🥕 Creamy Carrot Cake Smoothie

🥕 Creamy Carrot Cake Smoothie

Prep time: 5 minutes | Servings: 1-2

Ingredients

• 1 cup Carrots, finely grated (about 2 medium carrots)

• 1 Frozen banana (for creaminess and sweetness)

• 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or coconut yogurt

• 1 cup Milk of choice (oat, almond, or dairy)

• 1 tbsp Almond butter or cashew butter

• 1 tsp Vanilla extract

• 1/2 tsp Ground cinnamon

• 1/4 tsp Ground ginger

• A pinch of Nutmeg

• Optional: 1-2 Medjool dates or 1 tsp maple syrup for extra sweetness

Instructions

1. Prep the Carrots: If you have a high-powered blender, you can just chop the carrots into small chunks. If your blender is standard, grating them first ensures a perfectly smooth texture.

2. Combine: Place the carrots, frozen banana, yogurt, milk, nut butter, and spices into the blender.

3. Blend: Start on a low speed and gradually increase to high. Blend for about 45–60 seconds until the mixture is completely smooth and no carrot bits remain.

4. Adjust: If the smoothie is too thick, add a splash more milk. If you want it colder, add a handful of ice and blend again.

5. Serve: Pour into glasses and garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a cinnamon stick, as shown in your photo.

Pro-Tips for the Best Texture

• Steam the Carrots: If you want an even smoother, sweeter taste, lightly steam the carrots and let them cool before blending.

• Boost the Protein: Add a scoop of vanilla protein powder for a more filling post-workout meal.

• Add “Cake” Texture: Toss in a tablespoon of rolled oats or chopped walnuts for that authentic carrot cake feel.