Easy Apple Smoothie

This 5-ingredient apple smoothie is delicious and healthy. Learn how to make it in just 5 minutes in a blender at home.

Recipe Highlights

• An apple smoothie is a pureed drink made in a blender. It’s easy to make at home in 5 minutes with 5 ingredients.
• The combination of apple and banana gives this drink natural sweetness. The cinnamon is a warming spice and tastes delicious with both fruits.
• Enjoy this smoothie for breakfast or when you’re craving a fall treat.

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Apple Smoothie Health Benefits

Supports Your Immune System

The vitamin C in apple and banana is important for overall health. It helps your immune system fight bad germs that might make you sick.

Maintains Healthy Digestion

Apple and banana contain fiber, an important nutrient for digestive health. It helps you have more regular bowel movements.

Greek yogurt also has probiotics, or “good” live bacteria, which protect your gut.

Contains Antioxidants

This smoothie is high in antioxidants thanks to the apple and banana. Antioxidants reduce the risk of chronic disease by keeping your cells healthy.

Reduces High Blood Cholesterol

Over time, high blood cholesterol can lead to heart disease. The soluble fiber in apple and banana can help by lowering high blood cholesterol levels.

Promotes Healthy Bones

The milk and Greek yogurt have calcium, an important mineral for bone health. Even banana contains some calcium, too.

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Ingredient Notes

• Milk
  The liquid base of this recipe is milk. It gives the smoothie a creamy and thick consistency. You can use any type of milk you prefer, including plant-based options like almond milk or oat milk.
• Greek yogurt
  Greek yogurt is high in protein, calcium, and probiotics. As a bonus, it makes the smoothie thick and creamy.
• Ground cinnamon
  Cinnamon and apples are a classic pairing. It adds a warm, delicious flavor to the recipe.
• Apple
  Naturally sweet and slightly tart, fresh apple is a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It’s the main ingredient of this drink.
• Frozen banana
  Banana adds sweetness and creaminess. Frozen banana is the best choice because it makes the smoothie thick and cold. This means you don’t have to use ice, which can water down the drink.

Step-by-Step Instructions

For full ingredients and instructions, scroll down to the recipe.

1. Put milk and Greek yogurt into the blender.
   Liquids are always the first ingredient.
2. Add ground cinnamon.
3. Add apples.
4. Add frozen bananas.

5. Blend until smooth.
   Start on low speed, then increase to high.
6. Pour into a cup. Serve immediately.

Optional Add-Ins

Seeds
Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of flax seed, hemp seed, or chia seeds for extra protein. Seeds contain plant-based protein, fiber, and vitamins.

Butters
For an extra-creamy smoothie, add a spoonful of peanut, almond, or cashew butter. If you don’t eat nuts, use sunflower butter for a similar flavor profile.

Protein powder
Turn the recipe into a protein smoothie by adding a protein powder or collagen powder. You can use unflavored or vanilla protein powder in this recipe. Depending on the recommendation on the product packaging, you’ll need ½ to 1 scoop.

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Blender Tips

Add liquids first.
For an efficient blend and to prevent air pockets, put ingredients into the blender in the proper order. Liquids go in first, then seeds and powders, followed by fruits and vegetables, and finally, ice (if adding) and frozen fruit. Heaviest ingredients go in last.

Use a blender tamper.
Use a tamper to push the ingredients down close to the blades. As long as the lid is on, the tamper won’t touch the blades.

Cut fruit into chunks.
More powerful blenders can puree larger pieces of fruit. However, if your blender is less powerful, be sure to cut them into smaller pieces first.

Start on low, then move to high speed.
To make sure the blender’s motor doesn’t overheat, start at low speed before moving too high. Blending on high will keep the motor cool.

Expert Tips

• Always chop the apple before adding it to a blender. Never put in a whole apple.
• Feel free to omit the cinnamon if you don’t like the taste.
• If the smoothie is too thick for your liking, add a bit of milk. Then, blend for about 10 seconds.
• Leftover smoothies should be stored in an airtight glass jar in the refrigerator. The drink will last 1-2 days, but it will taste best within 24 hours of blending.

Questions You May Have

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