This smoothie looked so interesting when I pinned it here and seemed like a fun, quick and healthy breakfast. I love smoothies and oatmeal cookies, so the combination had to be delicious. And, a smoothie, so thick you eat it with a spoon - how yummy is that?
I really wanted to try it this morning, but found I didn't have all the ingredients in the original pin - so I adapted the recipe with what I did have in my pantry and fridge. The original recipe may be good and I will definitely try it sometime, but this adapted version was very good too. The oatmeal makes it thick and creamy and it was the perfect breakfast on this hot and steamy morning where we are under a heat advisory.
Here is my version -
Instant Oatmeal Cookie Smoothie
1 package cinnamon and spice instant oatmeal
1 container banana flavored greek yogurt
1/2 cup crushed ice
1/4 cup fat free milk
1 T golden raisins
Blend all ingredients together in a blender until smooth and creamy. Sprinkle another handful of raisins on top and eat with a spoon. Enjoy!
Happy Tuesday and stay cool today!
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Vicky... this looks great! I am going to the store today and will pick up the ingredients. Looks right up my alley!
ReplyDeleteYum, I make quite a few smoothies for meals and this is one I will try.
ReplyDeleteAnn
Vicki, your recipe sounds delicious! I love smoothies for breakfast.
ReplyDeleteCan't believe this...I have put oatmeal or wheat germ or bran in my smoothies for years. Not the flavored instant kind though.I have thought that it's a good way to get more nutrition. We have smoothies quite a bit. I love to experiment with different fruits and flavored yogurts.Now that Greek yogurt is all the rage...I have used it and appreciate it's being thicker and not as sweet.
ReplyDeleteBalisha
Yum..looks so refreshing..especially in this heat..
ReplyDeleteThat sounds really good! I love oatmeal cookies.
ReplyDeleteI am going to have to give this a try. Yes, saw you all were experiencing soaring temps (MIL lives up there). Stay cool.
ReplyDeleteI bet this was delicious. I have to admit I'm not a fan of instant oatmeal, but I see that the original recipe calls for rolled oats. Will definitely try it. xo Laura
ReplyDeleteYum! This looks great - pinning this!
ReplyDeletewhat a great idea! I can't wait to try this!!!
ReplyDeletesounds interesting, Vicki.
ReplyDeleteMmmm! Delicious Vicki! xxL
ReplyDeleteI know exactly the pin you're talking about! :-) Visiting from Mostly Homemade Mom.
ReplyDelete~Stacy @ Stacy Makes Cents
It's a lot of fun to experiment with new smoothie recipes and they're perfect for a summer day. Yours sounds delicious!
ReplyDeleteI saw your link [and thumbnail image of this smoothie] on SYC Thursday and just HAD to stop by and see if you had a recipe for it. I too love oatmeal cookies and I am definitely going to try this!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing. :::drooling as I sign off:::
Wow, that looks delicious! I want to try this ASAP!
ReplyDeleteThought of you earlier in the week when we were in MI (Mackinac Island). What a beautiful state!
sounds like a great smoothie! yum :)
ReplyDeleteThis looks so tasty!! I love smoothies & adding the oatmeal is such a good idea! I found you over at the Tater tots and Jello party- so glad I did. Your blog is so pretty and I've enjoyed looking around! I'm your newest twitter follower!
ReplyDeleteKrista @ Far From Normal
Ummm, yummmm! I think I have all of the ingredients needed to try this. :) Thanks!
ReplyDeleteThat looks so yummy. I will be featuring this tomorrow night at my Sizzle into Summer party that opens at 8pm EST. Please stop by and pick up an I've Been Featured button. Thanks.
ReplyDeleteI think I could sneak this by my kids and tell them it's a shake...and they would eat it! I think it sounds YUMMY! Thanks for sharing at my Pin Me Party!
ReplyDeleteWhat a terrific take on a smoothie. Thanks for posting at the From the Farm Blog Hop because now I have to try this.
ReplyDeleteCheers,
Michele
Hi Vicki, I think this sounds very yummy. I will give it a try. Thanks for sharing with SYC.
ReplyDeletehugs,
Jann
Yum, this sounds wonderfully delicious and good for you! I am delighted that you shared with Home and Garden Thursday,
ReplyDeleteKathy
This looks delicious! Thanks so much for linking up to our "Inspire Me Please" blog party...I'm featuring you this week! Congrats!
ReplyDeletexo, Jennifer @Blissfully Ever After