Cinnamon Roll Breakfast Smoothie with Greek Yogurt

Start your day off right with this 5 Minute Cinnamon Roll Smoothie. Using ingredients like rolled oats, cauliflower and Greek yogurt, this smoothie is not just delicious (yes it tastes just like a cinnamon roll), it’s also packed full of fiber, protein, and nourishing fats making it the perfect energizing smoothie that will leave you feeling both full and satisfied.

Trust me when I say you’re gonna want to make this cinnamon bun smoothie on repeat! Not only is it so creamy and satisfying, the dietitian in me loves that it’s a protein-packed, balanced meal that’s ready in 5 minutes flat. Between the warmth of cinnamon, the creaminess of Greek yogurt and the heartiness of rolled oats, this shake’s got all the cinnamon roll vibes, no baking required. 

Beyond being a balanced meal, I’ve made sure to include my signature PFF combo in this cinnamon protein shake (protein, fiber, and nourishing fats which is the ultimate combo to help you feel full, stay full longer, and keep those blood sugars stable–aka energy and mood too!). 

PS—I have tons of nourishing breakfast recipes on the blog that use this combo because it’s truly that good.

Nutrition-Packed Ingredient Highlights

Quick oats: I know this might sound a little out there but trust me, oats are delicious in smoothies and are the perfect compliment to the cinnamon in this one. I tested it with both rolled oats and quick oats and in the end found the quick oats provided a smoother texture. Oats are also an incredible source of slow digesting carbs (no need to fear carbs, they’re our body’s preferred source of energy!) thanks to their high fiber content, giving this smoothie staying power. 

Frozen Banana: Yes, frozen works best for this banana smoothie. Freezing totally changes the texture of bananas making your drink refreshingly cold and creamy with a thick milkshake-like vibe. I’m drooling. Plus bananas are packed with nutrition including almost 5 grams of fiber each (hello gut health!) and a good dose of potassium making this cinnamon protein shake a great post workout snack or quick meal!

TIP: One of my fave ways to reduce food waste (and ensure I always have some smoothie boosters in the freezer) is to freeze my bananas that are starting to turn brown. Use them to make this recipe or give my uber nourishing peanut butter banana smoothie a try!

Frozen riced cauliflower: I’m a big fan of adding cauliflower into my smoothies (also a must try in my high protein blended coffee smoothie and sweet and spicy mango tajin smoothie). I also prefer frozen here. You truly can’t taste it and it makes your shakes even thicker and creamier. Plus–who doesn’t want an easy way to sneak in a dose of anti-inflammatory and antioxidant-rich veggies (cauliflower has a surprising 60% of your daily requirement of Vitamin C in just 1 cup!)?! 

You can either use homemade cauliflower rice or store-bought, but either way I recommend you use it frozen!

Almond butter: Almond butter adds a rich and nutty flavor to the smoothie as well as some extra protein and nourishing fats to make it extra filling and satisfying! I tested it with peanut butter too which was also delish, but the almond butter was my favorite for this recipe. 

Greek yogurt: Having tested dozens of smoothies, Greek yogurt is a must have ingredient for me. If you’ve ever made a smoothie and felt hungry 30 minutes later, it’s probably missing protein. Greek yogurt has over 25g protein per cup, and not only tastes a lot better than protein powder in my opinion, but it also gives it a super creamy texture. I usually use plain yogurt as the banana already gives it a nice sweetness, but vanilla is also delicious in this one.  Ok last note about yogurt (can you tell I love this ingredient? haha), I also opt for 2-5% milk fat (there’s not need to fear fat! I actually allows us to feel more satisfied and full longer after eating!).

Let’s Make It!

Pro tip: Do yourself a favor and meal prep a batch of these cinnamon protein shakes ! Double or triple this recipe and store in the fridge for up to 5 days for easy ready-to-go breakfasts or snacks. You can also store them in the freezer. Take them out the night before and you’ll have a quick breakky ready for ya (just give them a shake before drinking)!