Winter Smoothie
Cozy up this season with a refreshing and nutrient-packed Winter Smoothie, the perfect blend of festive flavors and creamy indulgence. This 5-minute recipe combines frozen bananas, tart cranberries, rolled oats, and Greek yogurt with a warm touch of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla for a holiday-inspired treat that's as wholesome as it is delicious. Sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup and thickened with frosty ice cubes, this smoothie boasts a velvety texture and vibrant, tangy taste. Top it off with pomegranate seeds for an optional burst of color and crunch. Perfect for a quick breakfast or a post-workout pick-me-up, this winter smoothie is your go-to seasonal drink that’s both satisfying and nourishing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1 large frozen banana
- 1 cup frozen cranberries
- 0.25 cup rolled oats
- 0.5 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 4 cubes ice cubes
- 1 tablespoon pomegranate seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Add the unsweetened almond milk, frozen banana, frozen cranberries, rolled oats, and Greek yogurt to a blender.
Drizzle in the honey or maple syrup and add the ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract for a hint of holiday warmth.
Toss in the ice cubes to give the smoothie a frosty, thick texture.
Blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes, or until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Stop halfway through to scrape down the sides if needed.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding a touch more honey or maple syrup, if desired.
Pour the smoothie into two serving glasses. Optionally, top with pomegranate seeds for a festive finish.
Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious, nourishing Winter Smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
499 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.2 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 12 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 219 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.3 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.7 g | ||
| Protein | 19.3 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 641 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1118 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
