Carrot Cake Smoothie
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4.8
Carrot Cake Smoothie
Description
This Carrot Cake Smoothie starts with carrot juice as a base, combined with frozen banana chunks for creaminess and natural sweetness. Unsweetened vanilla almond milk adds a dairy-free liquid, while vanilla-flavored protein powder contributes both flavor and protein content. A hint of cinnamon introduces the characteristic spice associated with carrot cake. Ice cubes give the smoothie a refreshing thickness.
When blended until smooth, the flavors meld into a lightly spiced, naturally sweet drink that resembles the taste of carrot cake without added sugars or fats. The result is a nutrition-focused smoothie with balanced texture and flavor.
If the smoothie is too thick, additional milk or carrot juice can be added to thin the texture to preference.
Ingredients
- ½ cup carrot juice I used Bolthouse Farms 100% carrot juice*
- 1 banana in chunks, frozen
- ¾ cup almond milk any non-dairy milk works, unsweetened vanilla
- 1 coop protein powder vanilla
- ⅛ teaspoon cinnamon
- 4-5 ice cubes
Instructions
- Blend: Place all ingredients into a high powdered blender and blend until smooth. If the smoothie is too thick, add an additional splash of milk or carrot juice.
Notes
- Store-bought carrot juice can be used, though fresh carrot juice is a suitable alternative.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 294 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 294kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 45g | 15% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 62mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 400mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 891mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 21g | 42% |
| Vitamin A | 22643IU | 453% |
| Vitamin C | 20mg | 22% |
| Calcium | 416mg | 42% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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