Description
A creamy and cozy carrot cake smoothie that blends sweet carrots, banana, warm spices, and milk into a wholesome drink that tastes like dessert in a glass.
Ingredients
- 1 cup carrots, peeled and chopped
- 1 ripe banana
- 3/4 cup milk of choice
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (optional)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger (optional)
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Add chopped carrots and banana into a blender.
- Pour in the milk and add Greek yogurt if using.
- Add maple syrup or honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
- Add ice cubes.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Adjust consistency by adding more milk if needed and blend again.
- Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Notes
- Chop carrots finely for easier blending.
- Use frozen banana for a thicker, colder smoothie.
- Adjust sweetness and spices to taste.
- Add oats, chia seeds, or nut butter for extra nutrition.
- Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored up to 24 hours in the refrigerator.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
