Wholesome apple pie-inspired smoothie bowl with creamy base, crunchy granola, nuts, and cinnamon for breakfast or snack.
# Components:
→ Smoothie Base
01 - 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and chopped
02 - 1 large frozen banana, sliced
03 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
04 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt
05 - 2 tablespoons rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
06 - 1 tablespoon almond butter or peanut butter
07 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
08 - 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
09 - 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup (optional, to taste)
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
11 - Pinch of salt
→ Toppings
12 - 1/2 cup granola (gluten-free if needed)
13 - 1 small apple, thinly sliced
14 - 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts or pecans
15 - 1 tablespoon raisins or dried cranberries
16 - Extra ground cinnamon, for sprinkling
17 - Drizzle of maple syrup (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Combine the chopped apples, frozen banana, almond milk, yogurt, oats, almond butter, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt in a blender.
02 - Process all ingredients on high speed until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy, adding more milk as needed to adjust consistency.
03 - Divide the smoothie base evenly into two serving bowls.
04 - Top each bowl with granola, apple slices, chopped nuts, raisins or dried cranberries, a sprinkle of extra cinnamon, and a drizzle of maple syrup if desired.
05 - Serve immediately with spoons and enjoy.
