Peanut Butter Apple Fall Smoothie (Printable)
Creamy blend of apples, peanut butter, spices, and honey for a cozy, nourishing beverage.
# Components:
→ Fruits
01 - 1 large apple, cored and chopped with skin on
02 - 1 frozen banana, sliced
→ Nut Butters
03 - 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter
→ Liquids
04 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
→ Sweeteners
05 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, optional, to taste
→ Spices and Flavorings
06 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
08 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
09 - Pinch of salt
→ Add-Ins (optional)
10 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed meal
11 - 1/4 cup rolled oats
# Method:
01 - Place chopped apple, frozen banana, peanut butter, and almond milk into a high-speed blender.
02 - Include honey or maple syrup if using, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
03 - Blend in chia seeds or rolled oats for enhanced texture and nutrition, if desired.
04 - Process on high speed until the mixture is creamy and homogenous, scraping sidewalls as needed.
05 - Taste and modify sweetness or spice to personal preference.
06 - Pour into two glasses and present immediately. Optionally garnish with ground cinnamon or apple slice.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Easy to make in five minutes with no cooking required
- Naturally gluten free and vegetarian for a wide range of diets
- Delivers autumn vibes with familiar spices and comforting flavor
- Fueling and satisfying thanks to healthy fats and fiber
02 -
- Packed with fiber vitamin C and protein
- Freezes well for make-ahead breakfasts
- Warm spices make it a favorite for chilly mornings
03 -
- Always use very ripe bananas with brown spots for natural sweetness and ultra creaminess
- Freshly ground cinnamon makes the biggest flavor difference I learned the hard way after using stale spice once and quickly switched back
- If your smoothie turns out too thick add extra milk a little at a time until it reaches your perfect sipping consistency