No-Added-Sugar Apple Cinnamon Smoothie

Jul 25, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

No-Added-Sugar Apple Cinnamon Smoothie in a glass

A naturally sweetened smoothie blending fresh apple, milk, and warm cinnamon with ice and a pinch of sea salt for balance.

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 cup (125.0 g)chopped apple
½ tsp (1.3 g)ground cinnamon
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)ice cubes
pinch of fine sea salt

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Instructions

Add the milk to a high-speed blender first.
Add the chopped apple, ground cinnamon, fine sea salt, and pure vanilla extract.
Add the ice cubes.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds until completely smooth.
Check the consistency. Blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional milk if too thick, or a few extra ice cubes if too thin.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use crisp, tart apple varieties like Granny Smith for better tartness. You can substitute milk with any plant-based milk for a dairy-free option.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make no-added-sugar apple cinnamon smoothie?

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

Can I make no-added-sugar apple cinnamon 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 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). 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 naturally sweetened smoothie blending fresh apple, milk, and warm cinnamon with ice and a pinch of sea salt for balance.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

188 Calories / serving

6.5g Fat

27.5g Carbs

6.4g Protein

22.3g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~188 cal · 7g fat · 28g carbs · 6g protein · 22g sugar

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

Per serving · 188 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 36 min·2.1 mi·~4200 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 25 min·1.3 mi·~2500 steps
Moderate cycling 19 min·3.8 mi
Swimming laps 26 min
Jogging 18 min·1.5 mi·~2900 steps
Stair climbing 17 min·~1550 steps
Dancing 31 min
Bodyweight circuit training 19 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 44 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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