Description
A nutritious and delicious oatmeal smoothie that combines oats, fresh or frozen fruit, milk, yogurt, and optional protein and almond butter for a creamy and satisfying start to your day. Perfectly thick and cold, this smoothie can be customized with your favorite fruits and sweeteners, making it a versatile, quick, and healthy breakfast or snack option.
Ingredients
Scale
Oats
- 1/2 cup rolled oats or quick oats (45g)
Fruit
- 2 cups fresh or frozen fruit of choice (240g)
Dairy and Alternatives
- 3/4 cup milk of choice (180g)
- 2/3 cup yogurt or dairy-free alternative (160g)
Sweeteners and Add-ins
- 2 tbsp pure maple syrup or sweetener of choice (30g)
- 1 scoop protein powder (30g) (optional)
- 2 tbsp almond butter (30g) (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare fruit: For the best thick and cold oatmeal smoothie, refrigerate or freeze your chosen fresh fruit ahead of time to create a chilled base that enhances both texture and flavor.
- Process oats (optional): For a creamy texture, pulse the rolled oats alone in a blender until they become soft and powdery. Skip this step for a slightly chewy texture that adds bite to your smoothie.
- Blend all ingredients: Add the prepared oats, chilled fruit, milk, yogurt, sweetener, and any optional protein powder or almond butter into the blender. Process on high speed until the mixture is smooth and evenly blended. If your blender is not high-powered or lacks a tamper, consider using non-frozen fruit for easier blending.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses, mason jars, or bowls. Add desired toppings such as nuts, seeds, or additional fruit for extra flavor and texture.
- Enjoy or store: Enjoy your oatmeal smoothie immediately for the best taste and texture, or refrigerate any leftovers in a covered container for up to five days to enjoy later.
Notes
- Refrigerating or freezing fruit ahead of time improves smoothie thickness and chill.
- Blending the oats first creates a creamier texture, unlike leaving them whole for chewiness.
- Use high-speed blender for smoothest texture; substitute fresh fruit if blender struggles with frozen.
- Optional ingredients like protein powder and almond butter boost nutrition and flavor.
- Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to five days, making it convenient for meal prep.
