Apple Pie Smoothie

This Apple Pie Smoothie tastes just like apple pie. It's sweet and extra delicious, filled with apple freshness and seasonal spices. It's also very nutritious, made without unhealthy refined sugar, and packed with hearty oats. Ultimate healthy drink perfect for breakfast!

Apples are so good while in season. I just can't stop myself. They are my favorite fruit at the moment and part of my daily meals. Apple Cinnamon Cookies and Apple Baked Oatmeal are just some of the treats I'm enjoying right now.

I actually planned to close the apple season with Apple Cinnamon Pancakes. But then I made this creamy apple smoothie the other day, and I realized that just won't be possible. I had to share one more apple recipe. Cause this smoothie is just sooo good!

This Apple Pie Smoothie is the fastest way to enjoy favorite apple pie flavors straight in the morning. Which is kinda neat.

Why should you try it?

• It's extra delicious. Thick, creamy, filled with apple freshness and beautiful seasonal spices.
• It's extra smooth, very satisfying, but so light.
• It's packed with essential nutrients, especially fibers, and powerful heart-healthy oats.
• It's quite filling and nutritious, great smoothie for weight loss.
• It's loaded with healthy Omega-3s.
• It's made with wholesome ingredients, and without added sugar.
• It's vegan, dariy-free and gluten-free.
• It's super easy to whip up plus kids love it!
• The ultimate fall-inspired healthy drink - perfect breakfast.

Ingredients used

For this beautiful apple smoothie recipe, you will need only a few simple pantry ingredients.

• Sweet apple. It's a star ingredient in this smoothie. Fresh, sweet, and packed with nutrients, apples are now in season. I used crunchy and super sweet Fuji apple. But any type is just as good.
• Milk of choice. I used oat milk, but any non-dairy milk such as almond, cashew, or soy milk. Cow's milk is ok too.
• Oats. It might seem odd to add oats in a smoothie, but oats are a great addition to smoothies. They make smoothie creamy and thick, but oats also add up many nutrients. Oats are an excellent source of fiber, especially beta-glucan, a type of soluble fiber responsible for keeping our heart healthy. They are a great source of energy and fullness.
• Blackstrap molasses. It's a byproduct of the sugar cane making process. Unlike refined sugars with zero nutritional value, molasses offers many essential vitamins and minerals – like iron, calcium, magnesium, vitamin B6, and selenium (1). It is a dark, gooey substance with a distinctive bitter-sweet taste—a great option to use as a sweetener for smoothies.

To give apple smoothie extra flavor and boost, I tossed in some superfoods as well:

• Ceylon cinnamon. Also known as "true" cinnamon. It's a highly delicious spice with many health benefits. Cinnamon gave the smoothie a wonderful flavor.
• Hemp seeds. They are an excellent source of healthy Omega-3s, but also a great source of proteins - a great addition to a smoothie. 
• Walnuts. Walnuts are not only flavorful but very nutritious. They are a good source of the Omega-3 and an excellent source of powerful antioxidants that fights inflammation. 
• Nutmeg. For extra flavor punch. 

If you are missing some of the ingredients, just look at the "Substitutions" section below. I offer plenty of replacements.

How to make Apple Pie Smoothie

Making this apple pie smoothie is quite easy. It will take you 5 minutes and all you need is a good blender.

Step by step instructions

• Start with preparing and measuring all the ingredients. I like to use measuring cups.
• Take the blender and add all ingredients. Note: add wet ingredients first for easier blending.
• Mix everything at high speed until you get a smooth silky texture.
• If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more liquid – milk or water. Blend again until everything is well combined.
• Taste the smoothie and add additional sweetener if the smoothie is not sweet enough to your taste. (See "Recipe tips" section for sweetener recommendation)
• Transfer the smoothie into a smoothie glass. 
• ADD TOPPINGS: I used chopped walnuts, a dash of cinnamon, and hemp seeds. Be creative here and add toppings you like. 
• Serve and enjoy!
• Makes 1 serving that serves 1 person as a full meal, or 2 servings as a snack.

