This delicious apple and cinnamon smoothie is full of winter flavours. Cinnamon has been shown to help maintain blood sugar levels and nutmeg is also great for the immune system. It also helps get you to sleep, so try this Nutribullet smoothie just a few hours before bedtime for a delicious treat.
A smoothie is a really healthy and filling way to start the day and it'll keep you going until lunch. If you're trying to maintain a healthy diet, then enjoying a smoothie might be the way forward. They're full of fresh fruit and veg which give you vital nutrients and sustain you for longer. Apple and cinnamon in particular is a fab flavour combination and the addition of a splash of vanilla and nutmeg makes it even more comforting.
This apple cinnamon smoothie also has nutmeg and almonds in it, which makes it feel quite festive. So if you're still trying to stay on top of your healthy eating plan around the festive season, but are struggling, this might be your saviour! Don't feel like you're missing out on all the Christmassy treats by enjoying this smoothie instead. The cinnamon and nutmeg are classic Christmas flavours and you can enjoy them without the guilt of consuming loads of extra calories or processed sugar.
If you want, you can switch out the coconut water for almond milk or a nut milk of your choice and kickstart your day with a filling, tasty and healthy smoothie.
How to make an Apple and Cinnamon Nutribullet Smoothie:
Ingredients
- 1 handful spinach
- 1 apple
- 1tsp cinnamon
- 1tsp vanilla
½
- teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 handful almonds
½
- cup almond milk
- coconut water, to the max line
- 1tsp vanilla
Method
Add all the solid ingredients in the Nutribullet's tall cup and fill to the max line with coconut water. Blend until smooth, for approximately 30 seconds.
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