Description
This refreshing Strawberry Blueberry Smoothie recipe is a delicious combination of frozen berries, creamy yogurt, and a touch of honey, blended to a smooth, vibrant drink perfect for a quick breakfast or an energizing snack. It’s banana-free and customizable with different milk and yogurt options.
Ingredients
Liquid Ingredients
- ½ cup chilled whole milk (or skim, or plant-based)
- ½ cup chilled plain yogurt (full-fat, low-fat, Greek, plant-based, or strawberry flavored)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup or agave nectar)
Fruit Ingredients
- 4 ounces strawberries (100 g, sliced and frozen)
- ½ cup blueberries (frozen)
Instructions
- Add Frozen Berries: Place the frozen strawberries and blueberries into the large jar of a high-speed blender to start the base of your smoothie.
- Thaw if Needed: If your blender isn’t very powerful, let the frozen berries thaw for about 10 minutes to make blending easier and smoother.
- Add Liquids and Flavoring: Pour in the chilled milk, plain yogurt, vanilla extract, and honey into the blender jar with the berries.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend all the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth with no chunks of fruit remaining.
- Adjust Consistency and Sweetness: If the smoothie is thicker than you like, add a bit more milk and blend again. Taste and add extra honey if you prefer it sweeter.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into two serving glasses. For an extra touch, garnish with fresh berries and a sprig of mint, then serve chilled immediately.
Notes
- You can use any type of milk or yogurt to suit dietary preferences including plant-based options.
- Frozen berries provide a creamy texture and chill without needing ice, but if fresh berries are used, add ice cubes to maintain a cold smoothie.
- This smoothie is naturally sweetened with honey but can be adjusted to taste with maple syrup or agave nectar for a vegan option.
- For easier blending, allow frozen berries to thaw slightly if necessary, especially with lower-powered blenders.
- Garnishing with fresh mint or additional berries adds visual appeal and freshness.
- Double the recipe easily for more servings.
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 minute
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
