Description
This Autumn Pear Smoothie is a cozy and nutritious blend perfect for the fall season. Combining sweet pear, warming spices like cinnamon and ginger, creamy almond butter, and nourishing oats, this smoothie offers a delicious way to start your day or enjoy as a wholesome snack. Dairy-free and plant-based, it’s easy to prepare and brings the comforting flavors of autumn to your glass.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 large pear, seeded and chopped
- 1 cup almond milk (or any plant-based milk)
- ½ cup unsweetened coconut yogurt
- ¼ cup oats
- 2 Medjool dates, pitted
- 1 tbsp raw almond butter
- ½ tsp grated fresh ginger (or ¼ tsp ground ginger)
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Topping
- A pinch of grated nutmeg
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Core and chop the large pear into manageable pieces. If using fresh ginger, grate it finely to release its vibrant flavor.
- Blend: Place the pear, almond milk, coconut yogurt, oats, Medjool dates, almond butter, grated or ground ginger, and cinnamon into a blender. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring the oats are fully incorporated.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into a glass. Sprinkle the top with a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg to enhance the warming spice profile.
- Enjoy Immediately: Drink the smoothie right away to savor its fresh, spiced autumn flavors at their peak.
Notes
- You can substitute the pear with apple for a slight flavor variation.
- Use any plant-based milk such as oat, soy, or cashew milk if almond milk is not preferred.
- For a thicker smoothie, add a few ice cubes or use frozen pear slices.
- Adjust sweetness by adding more dates or a natural sweetener if desired.
- Store leftover smoothie in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours, though fresh is best.