Oh man, I am way late to the adding-oatmeal-to-your-smoothies party.
(Seriously, how did I miss this?!)
But whatever, better late than never because I’ve got an oatmeal smoothie recipe to share with you today that literally tastes just like an oatmeal cookie. But this one is minus the guilt because it’s made with healthy everyday ingredients, that also happen to be vegan and gluten-free.
I know I’ve never said this before, but you’ve gotta try it. ;)
I’ve been making this smoothie all week as a little treat after my morning workout, and it feels exactly like that — a treat.
All of the ingredients in it are totally good for you. But when combined together, they taste like the most decadent sweet dessert, thus also making this one of those smoothies that you could enjoy just about anytime of the day. Here’s how to make it:
The key to using oats in your smoothies is to ground them up first. Just pop them in your blender and pulse about 3-5 times until they’re nice and smooth. (It takes 2 seconds!)
Then add in the rest of your ingredients — including the vanilla and spices that will have it tasting extra oatmeal-cookie-ish, and pulse until smooth.
The result will be one delicious smoothie that will give you lots of fiber and energy to get through the day. And it can even satisfy those cookie cravings if you’re looking for a healthier alternative.
Hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
(Skinny!) Oatmeal Cookie Smoothie
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups 1x
Description
This smoothie tastes just like an oatmeal cookie. And it’s good for you too!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 frozen (peeled) banana
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1-2 Tbsp. honey (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract, store-bought or homemade
- 1/4 tsp. ground ginger
- pinch of nutmeg
- pinch of salt
- (optional: 1/4 cup raisins)
Instructions
- Add oats to blender, and pulse until finely ground. Add remaining ingredients and pulse until blended and smooth. Serve immediately.
This.is.delicious! And so quick! And so healthy! I made mine minus honey and it was perfect! I will totally be making this again soon. It’s morning right now but I can definitely imagine enjoying this for dessert. Thank you!
This was great! I added about a table spoon of peanut butter! YUMMY! My hubby says: “you better know how you made this so you can do it again!
This. Is. Awesome! I fell like I just had liquid cookies for breakfast!
SO GOOD! This is a very favorite!!
Thanks, Morgan, we’re so glad you love it!
Sub for a banana allergy?
Hi Sara! We would use yogurt in place of the banana — it will help create the nice thick consistency that you get with the banana. We hope this helps and that you enjoy!
Yum!
Just made this – it’s so amazing compared to other oatmeal smoothies I’ve tried in the past!! I mixed in protein powder and a bit of low fat yoghurt for my post-workout smoothie. Yum yum :)
Thanks Amy! We’re so happy you enjoyed this! :)
I make a similar smoothie with peanut butter, banana, Almond milk, Oatmeal and ice to thinken it up a bit. OH So Nummy!!
What can you use in place of banana. I can’t have them. :(
Hi Nina! We would suggest yogurt in this. We hope you enjoy!
Es bueno para bajar peso y bariga y para el estreñimiento y para el cholesterol. Lo voy a hacer.!