Take overnight oats to a whole new level with this fall-inspired caramel apple overnight oatmeal smoothie. Thick and creamy, it’s got that stick-to-your-ribs feeling of a bowl of oats that’ll keep you satisfied for hours. Vegan, gluten-free, and packed with plant-based protein and fiber, this smoothie makes a healthy and easy breakfast or snack!
I was seriously tempted to call this smoothie ‘A Cup o’ Fall.’ Or even ‘A Hug in a Mug.’
But seeing as the former is bad for SEO and the latter has already been claimed by the brew of the gods (read: coffee), I decided to go with something a little more obvious and dubbed this delightful cup ‘o fall a caramel apple overnight oatmeal smoothie instead. Not as cutesy and fun, maybe, but at least it gets the point across.
Well… kind of.
I suppose the ‘caramel’ part could be a bit misleading considering there’s no caramel caramel in this smoothie (I know, I know), but there’s nature’s caramel (read: dates)…. which is even better if you’re looking for a healthy breakfast or snack; and I always am, because… hi… those two things make up at least 75% of my diet.
So. This smoothie. This ridiculously creamy and comforting smoothie that instantly fills your mind with images of chunky knit sweaters, soft brown boots, and warm sunlight streaming through golden leaves…. It’s good stuff.
And — yes — that was the lamest excuse for a recipe description ever, but my mind kind of got lost in a fall-induced happy place and that’s the best it could come up with. Sorry.
Let’s try again…
This smoothie… is basically a blended up bowl of oatmeal. And I realize that might sound a little strange if you’ve never tried putting oats in your smoothies before, but you need to give it a shot because it will change.your.LIFE. I promise.
Say goodbye to thin, runny smoothies that leave you feeling unsatisfied and hungry again in half an hour, and say hello to the creamiest, doughiest, and most satisfying smoothies ever…
See that? Totally spoon-worthy.
Oats are great in smoothies because not only do they work wonders on the creaminess front, but they add a little bit of extra fibre and protein to help keep you fuller longer. There’s nothing worse than finishing a meal or snack only to start feeling peckish again 30 minutes later, but I promise you won’t have that issue with this guy.
And while I know apples may not be the first fruit that comes to mind when you think smoothie (bananas hold that spot for me), I encourage you to broaden your horizons and toss an apple in your blender [along with the rest of the ingredients]. The result is a creamy and comforting smoothie that tastes like apple pie and is perfect for this time of the year. Enjoy!
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Caramel Apple Overnight Oatmeal Smoothie
- Total Time: 3 hours 5 mins
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
Ingredients
- ½ cup (40 g) rolled oats**
- 1 Tbsp (7 g) chia seeds
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 medium apple, peeled and cored (~120 g)
- 2 Medjool dates, pitted (30 g)
- 1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened vanilla almond milk***
Instructions
- The night before, add all the ingredients to the bowl of your blender and give it a stir to ensure that everything is well combined. Cover and place in the fridge for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight.
- The next morning, blend until a smooth and creamy consistency is reached, adding more milk if the smoothie is too thick. Transfer back to a bowl or glass, add desired toppings, and enjoy!
Notes
* Cook time refers to chilling time. ** Be sure to use certified gluten-free oats if you need this to be gluten-free. You can also reduce the oats to ⅓ cup and add a scoop of your favourite protein powder. *** If smoothie is too thick, add a few extra splashes of milk to the blender.
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 3 hours
Keywords: apples, breakfast, dates, gluten-free, healthy, oats, overnight oats, recipe, smoothie, snack, vegan
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I just found this recipe and intend to make it as soon as I get a few of the ingredients. But I don’t often have chia seeds in the house. We tend to use ground flaxseed. Would that substitute well?
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I blended the night before 🤦🏼♀️ Let’s hope it tastes the same tomorrow
Love this! I love the idea to fridge your oats with the liquid so that your smoothie is super thick and super smooth. Oats are a great addition to smoothies, but I never liked the texture. It was like drinking a bowl of oatmeal. More chewing than a smoothie should have. This idea is brilliant. I’m super type A so I plan my meals the night before and do any prep, so it was very easy to make in advance. Now I do this with ANY oat smoothie I make.
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Ooooh, yes! I have something against overnight oats – that texture – ugh! But now, you’ve changed my mind 😀 Awesome idea, cheers 😀
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I may be two years late to this party but – oh my goodness! It’s like toffee apple in a glass on bonfire night. Completely delicious. Thanks for the inspiration!
Just tried this smoothie. I really enjoyed it- great taste, creamy, and super easy! Then I started adding up calorie counts- surprised me it was about 500 calories! That’s a lot more than I usually have at breakfast! Hope I stay full until lunch! I understand these are healthy ingredients, but that’s a lot of calories as well.
Hi Barb! I’m glad you enjoyed it. And as for the calorie count, I actually just plugged it in to my calculator and it only came out to about 380 calories with the ingredients I used.
Do you think this could be made with (homemade) applesauce? I’m allergic to apples, but I can eat them cooked. It sounds amazing!!!
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That should work fine, Cathy! If anything, you could just decrease the amount of milk you add by a few spoonfuls since applesauce is a little more liquidy.