Apple Pie Cinnamon Protein Smoothie

Just blend, sip, and enjoy!

What You’ll Need

• 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• ½ apple, diced (Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith work best)
• ½ frozen banana (for natural sweetness)
• 1 tbsp oat flour or rolled oats (for a pie-like texture)
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ½ tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tbsp maple syrup or honey (optional, for extra sweetness)
• ½ cup ice cubes

For Toppings (Optional but Delicious!):

• Crushed graham crackers
• Extra cinnamon
• Apple slices

Pro Tips

1. Use a crisp apple! Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith work best.
2. Want it extra creamy? Add ½ cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese.
3. For a dairy-free version, use almond, oat, or coconut milk.
4. Make it sweeter! Add ½ tbsp honey or an extra frozen banana.
5. For a real apple pie taste, add a pinch of nutmeg.

Tools You’ll Need

• Blender
• Tall glass
• Spoon for drizzling toppings

Substitutions & Variations

• No banana? Use ½ cup frozen cauliflower for thickness.
• More crunch? Stir in toasted pecans or walnuts before serving.
• Want extra pie flavor? Add a teaspoon of graham cracker crumbs.

Instructions

Step 1: Add Ingredients to Blender

In a blender, add milk, vanilla protein powder, diced apple, frozen banana, oat flour, cinnamon, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and ice cubes.

Step 2: Blend Until Smooth

Blend on high for 30 seconds until thick and creamy.

Step 3: Pour Into Glass

Pour the thick smoothie into a tall glass.

Step 4: Garnish & Serve

Top with crushed graham crackers, extra cinnamon, and fresh apple slices.

Leftovers & Storage

• Best enjoyed fresh!
• If making ahead, store in the fridge for up to 24 hours and shake before drinking.

Wrap-Up

And that’s it—your Apple Pie Cinnamon Protein Smoothie is ready! It’s cozy, creamy, and full of warm apple pie flavors, but with a protein boost to keep you going. Try it out, take a pic, and let me know how it turned out. Cheers! 🍏🥤✨