My family are big fans of smoothies year round. And we think this apple banana smoothie recipe is the perfect treat for early fall, when some of the days are still warm. It uses only a handful of ingredients, that you probably already have in your cabinet. The apple flavor is a real winner and unusual to find in a smoothie.
The delicious creamy texture of smoothies is irresistible. Plus, you get lots of nutrients from the fruit, yogurt and oats in this recipe. This smoothie has all the flavors you love from apple pie, but it's naturally sweetened and doesn't require any baking. It's perfect for a quick breakfast or an afternoon snack.
Apple is one of my favorite ingredients, if you love it too, check out my apple cinnamon muffins or this apple cranberry pie.
What are the nutritional benefits of apples and bananas?
Both apples and bananas are nutritious fruits and a smoothie is an easy way
to enjoy them any time of day. These fruits are high in fiber, potassium and vitamin C. They promote healthy digestion, lower inflammation and improve immune system response.
Ingredient Notes
This delicious smoothie uses just six simple ingredients you can find in any grocery store. It is both gluten free and dairy free as written.
- Frozen Bananas - Having the bananas frozen ahead of time helps make the prep a breeze and the bananas keep the smoothie cold and creamy. When I have too many ripe bananas on hand, I peel them and place them in a freezer-safe container so I can use them for smoothies or baking later.
- Apples - use your favorite variety. My favorite is Golden Delicious, but green apples or red apples will work fine.
- Gluten Free Oats - For gluten free, ensure you've purchased certified gluten free oats. This is an ingredient which is prone to contamination during growing and processing. If you're not gluten free, feel free to use regular old-fashioned oats here.
- Yogurt - I use dairy free yogurt here. If you're not dairy free, then use any type of yogurt you like.
See recipe card below for full recipe with measurements.
Substitutions & Variations
- Not gluten free - use regular oats in place of gluten free oats in the same measure.
- Not Dairy Free - use plain Greek yogurt in place of dairy free yogurt in the same measure.
- If you don't like apple skins, feel free to peel them before blending.
- Spice Swap - If you want a more complex flavor you can use apple pie spice, pumpkin pie spice or chai spice in place of the cinnamon and nutmeg.
- For a little additional sweetness, add 2 tablespoons of maple syrup.
- Add your favorite protein powder, almond butter, or peanut butter for extra protein.
- For more fiber, consider adding chia seeds or flax seeds.
How to Make an Apple and Banana Smoothie
This breakfast treat could not be easier to make. It only takes 5 minutes to prepare!
STEP 1: Chop the fresh apples into large chunks.
STEP 2: Add the apples and frozen bananas to your blender.
STEP 3: Add the oats, yogurt and spices.
STEP 4: Blend until smooth and serve. If your smoothie is too thick, you can add a little oat milk or coconut milk to loosen it up.
Recipe FAQs
Yes, the sweetness of the banana perfectly compliments the tartness of the apple.
Yes, the combination of fruit, yogurt and oats will not only keep you feeling full for hours but it is packed with vitamins and fiber. Plus this smoothie is sweetened only with fruit and no added sugar.
You can store leftover smoothie in an airtight container in the refrigerator. But it is best if you drink it the same day.
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Recipe
Apple and Banana Smoothie
Equipment
- 1 High Speed Blender
Ingredients
- 2 Bananas sliced and frozen
- 2 Apples
- ½ Cup Gluten Free Oats
- ½ Cup Dairy Free Yogurt
- ¼ teaspoon Cinnamon
- pinch Nutmeg
Instructions
- Optional, peel the apples.
- Slice the apples into chunks.
- Place the apple chunks and the frozen banana slices into the blender.2 Bananas, 2 Apples
- Add the oats, yogurt, cinnamon and nutmeg to the blender.½ Cup Gluten Free Oats, ½ Cup Dairy Free Yogurt, ¼ teaspoon Cinnamon, pinch Nutmeg
- Place the lid on top of the blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour into glasses and serve.
Tiffany is the recipe developer, stylist and food photographer behind Well Fed Baker. As a lifelong baker who had to go gluten free and dairy free in 2016, Tiffany strives to share allergen friendly recipes that never feel like they are free from anything.
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