Recipe – Apple Pie Smoothie

What if I told you that you could have as much of grandma’s apple pie as you could imagine, without taking a trip down guilt lane? Well, there is a way – although, technically, we needed to cheat a little bit.

If we take away the crust (and excess sugar), we will still have the core ingredients of an apple pie. Except, this time, we are going to make it healthier and, possibly, even more delicious – it’s an Apple Pie Smoothie!

Why are apples good in smoothies?

Apples boast a natural sweetness that blends perfectly with many flavors and provide an important source of fiber, helping keep you feeling full and satiated. Apples are popular choices for juicing and baking purposes; however, they can also be blended into smoothies for thicker drinks if desired – try Fuji or Braeburn varieties to achieve thicker smoothies.
If you’re craving comfort food, try this Apple Pie Smoothie made with So Good regular soy milk. The combination of sweet fruit with refreshing ice and banana makes a deliciously refreshing drink that is both vegan and dairy free, perfect for any eater! To increase its savory appeal simply replace honey with agave nectar for an alternative taste profile – perfect as breakfast or an afternoon snack; plus, add protein powder for additional energy or as a post-workout recovery drink!

What makes apple pie so good?

Apple pie’s flavor is deeply personal. A combination of sweet, tart, tangy, and fruity tastes is highlighted with cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla flavors that combine seamlessly with buttery milk’s dense texture for an experience like no other.
Granny Smith and Honeycrisp apples are firm varieties ideal for apple pie baking, as they tend to stay together better during the baking process and are easier to chew and digest. For added flavor and aroma, choose an apple pie variety featuring at least two or three types of apples.
No matter if you prefer an artisanal apple pie or quick frozen version, here are the best places in Chicago to buy apple pie. Logan Square bakery specializes in seasonal and locally sourced foods, including its delicious pie selection. Sweet granny apples with cinnamon are hard to resist, while their double crust flaky perfection won’t let anyone down! However, their baked option contains high amounts of calories, saturated fat, and sodium, while their fried version contains lower numbers of both calories and sugar content.

Cool and refreshing

Smoothies are a delicious and easy way to incorporate more fruits and veggies into your diet, providing cold refreshing refreshments while filling you up and staying hydrated all day long. All it takes to make one is a blender, some fruit and veggies, and some ice cubes!
Start your fall mornings with this tasty apple pie smoothie, featuring healthy ingredients like avocado for skin and heart health, ginger to boost circulation, and cinnamon to help regulate your blood sugar and reduce cravings.
Fast and easy to make

Apples can add an apple pie-inspired taste to your smoothies easily and nutritiously. Try mixing up your blend by including different fruits or adding greens, berries, yogurt or protein powder as fillers to increase its filling properties.
Chia seeds add fiber, calcium, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids to any drink while providing an easily chewed crunch suitable for those who struggle to chew solid foods.
Create this delicious smoothie quickly in your blender with just four ingredients! Just place a cup of milk, one banana, and a cup of frozen berries into the mixer and blend until everything is smooth. For an apple pie-esque drink you may wish to add honey or sugar – another option would be using one cup of unsweetened applesauce!

Basic Information

• Avg. Prep. Time: 5 minutes
• Avg. Cooking Time:  None
• Avg. Total Time: 5 minutes
• Serving Size: 2 large glasses
• Diet-friendly with: Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Paleo
• No-no for: Keto, stricter forms of Candida

Ingredients

• Red apples, cored and sliced – 2 large ones
• Frozen banana – 1 (peeled, medium-sized)
• Ice – 1 cup
• Almond milk, unsweetened – 1 cup
• Plain Greek yogurt – 1/2 cup
• Ground cinnamon – 1 teaspoon
• Ground nutmeg – 1 small pinch
• Ground ginger – 1 small pinch
• Ground cloves – 1 tiny pinch
• Honey – 1/2 teaspoon

Directions

• Blend: add all of the ingredients and pulse until you get the desired texture and sweetness.
• Serve: smoothies’ taste better when served immediately. Feel free to garnish them by sprinkling some more ground cinnamon on top. Just add some straws and done.
• Store: although it’s highly unlikely there will be anything left, you can store it in the fridge, lid on, for up to 2 days.

Extra Tips.

We all know very well that the fondest memories from our simpler pasts come from scents and flavors reminiscent of home. Here are some easy tips that will help you add your very own signature flavor to this all-time beloved classic:

• Instead of plain Greek yogurt, go ahead and experiment with fruit-flavored varieties for that extra freshness.
• Not much of a honey fan? Not a problem! You can also use dates, maple syrup, coconut sugar, and even brown rice syrup – all of which are vegan-friendly.
• Fonder of creamier smoothies? We know just the trick. Instead of blending everything at the same time, try adding the almond milk progressively as you mix your smoothie at a lower speed.
• Alternatively, you can also add a scoop of raw oats – or even some chia seeds!