Apple, pear and coconut milk: simple, mild and creamy, a bit like a chilled apple pie filling in a glass. It is the base recipe for a whole family of fruit variations.
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Wash the apple and pear, remove the cores and cut them into pieces.
Blend with the coconut milk for about 45 seconds until smooth.
Pour into a glass and serve.
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Taste
Creamy, mild and gently sweet, with crisp apple and a soft coconut background.
About this smoothie
Apples and pears are some of the most dependable fruits in the kitchen, and blended with coconut milk they make a surprisingly creamy drink. Choose a sweet, aromatic apple; a very sour one will taste thin next to the coconut. Both fruits contain fibre, especially in the skin.
This mild smoothie is a good base for additions: berries, cinnamon or a spoon of oats all work. It suits children and anyone who prefers gentle flavours.
Bartender tips
A pinch of cinnamon gives it an apple pie flavour.
For a thicker drink, freeze the apple pieces for an hour beforehand.
Variations
Spiced apple
Add a pinch of cinnamon and a pinch of ground ginger.
Frequently asked questions
Which apples are best?
Sweet, aromatic varieties such as Gala, Fuji or Pink Lady.
Why does my apple smoothie turn brown?
Cut apple oxidises; drink it soon or add a little lemon juice.