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    6 Sep 6, 2015 Breakfast  |   Jump to Recipe

    Spiced Apple and Oatmeal Smoothie Bowl Recipe

    Hello from Portland, Oregon!!

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    Spiced Oatmeal and Apple Smoothie Bowl

    Jorge and I are eating our way through the city over Labor Day Weekend, and if you’re interested in checking out all of our delicious travels, come say hello on Instagram!  We’re sitting at Pip’s Original Doughnuts at the moment, enjoying a plate of freshly-fried mini doughnuts while I finish up this article 🙂

    Now, on to the recipe.

    This Spiced Oatmeal Smoothie Bowl takes one of my favorite breakfast beverages to the next-level with the addition of healthful toppings, a motley mix of crunchy seeds, shaved coconut, fresh fruit and sweet maple syrup. Out of the glass and into the bowl, the thick smoothie base, flavored with apples, oats and spices, is consumed using a spoon rather than a straw. Toppings are scattered over the surface of the bowl, providing contrasting flavors and textures. Packed with various nutrients, this smoothie bowl can easily fuel an entire morning.  Given how sinfully I’ve been eating this vacation, I am going to be having one of these smoothie bowls every morning for the next week to balance things out!  Continue reading for the recipe (plus fun variations!).

    Smoothie Bowl Ingredients

    Here are some variations of the souped-up smoothie below.  I like to adjust flavors occasionally to keep morning mealtime interesting.

    Apricot & Cardamom: Switch out the apple for 2 ripe, pitted apricots, and blend in a pinch of ground cardamom. Add a spoonful of apricot preserves with the toppings.

    Mixed Berry: Switch out the apple and ice cubes for 2 cups frozen mixed berries, and sweeten with honey instead of maple syrup. Add some chopped, toasted almonds with the toppings.

    Banana Walnut: Switch out the apple for 1 ripe banana, and blend in a small pinch of grated nutmeg. Add some chopped, toasted walnuts with the toppings.

    Peach & Pecan: Switch out the apple for 1 ripe, pitted peach. Add some chopped, toasted pecans and a dollop of peach preserves with the toppings.

    Pumpkin Spice: Switch out the apple for 1/2 cup pumpkin puree. Add 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, and additional maple syrup to taste.

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    Spiced Oatmeal and Apple Smoothie Bowl Recipe

    Spiced Apple and Oatmeal Smoothie Bowl Recipe

    by Brandon Matzek
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    Servings 1 serving

    Ingredients
      

    • 1/2 cup old-fashioned oats (not quick cooking)
    • 1/4 cup sweetened almond milk (any milk will work here really)
    • 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
    • 1 teaspoon maple syrup, plus more to taste
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • Pinch of ground turmeric (optional)
    • 1 apple, cored and chopped
    • 1 date, pitted (optional)
    • Squeeze of fresh lemon juice
    • Small pinch of kosher salt
    • 6– 8 ice cubes

    Toppings: roasted pumpkin seeds, roasted sunflower seeds, coconut, chopped apple, and additional maple syrup drizzled over.

      Instructions
       

      • Place all ingredients in a blender, and blend until smooth. The texture should be thick enough to eat with a spoon. Adjust flavors by adding more maple syrup or lemon juice.
      • Pour smoothie into a bowl, and add toppings to taste. Enjoy immediately!
      Tried this recipe?Tag @brandiego on Instagram so I can check it out!

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      Categories: Breakfast Tags: almond milk, apple, cinnamon, coconut, date, Greek yogurt, kosher salt, lemon, maple syrup, oats, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, turmeric, vanilla

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      Comments

      1. Averie @ Averie Cooks says

        September 6, 2015 at 5:25 pm

        I love that it’s not loaded up with sugar and that there are so many great flavors all in one!

        Reply
        • Brandon Matzek says

          September 6, 2015 at 8:27 pm

          Yes! Naturally sweetened 🙂

          Reply
      2. charlotte - cook my french says

        September 7, 2015 at 11:55 am

        I tried you recipe with unsweetened almond milk, it was great too! Thanks so much for the recipeS !

