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Here is why oat milk will make an amazing addition to your next smoothie. We’ll also discuss other produce you can throw in the mix.
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Did you know that you can add oat milk to any energy-boosting smoothie? Not only is it healthy, but it pairs well with many fruits and veggies.
While we love some fruit salad in our blender, it’s a good idea to balance your smoothies out with some health-boosting greens such as spinach and kale. You can always add sweeteners such as honey or syrup if you have a sweet tooth.
Oat smoothies make for a deliciously nutritious breakfast if they cover a good range of balanced ingredients, complete with carbs, fats and proteins. Make sure to add a bit of each food group before having yours and heading out.
Frozen fruits are an excellent choice for that ice cream-like texture and thickness. Try adding ingredients like cinnamon, vanilla, flaxseeds, chia seeds, or gluten-free oats. Cocoa powder is a fantastic choice to give your smoothies a chocolaty twist.
Plus, oats are a great way of adding fibre to your smoothie so you can stay satisfied longer.
To ensure an easy smoothie-making process, consider readying your ingredients and placing them in freezer bags for later use. The next time you’re eager for a smoothie, you’ll have a ready supply of ice-cold ingredients to blend with your oat milk.
Simply combine all your smoothie ingredients in a blender and pulse until they’re smooth, and you've got yourself a quick and easy breakfast, fit for a champion.
If you need some extra inspiration, be sure to check out our Smoothies Ebook.
Benefits of Oat Milk in Smoothies
Creamy Consistency
Oat milk is known for its creamy consistency, reminiscent of full cream milk without the dairy and lactose. This is particularly notable when stacked against other non-dairy milks, which tend to have thinner, more watery textures. This makes oat milk one of the best options for smoothies, especially if you want to go the non-dairy route.
Stay Satisfied for Longer
Because oat milk tends to contain more fibre than other non-dairy milks, it makes it a better option for promoting digestive health. It also improves satiety, which means you’ll feel fuller for longer after having a smoothie that uses oat milk.
Healthy and Delicious
Oat milk is packed full of nutrients, including calcium and B vitamins. It’s a healthy choice with a mild, sweet flavour that pairs perfectly with so many ingredients. Whether you’re having a sweet, savoury, or mixed smoothie, oat milk makes for a great base.
Why Australian Oats Are Super Nutritious
Oat milk is made by combining oats with water in a blender and then straining out the excess water. It usually has a creamy texture that’s great for blending.
Oat milk has vitamins, minerals, fibre and antioxidants you need to get a great start to the day. Some of these nutrients include Phosphorus, Iron, Potassium, Protein, and Vitamin B12.
Oat milk is a source of vitamin B, which is shown to lower general cholesterol and bad cholesterol. That's a big tick!
Store-bought oat milk will often be richer in calcium than homemade options, but this higher calcium content is typically achieved through the use of additives. Because of this, we still recommend trying out a homemade oat milk solution.
Luckily, you can easily make oat milk at home and it may even save you money if you're constantly running to the shops for new supplies. GF Oats has an oat milk-making kit to get you started.
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