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    Oatmeal Smoothie with Raisins

    Published: Sep 28, 2023 by Mamma C · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    You'll love this Oatmeal Smoothie with Raisins! It tastes like the batter from oatmeal-raisin cookies but is vegan and guilt-free! Don't miss my tips for making smoothies with oats!

    oatmeal smoothie in a glass garnished with coconut flakes.

    I've been making this Oatmeal Smoothie with Raisins for more than a decade! I love healthy breakfast smoothies that taste like dessert.

    With ingredients like raisins, walnuts, coconut, vanilla and cinnamon, this banana-oat smoothie tastes like the batter from oatmeal-raisin cookies, or maybe banana bread or the best cake ever!

    If you're not a fan of raisins, don't worry. They're pulverized in the blender, leaving only their sweetness and fruity flavor without the texture. The same goes for the coconut.

    This is a decadent oatmeal drink that's good for you. Bottom's up!

    And don't miss my apple cinnamon smoothie with oats!

    Recipe ingredients

    banana, oats, raisins, ice, almond milk, coconut, vanilla, cinnamon, walnuts.

    Oats: Use old-fashioned, rolled oats (affiliate link) or plain, quick-cooking oats for smoothies. They'll be easy to blend. I don't recommend using steel-cut oats, because they have a coarser texture and won't break down as well.

    Note that if you need this to be a gluten-free smoothie, you must use gluten-free oats that haven't been cross-contaminated with wheat products.

    Banana: You can use a fresh or frozen banana, as long as it's ripe. If it's fresh, choose one that's spotted for the best texture and flavor.

    If you use a frozen banana, you'll just need to add four or five small ice cubes to the smoothie to make it cold enough. Don't add too much ice with a frozen banana, or you'll end up with a thick, ice-cream consistency.

    Almond Milk: I use plain, unsweetened almond milk in all of my smoothies for a delicious, creamy, non-dairy option. I haven't tried using oat milk here, but that should be a good alternative. You also could use cashew milk for this smoothie with oatmeal.

    Of course, dairy milk would be fine if you don't need this to be a vegan smoothie.

    Raisins: Raisins bring fruity flavor and natural sweetness to this oatmeal smoothie. I always use black raisins, but feel free to use golden raisins. You also could substitute a couple of pitted dates if you have them.

    Walnuts: Smoothies with nuts taste amazing, and I find walnuts provide the best flavor here!

    Walnuts also bring a nutritional boost and are loaded with healthy fats and antioxidants that help the heart, brain and gut, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

    If you don't eat walnuts, you can omit them. Or, try macadamia nuts instead, if you can have them.

    Coconut: I love the delicious coconut accent in this oatmeal-raisin smoothie. I use unsweetened coconut flakes, which provide natural sweetness, but you can skip them if you prefer, or use sweetened coconut.

    How to make an oatmeal smoothie

    See the card at the end of this post for the full recipe, but here's an overview.

    smoothie ingredients in blender. blended together.
    1. Add the banana halves, almond milk, oats, ice and remaining ingredients to a high-speed blender.
    2. Blend until smooth.

    Recipe tips

    • If you have a high-speed blender like a Vitamix (affiliate link), you can add the oats in with the remaining ingredients without blending them separately. You'll just need to blend the smoothie a bit longer to make sure the smoothie isn't gritty from the oats.
    • If you don't have a high-speed blender, you can add the oats to the machine first and pulse them a few times to break them up before adding the remaining ingredients.
    • For an oatmeal protein shake, add one or two scoops of protein powder. (Use a vegan powder if you need this to be a vegan drink.)
    oatmeal smoothie in a glass garnished with coconut flakes

    Frequently asked questions

    Can you put oats in a smoothie?

    Yes, you can put uncooked oats in a smoothie, if you blend them well. I've been adding oats to my smoothies for years to help me feel full longer.

    Use ⅓ cup of rolled oats in a tall smoothie. If you want less fiber, go with ¼ cup of oats.

    What are the benefits of oats in smoothies?

    Adding oats to smoothies brings the health benefits of oatmeal to your breakfast drink.

