Creamy Banana & Oat Smoothie

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Creamy Banana & Oat Smoothie

Prep time: 5 minutes | Servings: 1-2

Ingredients

  • 1 large banana (use a frozen one for a thicker, creamier texture)

  • 1/4 cup rolled oats (old-fashioned oats provide the best texture)

  • 1 cup milk of choice (dairy, almond, oat, or soy milk all work well)

  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (optional, for extra protein and tang)

  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • A pinch of cinnamon

  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (optional, if you prefer it sweeter)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Oats: For a smoother texture, you can pulse the dry oats in the blender first until they reach a flour-like consistency.

  2. Combine: Add the banana, milk, yogurt, vanilla, and cinnamon into the blender.

  3. Blend: Start on a low speed and gradually increase to high. Blend for 45-60 seconds until completely smooth.

  4. Adjust: If the smoothie is too thick, add a splash more milk. If it’s too thin, add a few ice cubes or more oats and blend again.

  5. Serve: Pour into a glass and garnish with a few slices of banana, a sprinkle of oats, and a sprig of fresh mint just like in your photo.

Quick Tips for Success

  • The Banana: The riper the banana (the more brown spots), the sweeter your smoothie will be without needing extra sugar.

  • Texture: If you find the raw oats too “gritty,” you can soak them in the milk for 5-10 minutes before blending to soften them up.

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