the amount of yogurt, or throw in some rolled oats (to thicken and bulk it up). Hope that helps!
Ali, this smoothie looks amazing!!
Thanks Marla!
umm yeah this is going to be my daughter’s after school snack. yum!
I want this for breakfast tomorrow morning! Sounds so delicious.