Pear, Oat and Ginger Smoothie
HELPFUL TIP:
Freezing the pears overnight reduces the amount of ice needed for blending the next day and results in a thick and creamy texture.
PREP TIME 10 minutes
SERVES 2
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 medium to large pears such as red Anjou, peeled, seeded, and chopped (2 2/3 cups)
- 1 3/4 cups skim milk or almond coconut, or oat milk
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 2/3 cup quick-cooking oats
- 1/3 cup ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons plus 1 1/2 teaspoons pure maple syrup or Greek honey
- 2 tablespoons almond butter
- 1 1/4 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon plus more for garnish
- Coarse salt
Instructions
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Freeze pears in a single layer on a baking sheet overnight.
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Combine pears, milk, yogurt, oats, ice, maple syrup or honey, almond butter, ginger, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a blender.
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Blend on low speed, then gradually increase speed to high. Blend until smooth, 1 to 2 minutes. Pour into chilled glasses, and garnish with ground cinnamon. Serve immediately.