Apple Oatmeal Smoothie

Do you have a cheeky monkey running loose? I do. Is he a picky eater? Mine is, most of the time :( He stubbornly refuses delicious roast chicken after having devoured it like it was candy the previous day. He clamps his mouth shut at the mere mention of cauliflower. Some days all he wants is his soy milk. So what's a Momma to do but sneak in apples and oat meal, with a dash of cinnamon and a spoonful of brown sugar, or maple syrup, and watch the cheeky monkey slurp it all down. Pappas will like this too- why not start off Father's day with some healthy and yummy, cool fruity-oatmeal goodness, perfect for these warm summer days :)

The sticky fingered apple thief! From knocking over props to running off with them, kids are not conducive to photography :( On the other hand these may be my two most favourite pictures ever!

P.s What do you think about my blog tweakings? Like it? or do you like the old look (with the cupcakes, remember them?) better? Do let me know! 

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Magpie's Recipes Cinnamon Brown sugar Apple Oatmeal Smoothie

Recipe Source: Inspired by Priya When I saw this on her blog I thought it was a brilliant idea.

Time taken: 10 mins Serves: 2 to 3 

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup instant or old fashioned oats cooked ( use a gluten free brand if you are allergic to gluten as some oats are not gluten free) 
• 1 Apple peeled and chopped ( you can also use other fruit like berries, bananas, pomegranates etc.) 
• 2 cups cold milk ( you can also use soymilk, almond milk or rice milk etc.)
• 1/4 tsp cinnamon powder
• 1 tbsp brown sugar or to taste ( you can also use maple syrup, agave, honey or regular sugar or if your fruits are sweet enough, you can skip the sugar.) 

Method:

• Cook the oatmeal according to packet instructions ( I usually cover it with water and microwave for 1 min) 
• Pour the cooked oatmeal into a blender
• Add the chopped apples and remaining ingredients and blend till smooth
• If it is too thick, add some more milk to thin it out ( especially if you are pouring it into sippy cups, you may want to make sure it isn't lumpy and liquid-y enough) 
• Add ice if you like and serve chilled. 

Storage: Leftovers can be stored covered in the fridge.

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Verdict: Smooth, thick, goood and good for you too! Keeps you full and is totally yum. Thanks Priya for a great breakfast/anytime idea! The little monkey loves it too :)