Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 cup

lowfat plain yogurt

2 unit

carrots

roughly chopped

5 tbsp

pure maple syrup

1 tbsp

ginger

chopped

1 cup

blueberries

1 unit

nonstick cooking spray

1 cup

2-percent milk

1 unit

egg

1 pinch

ground cinnamon

1 pinch

kosher salt

4 slice

whole wheat bread

2 tbsp

toasted almonds

Step 1
~2 min

Combine yogurt, ice, carrots, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, and ginger in a blender.

Step 2
~2 min

Blend until smooth to make the smoothie.

Step 3
~2 min

Divide the smoothie among four glasses and refrigerate.

Step 4
~2 min

Combine blueberries and remaining maple syrup in a microwave-safe bowl.

Step 5
~2 min

Cover and microwave until blueberries pop (about 2 minutes) to make the sauce.

Step 6
~2 min

Set the blueberry sauce aside.

Step 7
~2 min

Preheat a waffle iron and coat with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 8
~2 min

Whisk together milk, egg, cinnamon, and salt in a baking dish.

Step 9
~2 min

Soak a bread slice on each side for a few seconds.

Step 10
~2 min

Place the soaked bread on the waffle iron.

Step 11
~2 min

Close the waffle iron and cook until golden brown (3-4 minutes).

Step 12
~2 min

Remove the waffled bread and keep warm on a foil-covered plate.

Step 13
~2 min

Repeat the waffling process with the remaining bread slices.

Step 14
~2 min

Divide the waffles and blueberry sauce evenly among four plates.

Step 15
~2 min

Sprinkle with toasted almonds.

Step 16
~2 min

Serve the waffled French toast with the carrot-ginger smoothies.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dash of vanilla extract to the milk mixture for extra flavor.

Adjust the amount of ginger in the smoothie to your liking.

Use fresh or frozen blueberries.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The smoothie can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of fresh fruit.

Add a dollop of whipped cream or yogurt.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Bacon
Sausage
Fresh Fruit Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Popular breakfast and brunch dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Breakfast on special occasions
Brunch for holidays

Occasion Tags

Weekend Brunch
Holiday Breakfast
Special Occasion

Popularity Score

75/100

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