An Apple Pie Smoothie is a creamy, sweet, and comforting drink that tastes just like a slice of apple pie served in a glass. It combines fresh apples, milk, yogurt, warm spices, and natural sweeteners to create a smooth and refreshing treat with cozy flavor in every sip. While traditional apple pie is baked in the oven, this smoothie gives you that same familiar taste without any baking required. It’s quick to make, cool and satisfying, and perfect for breakfast, a snack, or even a light dessert.
What makes this smoothie special is the mix of apple, cinnamon, and vanilla. These flavors work together to taste just like pie filling. The texture is thick and creamy, like a milkshake, but it can be made healthy depending on your ingredients. Kids love it because it tastes like dessert, and adults love it because it can be packed with nutrition and energy for the day.
You Should Try the Apple Pie Smoothie
You should try an Apple Pie Smoothie because it is fast, simple, and made with easy ingredients you probably already have at home. It takes only a few minutes to prepare, which makes it great for busy mornings or after-school snacks. You don’t need special cooking skills if you can use a blender, you can make this smoothie.
Another great reason to try it is that you can change it in many ways. You can make it dairy-free, extra sweet, high-protein, or even add oats to make it more filling. It’s also a smart way to use apples that are getting a little too soft to eat whole. Instead of wasting them, turn them into a delicious smoothie.
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Ingredients you’ll need for Apple Pie Smoothie
Here is everything you need to make Apple Pie Smoothie:
- 1 large apple sweet varieties like Fuji, Gala, or Honeycrisp work best
- 1 cup milk regular or plant based
- ½ cup vanilla yogurt
- ¼ cup rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter or almond butter optional but creamy
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of nutmeg optional
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup optional, for extra sweetness
- ½ cup ice cubes
How to Make Apple Pie Smoothie
Step 1
Start by washing your apple very well under running water. If you prefer a smoother texture, peel the apple, but if your blender is strong, you can leave the peel on for extra fiber and nutrients. Cut the apple into small chunks and remove the core and seeds. Smaller pieces are easier for the blender and will make your smoothie extra smooth. If you like a colder smoothie, you can freeze the apple chunks for about an hour before blending.
Step 2
Add the apple pieces into the blender first, then pour in the milk. Adding liquid near the blades helps everything blend better and faster. Next, add the yogurt and rolled oats. The yogurt makes the smoothie creamy, and the oats make it thicker and more filling, almost like a breakfast drink. If you want a richer taste, add the spoon of peanut butter or almond butter at this step.
Step 3
Now sprinkle in the cinnamon and nutmeg, and add the vanilla extract. These are the flavors that make the smoothie taste like apple pie. If your apple is not very sweet, add a little honey or maple syrup. Remember, you can always add more later, but you cannot take it out, so start small. Drop in the ice cubes last so they sit on top.
Step 4
Put the lid on the blender and start blending on low speed, then slowly increase to high. Blend for about 45–60 seconds, or until everything looks smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, add a splash more milk and blend again. If it is too thin, add a few more apple pieces or a spoon of oats and blend once more.
Step 5
Taste your smoothie and adjust if needed. You can add more cinnamon for stronger spice flavor or a bit more sweetener if you like it sweeter. Pour into a glass right away and enjoy while it is fresh and cold. You can also sprinkle a tiny bit of cinnamon on top to make it look fancy.
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Kitchen equipment you will need :
Before you start, make sure you have these kitchen tools ready:
- Blender
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Glass or smoothie jar
- Spoon for tasting
- Peeler optional
Tips and Variation Ideas
Use sweet, crisp apples like Fuji, Gala, or Honeycrisp for the best natural flavor and less need for added sweetener.
Freeze apple chunks ahead of time so your smoothie turns out extra cold and thick without needing too much ice.
Always add liquid to the blender first so the blades spin easily and everything blends smoothly.
Start with less sweetener, then taste and adjust apples vary in sweetness.
What can I serve with this Apple Pie Smoothie ?
I often enjoy this Apple Pie Smoothie with a variety of foods like cake or cheesecake, and my daughter loves it with cookies or cupcakes. Sometimes we like to enjoy it on its own because it’s delicious and filling in itself.
Commonly Asked Questions
How do I make the smoothie thicker ?
Use frozen apple chunks, add oats, or include a frozen banana.
Can I freeze the smoothie ?
Yes. Freeze in ice cube trays and re-blend later with milk.
Can I add protein powder ?
Yes. Vanilla protein powder blends in very well.
Can I use any kind of apple ?
Yes, but sweet apples like Fuji, Gala, and Honeycrisp give the best flavor.
Apple Pie Smoothie
Course: Breakfast, Snacks, BeverageCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy2
servings5
minutes300
kcal5
minutesApple Pie Smoothie is a creamy, sweet drink made with fresh apples, milk, yogurt, oats, and warm spices. It tastes like apple pie in a glass and is quick, easy, and perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
1 large apple sweet varieties like Fuji, Gala, or Honeycrisp work best
1 cup milk regular or plant based
½ cup vanilla yogurt
¼ cup rolled oats
1 tablespoon peanut butter or almond butter optional but creamy
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Pinch of nutmeg optional
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup optional, for extra sweetness
½ cup ice cubes
Directions
- Start by washing your apple very well under running water. If you prefer a smoother texture, peel the apple, but if your blender is strong, you can leave the peel on for extra fiber and nutrients. Cut the apple into small chunks and remove the core and seeds. Smaller pieces are easier for the blender and will make your smoothie extra smooth. If you like a colder smoothie, you can freeze the apple chunks for about an hour before blending.
- Add the apple pieces into the blender first, then pour in the milk. Adding liquid near the blades helps everything blend better and faster. Next, add the yogurt and rolled oats. The yogurt makes the smoothie creamy, and the oats make it thicker and more filling, almost like a breakfast drink. If you want a richer taste, add the spoon of peanut butter or almond butter at this step.
- Now sprinkle in the cinnamon and nutmeg, and add the vanilla extract. These are the flavors that make the smoothie taste like apple pie. If your apple is not very sweet, add a little honey or maple syrup. Remember, you can always add more later, but you cannot take it out, so start small. Drop in the ice cubes last so they sit on top.
- Put the lid on the blender and start blending on low speed, then slowly increase to high. Blend for about 45–60 seconds, or until everything looks smooth and creamy. If the smoothie is too thick, add a splash more milk and blend again. If it is too thin, add a few more apple pieces or a spoon of oats and blend once more.
- Taste your smoothie and adjust if needed. You can add more cinnamon for stronger spice flavor or a bit more sweetener if you like it sweeter. Pour into a glass right away and enjoy while it is fresh and cold. You can also sprinkle a tiny bit of cinnamon on top to make it look fancy.
Notes
- Freeze your apple chunks first for a thicker, colder smoothie.
- Use rolled oats instead of quick oats for better texture and nutrition.
- Start with a small amount of cinnamon, then add more to taste.
- Taste before adding sweetener some apples are already very sweet.
