Description
This easy fruit smoothie recipe combines fresh and frozen fruits with milk and yogurt to create a creamy, nutritious beverage perfect for a quick breakfast or refreshing snack. With optional sweeteners and add-ins, you can customize this smoothie to your taste, making it both delicious and versatile.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup yogurt
Fruits
- 1 cup fresh fruit (such as berries, banana, or mango)
- 2 cups frozen fruit (thawed for 5-10 minutes, examples: berries, peaches, pineapple)
Optional Ingredients
- 1-2 tablespoons sweetener (such as honey, maple syrup, or agave syrup)
- Optional add-ins (such as chia seeds, protein powder, spinach, or nut butters)
Instructions
- Add ingredients to blender: Pour the milk into the blender first, followed by the yogurt, then the fresh fruit, and finally the thawed frozen fruit. Add sweetener and any optional add-ins as desired. Note that if using a personal blender, add ingredients in reverse order to ensure proper blending.
- Blend smoothie: Secure the lid and blend the mixture on high until smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are well combined. This usually takes about 30-60 seconds depending on your blender.
- Serve immediately: Pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy right away for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Using thawed frozen fruit helps create a smoother blend and avoids overwhelming the blender motor.
- Optional add-ins like chia seeds or protein powder can boost nutritional value.
- Adjust the thickness by adding more milk for a thinner smoothie or more frozen fruit for a thicker texture.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute milk and yogurt with plant-based alternatives like almond milk or coconut yogurt.
