Is there a more quintessentially fall spice than cinnamon? It pairs perfectly with pumpkins and apples and harvest squashes. It’s a little sweet and a little heat and a lot of cozy comfort.
Cinnamon has quickly become my go-to on my own clean eating health journey. Need a little bit of flavor or sweetness that’s not sugar? Cinnamon will do it. I sprinkle it on apple slices and on all varieties of nut butter toasts. I sprinkle it in my coffee too — iced or hot — and I’ve found that as long as there’s a good sprinkle of cinnamon in there, I can basically drink my coffee black.
This summer, I recreated the flavors of Peaches and Cream oatmeal in the form of a healthy, no added sugar smoothie. In honor of the arrival of fall proper (read: winter coat weather), I tackled another childhood favorite: Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal.
This smoothie has the same classic comforting taste of its inspiration without the processed sugars and chemicals that lift you and up and then crash you right back down. The combination of dates, cinnamon and banana is sweet enough naturally, and the protein from the oats, Greek yogurt, and cashew butter will give you energy for the day ahead.
Here’s a secret: This recipe includes frozen riced cauliflower for some hidden veggie power. The riced cauliflower complements the texture and creaminess of oatmeal while sneaking in some extra vitamins. I’ve determined Sawyer will drink most anything in smoothie form, and now I know that includes cauliflower too.
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Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal Protein Smoothie
Clean Eating | No Added Sugar | Gluten-Free
Ingredients
- 1 medium banana, frozen
- 1/2 cup frozen riced cauliflower
- 2 Medjool dates soaked for at least 15 minutes in 1/2 cup warm water
- 1 Tbsp cashew butter
- 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt (Sub coconutmilk or almond yogurt for dairy-free option)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats (gluten-free if desired)
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup almond milk
Instructions
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Add all ingredients except almond milk (including the water the dates were soaking in) to food processor or high-speed blender. Blend for 3 minutes to thoroughly process dates, frozen riced cauliflower and banana.
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Add almond milk and blend 1 more minute until combined.
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Garnish with an extra sprinkle of cinnamon and cinnamon stick and enjoy!
Share this portable frozen twist on the classic comfort breakfast with #NeverDoneWithFun!
And if you’re looking for other healthy, clean smoothies with no added sugar, try my Berry-Almond Cheesecake Smoothie, Wake-Me-Up Cold-Brew Coffee Smoothie, or PB & J Smoothie Bowl.
