Peanut Butter Apple Fall Smoothie (Printable)

Creamy blend of crisp apples, peanut butter, banana, and warming spices for fall comfort in a glass.

# Components:

→ Fruits

01 - 1 large apple, cored and chopped with skin left on
02 - 1 frozen banana, sliced

→ Nut Butters

03 - 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter

→ Liquids

04 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk or preferred milk alternative

→ Sweeteners

05 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, optional to taste

→ Spices & 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 - Add chopped apple, frozen banana, peanut butter, and almond milk to a high-speed blender.
02 - Introduce honey or maple syrup (if desired), cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.
03 - For additional nutrition, add chia seeds, flaxseed meal, or rolled oats if preferred.
04 - Process mixture on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
05 - Sample and modify sweetness or spice levels as desired.
06 - Pour into two glasses and serve promptly. Garnish with cinnamon or a fresh apple slice, if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Uses everyday pantry and fridge staples that are easy to keep on hand
  • Ready to sip in five minutes flat with no cooking or prep mess
  • Packed with natural fiber protein and warming spices for energy and satisfaction
  • Easily adaptable for different diets including vegan and gluten free options
02 -
  • Rich in fiber potassium and healthy fats for lasting energy
  • Can be made nut free by swapping in sunflower seed butter
  • Hides leafy green add ins flawlessly like a handful of spinach for extra nutrition
03 -
  • Use very ripe bananas for the smoothest most naturally sweet flavor
  • A high speed blender ensures the spices and oats fully blend into a creamy finish
  • If using regular apples not very sweet add a bit more honey or syrup after your first taste test