11 Shakeology Smoothies to Drink This Fall
As the leaves change color from green to gold and red, and we dig our boots and comfy sweaters out of the closet for chillier days, there is an excitement in the air that we don’t feel at any other time of year. As soon as we’ve said goodbye to the strawberries and peaches of summer, a frenzy of fall flavors arrives on the scene that make us giddy for pumpkin everything, apple anything, and spices to make us feel warm and cozy. Add to that cranberries, chai, maple, caramel, hazelnuts, and cider, and we’ve got a lot to celebrate.
These Shakeology smoothies feature a variety of fall’s favorite flavors, including some you might not have considered. What autumnal ingredients do you put in your smoothies? Tell us in the comments, and we may feature your recipe!
Apple cider and cinnamon are evocative fall flavors that make this smoothie a favorite when the temperature starts to dip. Look for all-natural cider with no added sugar.
What you’ll need:
½ cup water
½ cup all-natural apple cider
1 scoop Vanilla Shakeology
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
½ cup ice
See the full recipe here.
There is a full serving of pumpkin in this yummy, pie-flavored smoothie with chopped pecans. But it’s not really pie, so you can indulge in a glass for breakfast, or whenever you want. Pumpkin is an excellent source of fiber, which will help to keep you feeling satisfied until your next meal.
What you’ll need:
¼ cup water
¾ cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
1 scoop Vanilla Shakeology
½ cup canned pumpkin puree
1 tsp. pure maple syrup (or raw honey)
1 Tbsp. coarsely chopped raw pecans
1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
1 cup ice
See the full recipe here.
We took one of fall’s trendiest flavors, chai spice, and turned it into an enticing smoothie. Creamy Vanilla Shakeology is blended with brewed chai tea (let it cool first), allspice, and a touch of honey to create a luxurious sipping experience. Make yours taste like a chai latte by using Café Latte Shakeology instead.
What you’ll need:
1 scoop Vanilla Shakeology
1 cup brewed chai tea, cooled
1 tsp. raw honey
1 dash ground allspice
½ cup ice (add more to taste)
See the full recipe here.
Starbucks has a new fan favorite in their blended coffee beverage lineup called a Chile Mocha Frappuccino. While the flavor may be to die for, the empty calories and sugar make it a diet buster. That’s why we made our own healthy version of the drink using Shakeology. The result is like a zesty combination of Mexican hot chocolate and Mexican coffee (minus the tequila, of course). This might be your new favorite way to warm up on chilly autumn mornings.
What you’ll need:
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 cup ice
1 scoop Café Latte Shakeology
2 Tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
¼ tsp. ground cinnamon
¼ tsp. ancho chili powder (or chili powder)
See the full recipe here.
With just a spoonful of the vibrantly-colored spice turmeric, your Shakeology smoothie can become even more powerful. Turmeric contains the phytonutrient curcumin, which has also been revered for centuries in Asia for its medicinal properties, many of which are now being validated by modern science. Its mild, slightly bitter, floral flavor will help mellow the sweetness of Vanilla Shakeology, giving it a soothing, slightly exotic taste.
What you’ll need:
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 scoop Vanilla Shakeology
1 tsp. ground turmeric
1 cup ice
See the full recipe here.
Fall and winter can be filled with temptations that make it tough to stick to your diet. If you start to feel like you’re overdoing it, turn to this vibrant green smoothie to pack a ton of important nutrients into one meal. It is a delicious blend of Shakeology, fall kiwifruit, and spinach to kickstart your day with energy.
What you’ll need:
1 cup water
1 scoop Vanilla or Greenberry Shakeology
½ cup fresh spinach
1 medium kiwi, peeled, cut into chunks
¼ medium banana, cut into chunks
1 Tbsp. finely grated orange peel (orange zest)
1 cup ice
See the full recipe here.
Cranberry Clove Chocolate Shakeology
This healthy shake made with unsweetened cranberry juice is loaded with antioxidants. The sweetness of Chocolate Shakeology balances the tartness of the berries, and ground cloves give it a festive hint of mulling spice.
What you’ll need:
¾ cup water
¼ cup unsweetened cranberry juice
1 scoop Chocolate Shakeology
½ tsp. ground cloves
1 cup ice
See the full recipe here.
Craving a caramel apple? Skip the sugar rush, the sticky fingers, caramel cemented between your teeth, and the potential emergency visit to the dentist, and make this caramel apple smoothie instead. It uses unsweetened applesauce and caramel extract to capture the flavor of those candy-smothered treats, and it’s made with good-for-you Vanilla Shakeology.
What you’ll need:
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 cup ice
1 scoop Vanilla Shakeology
½ cup unsweetened applesauce
1 tsp. pure caramel extract
See the full recipe here.
One taste of this combination and you’ll be a hazelnut latte fanatic. Chopped hazelnuts and a splash of hazelnut extract give it plenty of nutty flavor, which pairs perfectly with the mild coffee-and-cream flavor of Café Latte Shakeology. Love Nutella (who doesn’t)? Try this recipe with Chocolate Shakeology.
What you’ll need:
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 scoop Café Latte Shakeology
2 Tbsp. chopped raw hazelnuts
1 tsp. pure hazelnut extract
1 cup ice
See the full recipe here.
Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Shakeology
Cookies for breakfast? Better not. But this Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Shakeology can be breakfast any day. It takes the healthy ingredients that give the cookies their name, adds a dash of cinnamon for spice, and blends them into a sweet Vanilla Shakeology smoothie. The raisins break apart during blending, so they are distributed throughout the shake, adding raisin flavor to every sip. You could also swap the raisins for unsweetened dried cranberries to add seasonal flair to your smoothie.
What you’ll need:
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 scoop Vanilla Shakeology
2 Tbsp. dry old-fashioned rolled oats
½ tsp. ground cinnamon
1 Tbsp. raisins
1 cup ice
See the full recipe here.
Chocolate Caramel Delight Smoothie
When Girl Scout Cookie season rolls around, we know it can take every ounce of self-control — and then some — to avoid devouring the sugary treats by the box-full. That’s why we created this craveable Chocolate Caramel Delight Smoothie recipe. It tastes like one of your favorite Girl Scout cookies, but it’s so healthy that you can enjoy it any time without sabotaging your diet.
What you’ll need:
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 scoop Chocolate Shakeology
1 tsp. pure caramel extract
2 Tbsp. shredded unsweetened coconut, toasted
1 cup ice
See the full recipe here.