Creamy Applesauce Smoothie
Servings 1 smoothie
Ingredients
Applesauce Smoothie
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
- ½ cup Greek yogurt plain or vanilla
- ½ cup milk of choice or apple juice for stronger apple flavor
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 frozen banana or 4-5 ice cubes
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup optional, to taste
Optional Add-Ins
- 2 tablespoons rolled oats for extra fiber and thickness
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds for omega-3s and thickness
- ½ cup frozen berries strawberry or blueberry
Instructions
Make the Smoothie
- Add the applesauce, Greek yogurt, and milk to a blender.
- Add the cinnamon and either the frozen banana or ice cubes.
- Blend on high for 30-60 seconds until completely smooth.
- Taste and adjust. Add honey for more sweetness, more milk to thin, or more cinnamon to taste.
- Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Notes
- Banana vs. ice: Frozen banana makes a creamier, thicker smoothie. Ice makes it frostier but can water it down. Use one or the other, not both.
- Applesauce type: Use regular unsweetened applesauce, not Granny Smith unsweetened, which is tarter and won't taste as sweet.
- Smoothie bowl: Use only ¼ cup milk for a thicker blend. Pour into a bowl and top with granola, sliced apple, and honey.
- Dairy-free: Use coconut yogurt and any plant-based milk.
- Meal prep: Pre-portion applesauce, frozen fruit, and oats into freezer bags. Add milk and yogurt when ready to blend.