Thick and creamy with a hint of sweet vanilla and gentle warming spices, this dairy-free Gingerbread Smoothie is a delicious, healthy Christmas breakfast.
If the festive feeling hasn’t quite arrived yet, this smoothie is a simple way to bring those seasonal flavours to your breakfast table.
Gingerbread is a classic Christmas flavour — comforting, sweet and spiced in all the right ways. While it’s enjoyed year-round, there’s something extra special about enjoying it during the holidays.
Rich and creamy, with vanilla notes and a delicate blend of ginger, cinnamon and cloves, this dairy-free Gingerbread Smoothie captures the essence of gingerbread without the indulgence of biscuits or baked treats. It’s quick to prepare and makes a satisfying, lighter breakfast option on days when you expect to eat more later on.
Whether you’re planning a busy day of festive food or simply want a seasonal and nutritious start, this smoothie is a great pick. The spice level here is kept mild so it’s family-friendly, but you can easily increase the ginger or cinnamon for a stronger kick.
Milk Substitutes
I used a blend of almond and coconut milk, which gives a pleasant balance of creaminess and subtle flavour. If you prefer, you can use dairy milk, soy milk, oat milk or any other plant-based milk — the recipe adapts well to different options.
What other festive smoothie flavours would you like to try this season? Spiced pear, mulled berry or maple pecan could all work beautifully.
If you tried this Gingerbread Smoothie, please leave a comment and a rating — and feel free to tag your pictures on Instagram. I love seeing how you make these recipes your own.
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Gingerbread Smoothie
5 from 2 reviews
- Author: Ciara @ My Fussy Eater
- Prep Time: 2 mins
- Total Time: 2 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Smoothie
- Cuisine: Christmas
Description
Thick and creamy with a hint of sweet vanilla and subtle spices, this dairy-free Gingerbread Smoothie makes a fantastic healthy Christmas breakfast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 700 ml / 3 cups dairy or non-dairy milk (I used a mix of almond and coconut milk)
- 1 banana
- 1 tbsp honey (use maple syrup to keep fully vegan)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp grated nutmeg
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp ground cloves
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until completely smooth.
- Divide between two glasses, grate a little extra nutmeg on top if you like, and serve immediately.
