If you haven’t started singing Elton John in your head after reading that title, I don’t know if we can be friends. (Okay, we can still be friends, I just won’t invite you to my Elton John karaoke nights. Not that I’ve ever had an Elton John karaoke night. I don’t even like karaoke. But I’d do it for Elton John.)
And now on to the actual point of this post (Elton John wasn’t it??). I’ve been feeling the blogging world love lately. Stacie and Sophie passed on lovely blog awards. Jane veganized her chia pan bread (chia tortilla!) so I could give it a try, and Laura waved her magic smoothie wand and created an amazing oatmeal raisin cookie shake after I suggested that such a thing should exist. And of course the best part of blogging is always the great comments I get each and every day! Cheesy enough for you?
So back to that oatmeal raisin cookie shake? I made it for breakfast this morning. Shakes and I have a history of mutual okay-ness. I like them, they taste good, but then I usually slurp one down and immediately start looking for the food. Come now, drink isn’t a meal. Or is it?
The combination of thick smoothie with protein, banana and oatmeal makes this something you eat, not drink. And holy shebangles, it is just like eating a cup full of oatmeal cookie dough. I don’t mean similar, I mean exactly like. I had that post-half-the-batch-0f-dough-didn’t-make-it-to-the-oven guilt feeling all morning. Without the guilt. And three hours later? I’m still not hungry.
Served in a wine glass, because who doesn’t want wine for breakfast? they are the only slightly classy (read: non-plastic) cups I own.
And guess who has some carrots sitting in her fridge, just ready to be made into Laura’s carrot cake batter shake? I may just become a smoothie/shake convert…
What’s your opinion on shakes/smoothies? Have a favorite shake recipe? I do now!
I love smoothies, but they definitely have to have some protein to tide me over. Peanut butter chocolate ones are my favorite since they’re like a milkshake!
Oh man, I bet that would be good! I can’t resist anything with PB in it…
thank you SO much for the shout out. i am thrilled that you liked the batter.
you have to let me know what you think of the carrot cake! then give me some more ideas, please.
There was no way I COULDN’T give you a massive shout out–seriously, amazing shake. I really doubted any shake could keep me going through the morning (they’re usually snacks for me rather than meals), but that one just hit the spot AND tasted like oatmeal raisin cookies at the same time. Perfection.
You seriously just made my day. Thank you.
I definitely bookmarked this recipe when Laura posted it and now I’m all the more convinced to try- sounds SO good! I’ve been loving frozen cantaloupe in smoothies with lots of vanilla extract (or vanilla Sunwarrior). I love my greens but haven’t jumped on the green monster bandwagon yet!
I had never had frozen melon until a few weeks ago–I bought a mixed bag of frozen fruit that ended up having some honeydew in it. I was surprised at how good it was! Bet it would be delish in a smoothie.
This sounds SO good, Allie and I think the carrot one sounds even better!
I don’t know if anything can be better than this one, haha. But I AM an oatmeal raisin cookie fanatic, so that might have something to do with it
I would SOOOOO join you for an Elton John karaoke night, Allie!!!! I know you were kidding, but I really think that would be fun. Throw in some Barry Manilow too, and omg, I’d never leave!!!
Have a great day.
I’m not sure how kidding I was, haha. How amazing would it be to throw a Sir Elton John party with karaoke and insist that everyone show up in feathers, sequins and crazy glasses?
Freaking brilliant! I’ve been meaning to pick up some guar gum just to get some extra thick smoothies, too. This is a definite reason to do it. I bet you could even toss some spinach in there to turn it into a green oatmeal cookie shake, and never taste it. So awesome!
I have to admit that I omitted the guar gum. I’m intrigued by it, but I stood for about ten minutes staring at the small $12 bag at the grocery store last night before talking myself out of it. I’m hoping Whole Foods sells it in the bulk/spice section so I can buy a teeeny amount before committing to a large and expensive bag. Made up for the lack of thickener by omitting the ice–I don’t have ice and my bullet won’t crush it up anyway, haha. Ended up with a deliciously thick and creamy shake, no gum included.
WF should have it in bulk. I would be really surprised if it didn’t.
The gum is pricey but a bag lasts FOREVER. I keep it in the frige so it stays fresh.
P.S. I added spinach after I took the pic.
Woahhh!!!! An oatmeal raisin cookie shake?! Yes. Please.
Wow that shake looks amazing! I think I would be more than willing to give that a try. As for shakes and smoothies, I am a really big fan. I find that when I skimp on the veggies for a few days–a big spinach smoothie will get me right back on track. The best part is that you can’t even taste the spinach when you mix it with other things !
Aw I love your blog Allie
You’re always so chirpy and positive, you always give me a little lift!
That shake sounds delicious, I can definitely feel the love tonight
I haven’t had a shake in absolutely ages, I’m more of a smoothie kinda girl. Having said that with the hot weather we’ve been having, I wouldn’t say no!
that smoothie sounds fantastic. if I add enough OOMPH to mine, I can make it a meal, usually. some days I need more.
and Elton John? LOVE HIM – have seen him twice in concert… and did you know I have my own karaoke machine? there have been times I just turn it on and sing here at home. I have EVERYTHING Elton John…
Love the song and the movie!
That is a gorgeous picture! I love oatmeal raisin cookies so I am totally trying that! I am a semi-fan of smoothies – I hate it when you get hungry right afterwards tho!