Oat Milk Smoothie
This oat milk smoothie is a dairy-free, low-fat smoothie that's both tasty and nutritious. It is packed with healthy fats and nutrients from the added almond butter. It features a delicious combination of juicy berries, bananas, and oat milk.
If you're someone like me looking for a delightful yet healthy smoothie, particularly during this time of the year, then you have come to the right page.
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Here's why you'll fall in love with it:
Reasons to Love this Oat Milk Smoothie
- Oat milk adds a creamy texture that rivals traditional dairy.
- It's great for the whole family, just like my banana and spinach smoothie.
- Super easy to make, and it's ready in 5 minutes or less
- This oat smoothie is packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber, making your smoothie a nutritious breakfast.
- Perfect for vegans and lactose-intolerant folks.
If you are a fan of oats, you've got to try this smoothie with my oat-flour pancakes or protein banana nut bread for a filling breakfast.
📃Ingredients Notes
Here are some of the ingredients you'll need for this recipe:
Oat Milk: Opt for unsweetened oat milk to control the smoothie's sweetness. I am obsessed with the California Farms brand.
Banana: Fresh bananas add a nice texture. You can use frozen if you intend to use fresh berries for the recipe. Check out my recommendations below for substitution if this isn't your favorite fruit.
Almond butter serves 3 purposes here: as an added healthy fat, as a source of protein, and for texture. You can use other nut butter, chia seeds, or a scoop of plant-based protein powder if you prefer.
Please refer to the recipe card for the exact measurements.
Substitutions and Variations
- Other fruits, such as apples, pears, figs, oranges, cherries, and other dried fruits, can be substituted with berries.
- Liquid: Don't have oat milk; use other liquids like almond milk, coconut milk/water, or regular milk.
- Protein: If you don't like almond butter, you can use peanut, cashew, or another nut butter, or yogurt. You can also add protein powder without adjusting the liquid.
- Chocolate flavor: add a pinch of chocolate powder for a fun twist. Almond butter pairs so well with chocolate, so it's a no-brainer here.
It's important to note that when making substitutions in recipes, the texture and flavor may be slightly different. However, these substitutes are the best options for changing the original recipe.
📝Step-by-Step Instructions
Detailed instructions are outlined in the recipe card below, but here are a few steps with visuals to guide you:
Step 1: Add the oat milk, honey, almond butter, fresh banana, and frozen berries into a high-powered blender.
Step 2: Blend on high until it's smooth and creamy. At this point, you can adjust the liquid to your preferred consistency.
Step 3: Gently pour the smoothie over a serving glass and drizzle with more almond butter. Enjoy!
👩🏽🍳Maur's Tips
- If you don't have frozen fruit on hand, use fresh fruit and add ice cubes for a thicker texture.
- Experiment with ingredient ratios to find your perfect flavor and consistency.
- Garnish with nuts, seeds, or a drizzle of honey for a nice presentation.
- If you like a creamy, thick consistency for your smoothies, I highly recommend freezing your fruit before blending. This will prevent the need for ice cubes and enhance the fruits' natural sweetness.
- If you want to make your smoothie more satisfying or use it as a meal replacement, I'd recommend adding yogurt or protein powder. This will not only provide you with additional nutrients but also help you stay full for longer.
- Layer the ingredients, starting with the liquid at the bottom, then the fruits. This helps everything blend smoothly.
- An alternative to honey in your smoothie could be maple syrup or agave, which are both excellent flavor enhancers. Choosing these natural sweeteners over refined sugars enhances your smoothie's flavor and provides additional nutritional benefits.
📝Recipe FAQS
Yes! Homemade oat milk is easier to make than you might think. Just like most nut milk, blend oats with water, strain, and voilà - your oat milk is ready.
The choices are endless! Top your smoothie with nuts, seeds, granola, or a drizzle of nut butter for an extra Oumph and taste.
Freeze your fruit beforehand for a thicker consistency, and adjust the amount of oat milk to your desired thickness. You can equally use ice cubes. If you do, be sure to adjust the smoothie's sweetness, as ice cubes can slightly dilute it.
More Delicious Smoothie Recipes to Try:
Do you have a favorite smoothie? What's your best smoothie combination? I'd love to know! Let's chat in the comments below.
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Maureen
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Maureen
📖 Recipe
Oat Milk Smoothie
Equipment
- High powered blender
Ingredients
- ½ cup oat milk
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- ¼ cup almond butter other nut butter works fine
- 2 ripe bananas peeled and sliced
- 2 cups frozen mixed berries
Optional Toppings
- toasted coconut flakes
- chia seed
- Crumbled granola
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients in the above order in a high-powered blender and blend until smooth, adjusting consistency with more oat milk if needed.½ cup oat milk, 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey, ¼ cup almond butter, 2 ripe bananas, 2 cups frozen mixed berries
- Gently pour the smoothie over a serving glass, and drizzle with more almond butter or any of the optional toppings mentioned above. Enjoy!toasted coconut flakes, Crumbled granola, chia seed
Notes
- If you don't have frozen fruits on hand, use fresh fruits, then add ice cubes for a thicker texture.
- Layer the ingredients with the liquid at the bottom, followed by the fruits. This helps everything blend smoothly.
- If drizzling with almond butter, Melt it in a microwave-safe bowl at 10-15 second intervals, stirring in between. Be cautious not to overheat, as almond butter can burn easily.
