On weekends, I used to reward myself with warm cinnamon rolls from the bakery—soft, sweet, and loaded with frosting. But afterward? I felt heavy and bloated. When I started experimenting with smoothie flavors, I set out to recreate that cinnamon roll flavor without the sugar bomb. This version hits all the right notes warm, creamy, just the right sweetness—and it actually leaves me feeling great.

Ingredients:

• 1 frozen banana

• 1 tablespoon cashew butter (for that “frosting” flavor)

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)

• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1–2 teaspoons maple syrup or 1 Medjool date (to sweeten)

• Pinch of sea salt

• Optional: 1 scoop vanilla protein powder

• Optional topping: coconut whipped cream + cinnamon sprinkle

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender.

2. Blend until thick, smooth, and creamy.

3. Taste and adjust sweetness or cinnamon to preference.

4. Pour into a glass and top with coconut whipped cream and a cinnamon swirl.

5. Sip slowly and enjoy that warm bakery flavor—without the crash.

Tips & Substitutions:

• Cashew butter gives the most “frosting-like” flavor, but almond butter works too.

• Add a pinch of nutmeg or cardamom for extra bakery-style warmth.

• For extra indulgence, swirl in a tiny bit of maple syrup at the end.

Nutrition (Per Serving – makes 1 milkshake):

• Calories: ~210

• Protein: 5–10g (with protein powder)

• Carbs: 28g

• Fat: 7g

• Fiber: 4g

• Sugar: 14g (natural from banana + maple/date)