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Apple Pie Smoothie With Oats And Greek Yogurt
When the craving for apple pie strikes but you're looking for a more nourishing alternative, this Apple Pie Smoothie with oats and Greek yogurt is the answer. Baked apples, velvety yogurt, wholesome oats and aromatic spices give a taste of pure comfort in a bowl. Vegetarian and gluten-free.
Ingredients
- 2 apples, honey crisp, washed and diced into small chunks
- ½ tbsp coconut oil, cold-pressed, organic
- 1 tbsp maple syrup, pure
- 1 tsp pumpkin spice
- ¼ cup oats, rolled oats
- ½ cup oat milk, no added sugar, plain
- 1 cup Greek yogurt, 0% fat, thick and creamy, organic
- 1 tsp vanilla extract, pure
- ½ tsp cinnamon, powder
- 2 tbsp pecans, plain, chopped
Equipment
- 1 blender
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a baking dish, place the diced apples and drizzle them with coconut oil and maple syrup, then sprinkle with pumpkin spice. Toss to mix. Bake for about 50 minutes or until the apples are tender and lightly caramelized.
- While the baked apples cool, mix oats with milk and let them soak.
- To make the smoothie, add the baked apples to your blender, reserving half a cup for topping. Follow with Greek yogurt, milk-oat mixture, cinnamon, and vanilla. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour your smoothie into two bowls and top with slices of the baked apple chunks you prepared earlier, chopped pecans and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
Notes
Secret to crafting the silkiest apple pie smoothie
- Sometimes, rolled oats can give your smoothie a grainy texture if they aren't blended properly. Here's the trick: soak the oats in oat milk for a few minutes before blending. This softens them up, ensuring a velvety texture.
Food safe storage
- As you prepare your apple pie smoothie with yogurt, it's important to consider safe storage. Once blended, your smoothie can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Beyond that timeframe, the texture and taste may begin to change. So, I'd suggest whipping it up fresh and enjoying it at its best.
Diabetes diet advice
- Much like crafting that perfect apple pie smoothie, finding balance in your diet is essential. When it comes to this delightful smoothie, the key is to be mindful of your portion size. Opt for a smaller serving and adjust the maple syrup quantity to help effectively manage blood sugar while enjoying those beautiful flavours. As a certified diabetes educator, I firmly believe it's all about striking the right balance to relish taste and health.
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 377kcal (19%)Carbohydrates: 51g (17%)Protein: 16g (32%)Fat: 14g (22%)Saturated Fat: 4g (20%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 77mg (3%)Potassium: 484mg (14%)Fiber: 7g (28%)Sugar: 31g (34%)Vitamin A: 108IU (2%)Vitamin C: 9mg (11%)Calcium: 273mg (27%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Keep in mind that the nutritional values provided are approximations and suggestions, and might fluctuate depending on ingredient variations, portion sizes, and recipe adjustments. This nutrition facts table cannot account for your individual needs. Your body — including your hunger and satiety cues — change daily. It's perfectly fine to eat more or less on different days. Instead of letting food guilt take over, consider mindful eating.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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