Carrot Cake Smoothie

Sep 8, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A smoothie with carrot, banana, and warm spices blended with milk and vanilla, mimicking the flavors of carrot cake in a creamy drink.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
1.0 mediumfrozen banana
15.0 ml (15.0 ml)honey or maple syrup
5.0 ml (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
⅓ cup (35.0 g)grated raw carrot
¼ tsp (0.5 g)ground cinnamon
⅛ tsp (0.25 g)ground nutmeg
½ cup (120.0 ml)ice cubes
pinch of fine sea salt

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Instructions

Add milk to a high-speed blender.
Add frozen banana, grated raw carrot, honey or maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and fine sea salt.
Add ice cubes.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds, until completely smooth.
Check consistency and blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional liquid if too thick, or a few extra ice cubes or frozen fruit if too thin.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use freshly grated carrot for best texture and flavor. For a dairy-free option, substitute milk with almond or oat milk.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make carrot cake smoothie?

Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make carrot cake smoothie ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours and shake or re-blend before drinking.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract. You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.

A smoothie with carrot, banana, and warm spices blended with milk and vanilla, mimicking the flavors of carrot cake in a creamy drink.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

311 Calories / serving

6.6g Fat

57.1g Carbs

7.6g Protein

42.4g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~311 cal · 7g fat · 57g carbs · 8g protein · 42g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 311 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 59 min·3.4 mi·~6900 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 42 min·2.1 mi·~4200 steps
Moderate cycling 32 min·6.4 mi
Swimming laps 44 min
Jogging 30 min·2.5 mi·~4800 steps
Stair climbing 29 min·~2600 steps
Dancing 51 min
Bodyweight circuit training 32 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 72 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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