Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie (toddler + kids approved)
This super simple Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie is toddler and kids approved and made with strawberries, bananas, oats and chia seeds. Packed with a ton of fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, potassium and antioxidants this smoothie has perfect staying power to fill your kids up all morning (or afternoon) long.
** this post has been updated from it’s original version.
Kids Favorite Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie
Made with strawberries, bananas, oats and chia seeds this smoothie is packed with a ton of fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, potassium and antioxidants.
The strawberries and bananas made it over the top tasty and the oats give it some staying power, so your kiddos won’t get hungry five minutes after you serve it 🙆♀️.
Spiced with a little vanilla extract and sweetened with a drizzle of honey, this smoothie can almost be passed off as a 🍓🍌 milkshake… almost!
Reasons to Love this Smoothie
- tastes delicious
- full of wholesome ingredients
- easy to make – 5 minutes from start to pour
- packed with fiber, protein, potassium and antioxidants
- great for breakfast, lunch or on-the-go snack
- perfect for toddlers, preschoolers or kids of any age
- also great for babies 9+ months if you omit the honey
- awesome for picky eaters
- can add in hidden veggies – cauliflower or greens
Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie Ingredients
- frozen strawberries
- banana
- oats – quick or old-fashioned
- chia seeds
- vanilla extract
- honey
- milk
- ice
How to Make this Smoothie
- Place all of the ingredients into a high-speed blender.
- Run the blender for 1-2 minutes or until completely smooth.
- Pour and serve.
Optional Smoothie Mix-Ins
- bee pollen
- frozen cauliflower
- hemp heart seeds
- collagen powder
- vanilla protein powder
- a handful of spinach or kale (it will turn the smoothie greenish-brownish but it will taste delicious)
- ground flaxseeds
COOKING WITH KIDS
You can easily have your kids help you make this smoothie.
TODDLERS
- Toddlers can help measure and pour the ingredients into the blender.
- They can help put the lid on the blender and push start. Note: make sure to talk about not touching the blender blade while making something in the blender, as it can be sharp.
- Have them pour their smoothie into their own cup.
KIDS
- You can pretty much let older kids make this recipe by themselves.
- They can pick out and measure all of the ingredients. Note: make sure to talk about not touching the blender blade while making something in the blender, as it can be sharp.
- Have them pour the smoothie into their own cup as well as a second cup for you!
More Healthy Smoothie Recipes Your Kids and Toddlers Will Love
- Cherry and Beet Smoothie
- Green Toddler Smoothie
- Power-Packed Smoothie
- Blueberry Pie Smoothie
- Mint Chocolate Green Smoothie
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Get the recipe: Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 banana frozen or fresh
- 1/4 cup oats – old fashioned or instant
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp honey optional
- 1 cup milk – regular, almond, rice, hemp, soy, or coconut
- 1/2 cup ice
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into blender and blend for 1-2 minutes or until all ingredients are combined and smooth.
- Serve immediately for best results.
Notes
- bee pollen
- frozen cauliflower
- hemp heart seeds
- collagen powder
- vanilla protein powder
- a handful of spinach or kale (it will turn the smoothie greenish-brownish but it will taste delicious)
- ground flaxseeds
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This is one of the few smoothies that I make the girls where I am not sneaking in extra veggies or big handfuls of green leaf plants.
And come to think about it, maybe that is why it is so-friggin-delicious!
It’s so good you could probably pass this off as a milkshake.
Passing nutritious smoothies off as milkshakes works perfectly well until your little one finally has an actual milkshake. Then prepare yourself for getting the ‘mom, what the h-ll have you been giving me all of these years???’ look.
Not to say that I have ever done this… 🙈
This doesn’t mean that this delicious smoothie isn’t nutritious – made with strawberries, bananas, oats and chia seeds this smoothie is packed with a ton of fiber, omega-3 fatty acids, potassium and antioxidants. The strawberries and bananas made it over the top tasty and the oats give it some staying power, so you won’t get hungry five minutes after you finish it off. Spiced with a little vanilla extract and sweetened with a drizzle of honey, this smoothie can almost be passed off as a milkshake… almost!
