Description
A refreshing cranberry oat smoothie, perfect for a quick, nutritious breakfast or snack. Packed with antioxidants, fiber, and protein, easily customizable to your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup frozen cranberries
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (not instant)
- 1 ripe banana
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy, like almond or oat milk)
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional, for added thickness and nutrients)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, for added sweetness)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional, for flavor)
- Ice cubes (optional, for a colder smoothie)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Measure out all ingredients and have them ready.
- Combine Ingredients in a Blender: Add frozen cranberries, rolled oats, banana, Greek yogurt, milk, and orange juice to your blender. If using, add chia seeds, honey/maple syrup, and cinnamon. Add a pinch of salt.
- Blend Until Smooth: Start blending on low, then increase to high. Blend until completely smooth, about 1-2 minutes. If too thick, add more milk. If too thin, add more frozen cranberries or ice.
- Check Consistency and Sweetness: Check for thickness and creaminess. Blend longer if needed. Taste and add more honey or maple syrup if desired, 1 teaspoon at a time.
- Add Ice (Optional): If you prefer a colder smoothie, add ice cubes and blend until smooth.
- Pour and Serve: Pour into a glass or travel mug. Garnish with fresh cranberries or cinnamon if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust Sweetness: Reduce or omit honey/maple syrup for a less sweet smoothie.
- Different Fruits: Use other frozen fruits like blueberries, raspberries, or strawberries.
- Add Protein: Add a scoop of protein powder (vanilla or unflavored recommended).
- Boost Nutrients: Add a handful of spinach or kale.
- Make it Vegan: Use non-dairy milk and plant-based yogurt.
- Prepare Ahead: Store in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Add more milk if it thickens.
- Freezing: Freeze in individual portions for up to 3 months. Thaw and blend before serving.
- Oat Alternatives: Use quick-cooking oats, quinoa flakes, or amaranth flakes.
- Yogurt Substitutions: Use regular yogurt or kefir.
- Orange Juice Alternatives: Use grapefruit juice, tangerine juice, or a splash of lemon/lime juice.
- Spice it Up: Experiment with nutmeg, ginger, or cardamom.
- Nut Butter Boost: Add a tablespoon of almond butter or peanut butter.
- Seed Power: Add flax seeds or hemp seeds.
- Sweetener Options: Use agave nectar, stevia, or monk fruit sweetener.
- Layered Smoothie: Blend different ingredients separately and layer them in a glass.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes