Carrot cake flavor without turning on the oven. That was the goal. Carrot juice, a frozen banana, rolled oats, and warm spices go into a blender, and what comes out tastes like a slice of cake in liquid form. No flour, no frosting, no 45-minute bake time.
The oats make it thick. Cinnamon and ginger do the heavy spice work while allspice sits in the background. Use a frozen banana, not fresh; it is the difference between a smoothie and flavored juice. takes about two minutes.
How to Make Carrot Cake Smoothie
Measure and blend
Add 120 ml (1/2 cup) vanilla almond or cashew milk, 350 ml (1 1/2 cups) carrot juice, 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, and 2 tablespoons old fashioned oats to a blender. 
Drop in 1 frozen banana, 1/2 teaspoon ginger, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/2 teaspoon allspice. Blend until completely smooth.
Adjust and serve
Taste it. If you want it sweeter, blend in a small drizzle of maple syrup or honey. For a thicker consistency, add a few ice cubes and blend again.
Pour into a tall glass and drink right away. The oats thicken further if it sits.
Carrot Cake Smoothie with Oats
- Yield: 1 large smoothie 1x
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup vanilla almond or cashew milk 1-1/2 cups carrot juice 1 scoop vanilla protein powder 2 tablespoons old fashioned oats 1 banana (frozen) 1/2 teaspoon ginger 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon allspice
Instructions
- Blend all ingredients together in a blender until smooth..
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use fresh banana instead of frozen?
You can, but the smoothie will be thinner and less creamy. If you only have fresh bananas, add 3 or 4 ice cubes to compensate. Peel and freeze bananas the night before for best results.
Is store-bought carrot juice fine?
Yes. Any pure carrot juice from the refrigerated section works well. Avoid juice blends that contain apple or other fruits since they will change the flavor profile and make it sweeter than intended.
Can I prep this the night before?
You can measure out the dry spices and oats in advance, but blend it fresh. The oats absorb liquid quickly and will turn the smoothie into something closer to porridge if it sits overnight. Blending takes under two minutes, so morning prep is minimal.
