Healthy Apple Pie Smoothie
This Healthy Apple Pie Smoothie is my new 10-minute favorite treat that tastes like dessert and satisfies my cravings the healthy way. I make it with a creamy blend of cashews, dairy-free milk, and apples that my family and I can enjoy without any guilt!
Servings: 2
Calories: 444kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 apple , red variety (core and peel skin if preferred)
- 1 cup dairy free milk , full fat canned coconut milk will give the creamiest result (see note)
- ¼ cup extra milk to saute if making cooked version
- ¼ - ½ cup maple syrup , add more for extra sweetness if preferred
- ½ cup oats
- ½ cup raw cashews , see note
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 cups ice- about 26 cubes
Optional toppings:
- Homemade vegan whipped cream
- Ice cream
- Caramel Sauce (I use the one from this recipe)
Instructions
If making raw version-
- Put everything but the ice into a blender. Blend until creamy.
- Add the ice and blend until smooth.
If making cooked version-
- Saute apples with the extra ¼ cup milk until the liquid has evaporated and the apples have softened a bit, about 3-5 minutes. Take off heat and allow to cool. You can also saute with maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla and salt. I found this version less sweet so you may prefer that.
- Add to blender with the rest of the ingredients. Blend until creamy.
- Add the ice and blend until smooth.
- Serve with toppings of choice!
Notes
- My #1 Secret Tip for making this apple pie smoothie is to blend the cashews with the milk first before adding anything else. I started doing this after a few batches came out a little gritty, and it made such a big difference. Even when I’m not using a high-speed blender, blending the cashews first gives me that creamy and smooth texture that makes the smoothie taste like a real treat.
- Use frozen apple slices: If I have sliced apples in the freezer, I use those instead of fresh ones. They help chill and thicken the smoothie without needing as much ice, which keeps the flavor stronger.
- Add oats just before blending: If I’m making this ahead of time, I wait to add the oats until right before blending. This keeps the texture from getting too thick or gummy if it sits too long.
- Adjust the sweetness: Every apple is different, so I always taste before adding the full amount of maple syrup. Some days I barely need any at all, especially if the apple is really ripe.
- Add a pinch of nutmeg: For extra cozy pie flavor, I sometimes add a pinch of nutmeg along with the cinnamon.
Nutrition
Calories: 444kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Sodium: 303mg | Potassium: 494mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin A: 61IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 262mg | Iron: 4mg