    Oats contain lots of fiber and help you feel full longer, so they may aid in weight loss, according to Healthline. Healthline also states that oats may help lower cholesterol and blood pressure as well as promote blood sugar control.

    More breakfast smoothies

    • Pineapple-Coconut Smoothie
    • Grape Smoothie With Strawberries
    • Cherry Almond Smoothie
    • Cranberry Smoothie with Walnuts
    • Carrot and Banana Smoothie
    • Vegan Pumpkin Smoothie

    Enjoy!

    If you try this Oatmeal Smoothie with Raisins, please leave a comment and a rating!

    oatmeal smoothie in a glass garnished with coconut flakes

    Oatmeal Smoothie with Raisins

    This vegan oatmeal smoothie tastes like cookie batter but is guilt-free! Use gluten-free oats if needed.
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 473kcal
    Author: Mamma C

    Ingredients

    • 1 ripe banana (broken in half)
    • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (You can use dairy milk if you don't need this to be vegan.)
    • ⅓ cup rolled oats (or quick oats)
    • ⅛ cup raisins
    • ⅛ cup unsweetened coconut
    • ⅛ cup shelled walnut halves
    • ⅓ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 3 sprinkles cinnamon
    • ½ cup ice (If using a frozen banana, just use 4-5 small ice cubes.)
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    Instructions

    • Place all ingredients in a high-speed blender and mix until smooth. You'll need to blend it longer if the oats are making it gritty. (See notes if you don't have a high-speed blender.)

    Notes

    If you don't have a high-speed blender, you'll need to add the oats to the machine first and pulse them a bit to break them up. Then add the remaining ingredients and blend until smooth.
    Don't use steel-cut oats here, because they're too coarse and won't blend in well.
    See the article that goes with this post for more information about substitutions.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 473kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 343mg | Potassium: 807mg | Fiber: 12g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 87IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 376mg | Iron: 3mg
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    (Recipe Source: Cooking with Mamma C. Originally published on November 6, 2014 and updated now with new photos and additional information. Photos by Kanyi Muraguri for Cooking with Mamma C.)

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    Comments

    1. Charlene @ That Girl Cooks Healthy says

      November 25, 2014 at 2:44 pm

      One word for this - Yummy!

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      • Mamma C says

        November 25, 2014 at 3:51 pm

        Thanks, Charlene. I love this one!

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    2. Sarah says

      November 22, 2014 at 8:10 am

      What a great idea using the raisins for sweetness! And I love all things coconut - will have to give this smoothie a try!

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      • Mamma C says

        November 22, 2014 at 9:25 am

        Go for it, Sarah! This one is really popular, and I never tire of it.

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    3. Maryanne @ the little epicurean says

      November 10, 2014 at 4:57 pm

      I've never thought about adding oats to my smoothie! What a great idea! I can't wait to try it! 🙂

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      • Mamma C says

        November 10, 2014 at 5:53 pm

        I started doing it to help me stay full longer. It's also a nice way to include some whole grains in my diet. I hope it works for you too!

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    4. ATasteOfMadness says

      November 09, 2014 at 10:17 am

      I have made something similar to this, but without the coconut. I would love to try your version!

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      • Mamma C says

        November 09, 2014 at 10:48 am

        I love coconut and the flavor it brings to this smoothie. I hope you like this!

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    5. annie@ciaochowbambina says

      November 06, 2014 at 2:03 pm

      5 stars
      Yes, please!! This sounds like a perfect breakfast to me...maybe even lunch, right now! I just realized I have everything to make this, except the almond milk, but I'll try it with skim. Awesome idea!

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      • Mamma C says

        November 06, 2014 at 2:48 pm

        I did have this for lunch yesterday, as a matter of fact...It should work well with the skim milk too. Enjoy!

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    6. ami@naivecookcooks says

      November 06, 2014 at 11:56 am

      I love this idea of adding raisins in smoothies!! How come I never thought of it before?!! Brilliant!

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      • Mamma C says

        November 06, 2014 at 12:13 pm

        Haha, Ami, I just found myself with a huge container of raisins and wanted to figure out how to use them more often. I didn't expect to like them so much in my smoothie but am so glad I tried it. 🙂

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