For all of you that are on-top of the holidays – here is my Pinterest page with some fun Valentine’s Day ideas for you.
For the rest of us, my local Target has Frozen or TMNT pre-made cards left. That is it! We better get cracking, it’s almost had-to-make-homemade-cards-cuz-there-wasn’t-anything-left time.
And for all of us, there is this bright PINK Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie that can/should be made everyday regardless if it’s Valentine’s week or just any other week.
A little glass of love is always welcomed around here 💞
13 Comments on “Strawberry Oatmeal Smoothie (toddler + kids approved)”
Do you have any recommendations for serving smoothies to toddlers? Refillable pouch? Cup with straw, water bottle? My 16 mo daughter would down this ‘milkshake’! 🙂
Great question! There are a couple cups I have found work for us. Thinkbaby has a great sippy cup that is leak proof and has a big enough straw that you can clean out if needed. I did have to snip the end off the part of the straw that you suck on so the girls could get the smoothies faster. I also love this brand from Target called Bueno. It is a regular cup with lid and straw but the straw has this little lip on the inside part so your kid can’t pull the straw out. It’s not leak proof but Parker (18 months) does a pretty good job with it. I also like the cups from Target in the kid plate/utensil/cup aisle (usually by the baking stuff) that have the cup, lid and a spiral straw. Not leak proof either but the straw doesn’t just fall out. The straw is hard to clean so wash it out right after each use. You can find these on sale for $2 so it’s not that big of deal if they don’t last forever. Longest reply ever:)
xo, Michele
Good sharing, for healthy purpose, Chia seeds offer the highest volume of Omega-3, as well as addition fiber (soluble and insoluble) along with vitamins or perhaps minerals you don’t usually get whenever you take sea food oil. Chia seeds giving you long lasting energy during the day moving in deep, restful sleep during the night time. May read this article about Chia seeds at: http://kidbuxblog.com/chia-seeds-is-the-most-extremely-versatile-superfood-and-vegetarian-supply-of-omega-3/
I know that this is a strawberry banana smoothie, but my daughter is allergic to strawberries. Do you have any other recommendations for berries that go well in this smoothie too? Thank you. 🙂
Blueberries or raspberries would also be amazing! Or even peaches or mango. Let me know which you try and how it goes:)
Hello,
If I omit the ice, am I able to make these ahead and freeze in portions, then defrost overnight when ready to drink?
Yes! I usually make mine with the ice and then freeze for later, but I believe you can leave out the ice and freeze as well.
Whats the best way to freeze them ? Like container wise and do you put all the ingredients in the blender, blend them, and then unthaw them some how?
I put my leftover smoothie in a ball jar with a lid in the freezer. I then take them out of the freezer the night before I want to serve and put them into the fridge. In the morning, I shake them up and serve. But you can re-blend if you want to add more ice for a thicker smoothie.
My daughter loved it, she kept saying how yummy it was as she was drinking it! My only tip is to definitely add some honey (for over 1yrs) if your bananas aren’t very ripe, as it’s a bit tart otherwise. I chose not to add it initially, but I felt it needed it. Great recipe – thank you!
So happy to hear how much your daughter loves this recipe! Yes, depending on how sweet your strawberries and bananas are, you may need to adjust the sweetness.
Hi! I read somewhere else that you can’t freeze already blended smoothies that have milk in it. Could you confirm how your already blended smoothies turn out once they’ve thawed from frozen? Would love to be able to make a batch and freeze extras. Thank you for your time! Also, it’s ok to serve uncooked oats to 12 month old ? Just checking
Yes, there is no problem freezing and then serving milk. I just pop the smoothie into the freezer and when I want it I take it out and put it into the fridge overnight (this does take some pre-planning). It is not as thick as a regular smoothie but still delicious. You will need to shake the smoothie to get all the ingredients mixed back together. Yes, this amount of oats is fine.