Dessert

Carrot Cake Smoothie Recipe

ByLila Prescott November 3, 2025November 3, 2025

Introduction

This Carrot Cake Smoothie is a delicious, nutritious treat that tastes just like the classic dessert in a glass. Packed with wholesome ingredients, it’s perfect for a quick breakfast or a satisfying snack. Enjoy the flavors of carrot cake without any baking!

Two clear glasses filled with a smooth, light orange drink topped with thin orange carrot strips and small brown pecan pieces. The drink has a creamy texture with tiny bubbles on the surface. The glasses sit on a white marbled surface with some scattered carrot strips and pecans around them. The photo is taken from above, showing the full top of each glass clearly. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 large raw carrot, sliced (or shredded if you don’t have a high-powered blender)
1 frozen medium ripe banana

½ cup frozen pineapple chunks
¾ cup light coconut milk, plus more if necessary (use any milk you prefer)

¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
¼ cup gluten free oats

1 tablespoon pecan butter or almond butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Pinch of nutmeg

Instructions

Step 1: Place all the ingredients into a large high-powered blender.
Step 2: Blend on high for 1-2 minutes, until smooth and well combined. Add more coconut milk or your choice of milk if the smoothie is too thick.

Step 3: Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately as a full meal serving. For a smaller snack portion, share the smoothie between two servings.

Tips & Variations

For a nuttier taste, try using almond butter instead of pecan butter.
If you don’t have frozen pineapple, fresh works too—just add some ice cubes to chill the smoothie.

Add a handful of spinach for extra greens without changing the flavor much.
Use rolled oats instead of gluten free if preferred, but blend thoroughly for smoothness.

Storage

This smoothie is best enjoyed fresh for the best flavor and texture. If you need to store it, keep it in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Stir or shake well before drinking. Reheating is not recommended.

How to Serve

Two tall clear glasses filled with a creamy orange smoothie, each filled to the top with a smooth texture. On top of each smoothie, there are small pieces of chopped pecans and thin orange carrot shreds scattered, adding a crunchy contrast. The glasses have vertical ridges running down the sides, sitting on a metal tray with a few pecans and carrot shreds scattered around it. The whole scene is set on a white marbled surface with a soft, light background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this smoothie without Greek yogurt?

Yes, you can substitute Greek yogurt with a dairy-free alternative or simply omit it, though it adds creaminess and protein.

What if I don’t have a high-powered blender?

If your blender is less powerful, shredding the carrot finely will help. You may also need to blend longer or add a bit more liquid to achieve a smooth texture.