Winter Berry Smoothie (Printable)
Vibrant, immune-boosting blend of winter berries, yogurt, and honey. Ideal for a refreshing breakfast or snack.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fruit
01 - 1 cup frozen mixed winter berries (such as blueberries, cranberries, blackberries, and raspberries)
02 - 1 small ripe banana, peeled
→ Dairy
03 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
→ Liquid
04 - 1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice
→ Sweetener & Flavor
05 - 1 tablespoon honey
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ Optional Toppings
07 - 2 teaspoons chia seeds
08 - Fresh berries, for garnish
# Steps:
01 - Place the frozen berries, banana, Greek yogurt, apple juice, honey, and cinnamon into a high-speed blender.
02 - Process on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
03 - Taste the smoothie and, if desired, add more honey to achieve preferred sweetness.
04 - Pour the blended smoothie into two individual glasses.
05 - Optionally, top with chia seeds and a handful of fresh berries before serving immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It's like a secret weapon against those winter blues, packed with vitamins and bright flavors.
- You'll be amazed how something so simple can feel so luxurious and satisfying, without any fuss.
02 -
- Don't underestimate the power of frozen berries; using fresh can lead to a watery smoothie, and you'll miss that icy chill.
- I once swapped apple juice for almond milk, and while delicious, it truly changed the vibe from bright and fruity to creamy and mellow—know your preference!
03 -
- For an extra protein punch without altering flavor, a scoop of unflavored collagen powder blends in seamlessly and is undetectable.
- If your berries aren't quite sweet enough, a Medjool date, pitted and added to the blender, offers a richer, more complex sweetness than just honey.