        Reply
        • Brandon Matzek says

          September 7, 2015 at 12:14 pm

          So glad you enjoy the recipe! Thanks for sharing Charlotte.

          Reply
      3. Sippitysup says

        September 7, 2015 at 3:03 pm

        Beautiful presentation. Enjoy Portland. Make sure you leave it as “weird” as you found it. GREG

        Reply
        • Brandon Matzek says

          September 9, 2015 at 4:09 pm

          Thanks Greg! We had such a fun trip in Portland.

          Reply
      4. Brian @ A Thought For Food says

        September 7, 2015 at 3:35 pm

        I’ve been following along on your travels via Instagram and I have to admit that I’m pretty jealous. Everything’s looked awesome.

        I’m always looking for more breakfast ideas and, as fall hits, something comforting to start the day. This looks wonderful!

        Reply
        • Brandon Matzek says

          September 9, 2015 at 4:10 pm

          Haha thanks Brian! It’s such an awesome city for the food obsessed 🙂

          Reply
      5. Maris (In Good Taste) says

        September 7, 2015 at 9:08 pm

        Love all of your variations! Something for everyone

        Reply
        • Brandon Matzek says

          September 9, 2015 at 4:10 pm

          Agreed! Thanks again 🙂

          Reply
      6. Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says

        September 8, 2015 at 12:52 pm

        Nice flavor combination, I think I’d enjoy this for any meal!

        Reply
        • Brandon Matzek says

          September 9, 2015 at 4:10 pm

          Thanks Kimberly!

          Reply
      7. Lisa @ Whisk & Cleaver says

        September 8, 2015 at 1:23 pm

        I love your flavor variations – saving this for when the weather cools off and I can enjoy oatmeal again!

        Reply
        • Brandon Matzek says

          September 9, 2015 at 4:11 pm

          Thanks Lisa! I hope it cools down soon 😛

          Reply
      8. The Food Hunter says

        September 9, 2015 at 7:54 am

        So many variations…I want to try them all!

        Reply
        • Brandon Matzek says

          September 9, 2015 at 4:11 pm

          Do it!!

          Reply
      9. Alana says

        September 11, 2015 at 12:54 pm

        I love smoothie bowls and I love that we ran into each other in PDX!!! AMAZING!! Apricot + Cardamom smoothie bowl, please!!

        Reply
      10. Matt @ Plating Pixels says

        September 12, 2015 at 10:18 am

        I could always use a good a smoothie recipe. Plus the substitution keep it fresh. Thanks!

        Reply
        • Brandon Matzek says

          September 14, 2015 at 10:23 am

          I too am always looking for new smoothie recipes! Thanks Matt.

          Reply
      11. Cynthia/What A Girl Eats says

        September 12, 2015 at 12:12 pm

        looks healthy and delicious! Such pretty photos as usual Brandon!

        Reply
        • Brandon Matzek says

          September 14, 2015 at 10:23 am

          Thanks Cynthia!

          Reply
      12. Anita says

        September 13, 2015 at 10:45 pm

        Hope you had a great time in Portland! Love this version of oatmeal – I’m down for smoothie-fying everything!

        Reply
        • Brandon Matzek says

          September 14, 2015 at 10:25 am

          It’s such a fun city!! Thanks Anita.

          Reply
      13. [email protected] says

        September 14, 2015 at 9:59 am

        I love raw oats in my smoothies! My cousin was a nutrion coach twenty some years ago and she made me a raw oats smoothie. I ‘ve been drinking them that way ever since. But I’ve not made a smoothie bowl, must try!

        Reply
        • Brandon Matzek says

          September 14, 2015 at 10:26 am

          The oats really add some nice substance and fiber. Keeps me full all morning long.

          Reply
      14. Thalia @ butter and brioche says

        September 15, 2015 at 10:52 pm

        I think I could enjoy smoothie bowls every day of my life.. there are just so many delicious flavour combinations to try and play around with. Definitely loving this spiced apple and oatmeal version – perfect for Fall.

        Reply
        • Brandon Matzek says

          September 16, 2015 at 8:22 am

          Haha me too!! Thanks Thalia 🙂

          Reply

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