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!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 2

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)

Directions

Step 1

Add the unsweetened almond milk, frozen banana, frozen cranberries, rolled oats, and Greek yogurt to a blender.

Step 2

Drizzle in the honey or maple syrup and add the ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract for a hint of holiday warmth.

Step 3

Toss in the ice cubes to give the smoothie a frosty, thick texture.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness by adding a touch more honey or maple syrup, if desired.

Step 6

Pour the smoothie into two serving glasses. Optionally, top with pomegranate seeds for a festive finish.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious, nourishing Winter Smoothie!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(875.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	499.2

Total Fat 7.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 12.2mg	0%
Sodium 219.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 96.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 48.7g
Protein 19.3g	0%

Vitamin D 100.0IU	0%
Calcium 641.2mg	0%
Iron 2.8mg	0%
Potassium 1118.0mg	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: 12.3%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 73.1%