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Carrot Cake Smoothie - A Cozy, Spiced Treat in a Glass

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • Carrots: 1 cup finely grated raw carrots (or steamed and cooled for a smoother blend).
  • Banana: 1 ripe banana (fresh or frozen for extra creaminess).
  • Greek yogurt: 1/2 cup, plain or vanilla (dairy-free yogurt works too).
  • Milk: 3/4 to 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or oat, soy, dairy milk).
  • Rolled oats: 2–3 tablespoons for body and fiber.
  • Dates or maple syrup: 1–2 pitted Medjool dates or 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup, to taste.
  • Nut butter: 1 tablespoon almond or cashew butter for richness (optional but recommended).
  • Vanilla extract: 1/2 teaspoon for that cake-like flavor.
  • Cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  • Nutmeg: A small pinch (freshly grated if possible).
  • Ginger: A pinch of ground ginger or 1/2 teaspoon fresh grated ginger for a gentle kick.
  • Pineapple: 1/4 cup chunks, fresh or frozen (optional, but great for brightness).
  • Ice: A handful if using fresh bananas or if you want a colder, thicker smoothie.
  • Salt: Tiny pinch to balance sweetness.
  • Toppings (optional): Shredded coconut, chopped walnuts or pecans, extra cinnamon, or a dollop of yogurt.

Method
 

  1. Prep your carrots: Finely grate raw carrots with a box grater. If you prefer a silkier texture, quickly steam the carrots for 3–5 minutes, then cool. Raw carrots add a bit more texture; steamed ones blend ultracreamy.
  2. Add base ingredients to the blender: Start with milk, yogurt, banana, and nut butter. This helps the blades catch everything and creates a smooth foundation.
  3. Layer in flavor: Add carrots, oats, dates or maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and a tiny pinch of salt.
  4. Optional brightness: Toss in pineapple if you want a lift of acidity to mimic cream cheese tang.
  5. Blend until smooth: Start on low, increase to high, and blend for 45–60 seconds. If it’s too thick, splash in more milk. If it’s thin, add a few ice cubes or extra oats.
  6. Taste and adjust: Add more cinnamon or a touch more sweetener if needed. For a stronger “cake” vibe, a dash of allspice can be lovely.
  7. Serve: Pour into a chilled glass. Top with a sprinkle of cinnamon, chopped nuts, or coconut if you like some texture.