Start your day with a nutritious and flavorful Pear, Oat, Cinnamon, and Ginger Shake. Packed with fiber-rich oats, creamy almond butter, and the refreshing taste of pears, this shake is perfect for breakfast or a mid-day boost. The hint of cinnamon and ginger adds a warming spice that complements the natural sweetness of the pears and maple syrup.
Pear, Oat, Cinnamon, and Ginger Shakes
Course: Breakfast, BeverageCuisine: American2
servings5
minutes240
kcalIngredients
2 1/2 medium to large pears, such as red Anjou, peeled, seeded, and chopped (2 2/3 cups)
1 3/4 cups skim milk
1 cup low-fat buttermilk
2/3 cup rolled or quick-cooking oats
1/3 cup ice cubes
2 tablespoons plus 1 1/2 teaspoons pure maple syrup
2 tablespoons almond butter
1 1/4 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon, plus more for garnish
Coarse salt, to taste
Directions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Peel, seed, and chop the pears. Grate the fresh ginger and gather all the ingredients for easy assembly.
- Blend the Shake: In a blender, combine the chopped pears, skim milk, low-fat buttermilk, oats, ice cubes, maple syrup, almond butter, grated ginger, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of coarse salt. Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
- Adjust for Taste: Taste the shake and adjust the sweetness or spice levels by adding more maple syrup or cinnamon, if desired.
- Serve: Pour the shake into glasses, sprinkle with a pinch of ground cinnamon for garnish, and serve immediately.
This Pear, Oat, Cinnamon, and Ginger Shake is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients to kick-start your day. The creamy almond butter and refreshing pears make this a smoothie that’s hard to resist—perfect for busy mornings or a quick, healthy snack.
