If you are craving a smoothie that tastes like a cozy bowl of oatmeal but still feels light and refreshing, this pear oat bran smoothie is the one. Ripe pear slices, creamy banana, and Greek yogurt blend into a mellow base, while oat bran adds gentle texture and cinnamon brings a warm, bakery-like spice. It is a simple make-now breakfast that works beautifully in late summer and carries you right into fall.
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 ripe pear, cored and sliced
- 1/2 small banana, preferably frozen
- 1/4 cup oat bran
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup ice cubes
How To Make It
Add the almond milk, Greek yogurt, pear slices, banana, oat bran, cinnamon, and ice cubes to a high-speed blender.
Blend on high for 45 to 60 seconds, or until the smoothie is completely creamy and no visible pear or oat bran pieces remain. If the smoothie is too thick for your liking, add an extra splash of almond milk and blend again for a few seconds.
Pour the smoothie into a glass and finish with a light dusting of cinnamon if desired.
Tips
For a colder, thicker smoothie, freeze the pear slices for at least one hour before blending. If you prefer a sweeter drink, use a very ripe pear or add half a teaspoon of maple syrup. Oat bran thickens as it sits, so this smoothie is best enjoyed right away, but you can thin leftovers with a little almond milk and stir well.
This pear oat bran smoothie is a happy, spiced start to any morning.