Description
A refreshing, nutritious Berry Smoothie made with a blend of frozen mixed berries, banana, yogurt, and your choice of milk or juice. Perfect for a quick breakfast or healthy snack, this smoothie is creamy, naturally sweet, and easy to customize to your taste.
Ingredients
Liquid Base
- 1 cup milk or juice (Options: coconut, almond, oat, soy milk or apple, cranberry, or orange juice)
Fruit
- 2 cups frozen mixed berries
- 1 banana, sliced
Dairy
- ½ cup yogurt (plain or vanilla Greek yogurt recommended)
Sweetener (Optional)
- 2 tablespoons honey, agave, or maple syrup
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients including your choice of milk or juice, frozen mixed berries, banana, yogurt, and optional sweetener.
- Add to Blender: Pour the liquid base into a high-speed blender first, followed by the frozen mixed berries, sliced banana, and yogurt. This layering helps the blender process the ingredients more efficiently.
- Blend Smooth: Blend on high speed for 1 to 2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no visible chunks.
- Adjust Consistency: Check the smoothie thickness. If it’s too thick, add more liquid a little at a time and blend again. If it’s too thin, add ice cubes or more frozen fruit and blend again.
- Sweeten to Taste: Taste the smoothie and, if desired, add honey, agave, or maple syrup gradually to achieve your preferred sweetness, then blend briefly to combine.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses immediately. Optionally, garnish with fresh berries or a sprig of mint for an attractive presentation and extra freshness.
Notes
- Use a high-speed blender for the smoothest texture.
- Frozen berries make the smoothie thick and cold without needing ice.
- For a dairy-free version, choose plant-based milk and yogurt alternatives.
- Adjust sweetness based on the natural sweetness of your fruit and personal preference.
- For added nutrition, consider adding a tablespoon of chia seeds or flaxseeds before blending.