Substitutions

• You can use rolled oats or quick oats here.
• You can use any plant-based milk here except coconut milk. Coconut milk won't work well here. Cow's milk is fine.
• Substitute blackstrap molasses with 1-2 dates, date syrup, maple syrup, or honey.  
• Substitute hemp seeds with ground flax seeds or chia seeds (it will add more fibers and omega-3's). 
• Substitute walnuts with pecans.
• Instead of nutmeg, you can use fresh or ground ginger. Add just a pinch, don't go crazy because too much will overtake other beautiful flavors inside the smoothie.

Smoothie variations

• Make it protein-packed: Add a scoop of protein powder. This will transfer smoothie into a great protein-packed, post-workout shake. I reccomend unflavord protein powder or vanilla flavored.  
• Make it more energizing and nutritious: Add in a tablespoon of nut butter, like peanut butter or almond butter.
• Make it gluten-free: Use certified gluten-free oats.

Tips for storing

• Store in a glass jar with a lid or shaker and keep refrigerated for up to one day.
• If you left smoothie standing too long oats will soak up the moisture. This will make smoothie extra thick. In that case just add a bit of liquid - milk or water and stir or shake it.
• Remember, all smoothies oxidate when left standing. That's not bad. But to reap all benefits from ingredients, it's best to have the smoothie freshly made.

Recipe tips

• When adding ingredients to a blender, always add the liquids first. Doing this will help your blender run easily and this will prevent making lumps.
• Use a high-power blender to ensure everything blends well and the smoothie is silky smooth. 
• You can add in some ice cubes, for extra cool kick.
• The best apple for apple pie smoothie: I like to use sweet apples, like Gala or Fuji but you're welcome to use sour apples, like Granny Smith. In that case, you may need to add some extra sweetener. 
• Additional sweetener recommendation:
  • I recommend using 1-2 dates, date syrup, raw honey or maple syrup.
  • Stevia, or any low-carb sweetener are good option too.
  • If you are using dates, make sure you soak them in warm water for at least 10 minutes. Drain them before using them.

Recipe

Apple Pie Smoothie

By Natalie

This Apple Pie Smoothie tastes just like apple pie. It's sweet and extra delicious, filled with apple freshness and seasonal spices. It's also very nutritious, made without unhealthy refined sugar, and packed with hearty oats. Ultimate healthy drink perfect for breakfast!

5 from 106 votes

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Course Breakfast, Smoothie

Cuisine American, International

Servings 1 serving

Calories 510 kcal

Equipment

• Measuring cups
• Blender

Ingredients

  

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• 1 sweet apple
• ¼ cup rolled oats
• 1 cup oat milk
• 1 tablespoon blackstrap molasses
• 1 teaspoon Ceylon cinnamon
• ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1 tablepoon walnuts
• 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
• Ice cubes optional

Instructions

 

• Take the blender and add all ingredients. Add in ice cubes, if using.
• Mix everything on high speed until you get an even smoothie texture.
• If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more liquid – milk or water. Blend again until everything is well combined.
• Taste the smoothie and add additional sweetener if you like. I recommend using date syrup, raw honey or maple syrup, or stevia. This is totally based on your preference.
• Transfer the smoothie into a tall glass.
• ADD TOPPINGS (optional): I used chopped walnuts, a dash of cinnamon, and hemp seeds. Be creative here and add toppings you like.
• Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Makes 1 serving that serves 1 person as a full meal, or 2 servings as a snack/light meal.

As a measure, I used a US cup (240ml). Nutrition values are calculated without toppings.

Substitutions

• You can use rolled oats or quick oats.
• You can use any plant-based milk here except coconut milk. Coconut milk won't work well here. Cow's milk is fine.
• Substitute blackstrap molasses with 1-2 dates, date syrup, maple syrup, or honey.  
• Substitute hemp seeds with ground flax seeds or chia seeds.
• Substitute walnuts with pecans.

Store in a glass jar with a lid or shaker and keep refrigerated for up to one day. Add more liquid - milk or water, and shake or stir the smoothie before drinking.

MAKE IT GLUTEN-FREE: Make sure you use certified gluten-free oats.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 510kcal | Carbohydrates: 80g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 124mg | Potassium: 723mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 53g | Vitamin A: 670IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 438mg | Iron: 6mg

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DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but I have endeavored to be as accurate as possible.

This post is originally published in October 2020. It's updated with new information and republished in October 2021. The recipe stayed the same.

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