Hello from Portland, Oregon!!
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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!).
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.
Spiced Apple and Oatmeal Smoothie Bowl Recipe
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!
Here are some other healthy breakfast ideas on Kitchen Konfidence:
Averie @ Averie Cooks says
I love that it’s not loaded up with sugar and that there are so many great flavors all in one!
Brandon Matzek says
Yes! Naturally sweetened 🙂
charlotte - cook my french says
I tried you recipe with unsweetened almond milk, it was great too! Thanks so much for the recipeS !
Brandon Matzek says
So glad you enjoy the recipe! Thanks for sharing Charlotte.
Sippitysup says
Beautiful presentation. Enjoy Portland. Make sure you leave it as “weird” as you found it. GREG
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks Greg! We had such a fun trip in Portland.
Brian @ A Thought For Food says
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!
Brandon Matzek says
Haha thanks Brian! It’s such an awesome city for the food obsessed 🙂
Maris (In Good Taste) says
Love all of your variations! Something for everyone
Brandon Matzek says
Agreed! Thanks again 🙂
Kimberly @ The Daring Gourmet says
Nice flavor combination, I think I’d enjoy this for any meal!
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks Kimberly!
Lisa @ Whisk & Cleaver says
I love your flavor variations – saving this for when the weather cools off and I can enjoy oatmeal again!
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks Lisa! I hope it cools down soon 😛
The Food Hunter says
So many variations…I want to try them all!
Brandon Matzek says
Do it!!
Alana says
I love smoothie bowls and I love that we ran into each other in PDX!!! AMAZING!! Apricot + Cardamom smoothie bowl, please!!
Matt @ Plating Pixels says
I could always use a good a smoothie recipe. Plus the substitution keep it fresh. Thanks!
Brandon Matzek says
I too am always looking for new smoothie recipes! Thanks Matt.
Cynthia/What A Girl Eats says
looks healthy and delicious! Such pretty photos as usual Brandon!
Brandon Matzek says
Thanks Cynthia!
Anita says
Hope you had a great time in Portland! Love this version of oatmeal – I’m down for smoothie-fying everything!
Brandon Matzek says
It’s such a fun city!! Thanks Anita.
fabiola@notjustbaked says
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!
Brandon Matzek says
The oats really add some nice substance and fiber. Keeps me full all morning long.
Thalia @ butter and brioche says
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.
Brandon Matzek says
Haha me too!! Thanks Thalia 🙂