Oh man, I am way late to the adding-oatmeal-to-your-smoothies party.
(Seriously, how did I miss this?!)
But whatever, better late than never because I’ve got an oatmeal smoothie recipe to share with you today that literally tastes just like an oatmeal cookie. But this one is minus the guilt because it’s made with healthy everyday ingredients, that also happen to be vegan and gluten-free.
I know I’ve never said this before, but you’ve gotta try it. ;)
I’ve been making this smoothie all week as a little treat after my morning workout, and it feels exactly like that — a treat.
All of the ingredients in it are totally good for you. But when combined together, they taste like the most decadent sweet dessert, thus also making this one of those smoothies that you could enjoy just about anytime of the day. Here’s how to make it:
The key to using oats in your smoothies is to ground them up first. Just pop them in your blender and pulse about 3-5 times until they’re nice and smooth. (It takes 2 seconds!)
Then add in the rest of your ingredients — including the vanilla and spices that will have it tasting extra oatmeal-cookie-ish, and pulse until smooth.
The result will be one delicious smoothie that will give you lots of fiber and energy to get through the day. And it can even satisfy those cookie cravings if you’re looking for a healthier alternative.
Hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
(Skinny!) Oatmeal Cookie Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 frozen (peeled) banana
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1-2 Tbsp. honey (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract, store-bought or homemade
- 1/4 tsp. ground ginger
- pinch of nutmeg
- pinch of salt
- (optional: 1/4 cup raisins)
Instructions
- Add oats to blender, and pulse until finely ground. Add remaining ingredients and pulse until blended and smooth. Serve immediately.
Did you make this?Let me know how it turned out in the comments below!
Oh man, these skinny smoothies look incredible, Ali! I love the oatmeal cookie flavor… definitely a fave!
I will give this a try. Any suggestions for replacing banana as I am allergic. Also how about calorie content numbers? Thanks.
You could substitute in one avocado (peeled and pitted). And calories can be calculated at myfitnesspal.com. Good luck!
YUMM!!! Do you think I could use soy milk instead of almond milk?
Hi Anna,
Sure thing!
~Ali
This looks great, but I’m allergic to bananas. Can you suggest an alternative that would mimic the texture of the bananas? What about PB2?
Avocado would probably work, but might have to increase the sweetener. PB2 wouldn’t have the volume or creaminess, I don’t think.
I’m also allergic to bananas and was wondering if frozen peaches would be a good substitute? I will have to give it a try after I go grocery shopping.
The peaches would definitely give off a much stronger flavor. If you don’t mind that, go for it. Otherwise, I recommend substituting in avocado or Greek yogurt.
This looks delish!
Smoothies are my favorite post-workout breakfast. I will definitely be trying this one out this week! Sounds soo good!
I am so going to try this tonight! And maybe tomorrow morning too! Will totally give you all of the credit!
Hi Ali, this looks really good, this is something that I could drink everyday.
Yum, yum YUM! I am even later to the party on adding oatmeal to a smoothie, I’ve wanted to try it though. I happen to have all these ingredients on hand at the moment. Hmm, I’m thinking I’m gonna give this a try this morning. : )
This is too good!