Description
This Caramel Apple Protein Smoothie is a delicious and nutritious blend perfect for a quick breakfast or post-workout snack. Combining the natural sweetness of apples and dates with creamy Greek yogurt and protein powder, this smoothie provides a balanced mix of protein, fiber, and healthy fats with a hint of warming cinnamon and vanilla to evoke the comforting flavors of caramel apple dessert in a healthy, drinkable form.
Ingredients
Fruits and Flavorings
- 1 medium-size apple, cored (~160 g)
- 2 dates (~30 g)
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Dairy and Protein
- 1/4 cup (55 g) Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
- 1/2 – 1 scoop (~25 g) protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
Other Ingredients
- 1/2 Tbsp (8 g) almond butter
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) unsweetened almond milk
Instructions
- Prepare the Apple: Core the apple and chop it into smaller pieces for easier blending. There’s no need to peel the apple unless you prefer a smoother texture.
- Add Ingredients to Blender: Place the chopped apple, pitted dates, Greek yogurt, protein powder, almond butter, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and unsweetened almond milk into a standard blender.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend the mixture on high speed until it reaches a smooth and creamy consistency, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed to ensure all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of protein powder to your preference or dietary needs.
- If the smoothie is too thick, add more almond milk gradually to reach your desired consistency.
- Using Medjool dates adds natural caramel-like sweetness, but other dates will also work.
- For a vegan option, use a plant-based yogurt instead of Greek yogurt.
- You can chill the apple pieces beforehand for a colder smoothie without adding ice, which may dilute the flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Smoothie, Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie (approximately 350 ml)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: nine g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
