Carrot Cake Smoothie

Sip your favorite dessert in a glass with this irresistibly creamy Carrot Cake Smoothie! Packed with wholesome ingredients like fresh carrots, frozen banana, and juicy pineapple chunks, this smoothie captures the cozy, spiced flavors of classic carrot cake in a healthy, drinkable form. Rolled oats add a hearty texture, while a touch of Greek yogurt delivers a dreamy creaminess. Sweetened naturally with maple syrup or honey and infused with warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla, every sip is delightfully fragrant and satisfying. Ready in just 10 minutes, it's a quick and nutritious breakfast or snack that feels like a treat, especially when topped with crunchy walnuts or pecans. Perfect for those seeking a smoothie recipe that’s both indulgent and packed with nutrients!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 1 cup carrots (peeled and chopped)
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
• 1 medium frozen banana
• 0.5 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or frozen)
• 0.25 cup rolled oats
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt (optional for creaminess)
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 tablespoon walnuts or pecans (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Add the peeled and chopped carrots to a blender.

Step 2

Pour in the almond milk or your milk of choice.

Step 3

Add the frozen banana and pineapple chunks for natural sweetness and creaminess.

Step 4

Sprinkle in the rolled oats for a slight thickness and a touch of fiber.

Step 5

For optional creaminess, add the Greek yogurt.

Step 6

Drizzle in the maple syrup or honey for additional sweetness, adjusting to taste.

Step 7

Add the ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract for that classic carrot cake flavor.

Step 8

Blend the ingredients on high until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed.

Step 9

Pour the smoothie into two glasses.

Step 10

Top with a sprinkle of crushed walnuts or pecans for garnish, if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(820.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	521.6

Total Fat 10.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 2mg	0%
Sodium 356.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 97.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.8g	0%
Total Sugars 51.3g
Protein 13.6g	0%

Vitamin D 100.0IU	0%
Calcium 642.4mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 1685.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 17.0%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 72.9%