Wow — just wow. You have to try this one. It’s got warm spices, a creamy texture, and all the holiday vibes you want this time of year. If you love chai, cozy spices, or anything that feels comforting, this one’s for you.
Chai Nog Smoothie Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 frozen bananas
- ½ cup unsweetened chai tea (cooled)
- 1 tbsp cashew butter
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- ¼ tsp allspice
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
How I Make It
01. Freeze your bananas ahead of time — this is what makes it thick and creamy instead of sad and runny.
02. Add everything to a blender and blend until smooth and silky.
03. Pour, sip, and immediately feel like you should be wearing a sweater.
Optional move: a light sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg on top if you want to be a little extra.
a few notes from me
- If you want it less sweet, skip the maple syrup — the bananas and chai still do a lot
- If you want it extra cozy, warm the chai before brewing it, then let it cool
- This is great when you want something festive but don’t want eggnog-level richness
- It’s one of those smoothies that somehow feels indulgent and balanced
my final thoughts
I’m not into changing my entire routine during the holidays. I just want smarter swaps where they make sense — and this smoothie is one of them. It hits the seasonal craving, keeps me fueled, and doesn’t leave me feeling like I overdid it before noon.