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Mixed Berry Smoothie | Easy & Healthy 6-Minute Recipe

Mixed Berry Smoothie | Easy & Healthy 6-Minute Recipe

This recipe for a Mixed Berry Smoothie is a refreshing and healthy combination of fruit and yogurt that's completely kid-approved and super easy to make! Fast, incredibly creamy, and perfectly sweet, it is the ultimate on-the-go breakfast or afternoon snack.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
(Blending time) 1 minute
Total Time 6 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Breakfast, Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 221
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups apple juice can also use almond milk, skim milk, coconut milk, or another flavor of juice
  • 1 banana sliced
  • 1 ½ cups frozen mixed berries
  • ¾ cup vanilla Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon honey optional
  • Optional garnish: fresh berries and mint sprigs

Equipment

  • Blender
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Liquid and dry measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Load the Blender

    Pour the apple juice (or your preferred milk) into the blender pitcher first. Add the sliced banana, the frozen mixed berries, and the vanilla Greek yogurt. (Pro tip: Adding the liquid first helps the blender blades catch the frozen fruit much easier!)

    2. Blend

    Place the lid securely on the blender. Blend on high speed for about 1 minute, or until the mixture is completely smooth, creamy, and vibrant in color.

    3. Adjust Consistency and Taste

    Check the texture of your smoothie. If the smoothie seems too thick for your blender or your preference, add a little more liquid (about ¼ cup) and pulse to combine. Taste the smoothie, and blend in the 1 tablespoon of honey if you desire a sweeter drink.

    4. Garnish and Serve

    Pour the smooth, frosty mixture evenly into two glasses. If desired, garnish the rims with fresh berries and a sprig of fresh mint for a beautiful presentation. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • Liquid Substitutes: Apple juice provides a great natural sweetness, but unsweetened almond milk or oat milk are fantastic low-sugar alternatives that make the smoothie even creamier.
  • Frozen Bananas: If you want an even thicker, frostier smoothie, use a banana that has been peeled, sliced, and frozen!
  • Storage: Best enjoyed immediately, but you can keep leftovers in a tightly sealed mason jar in the fridge for up to 24 hours (just shake it vigorously before drinking!).
    Always put your liquid into the blender pitcher before your frozen fruit—this saves your blender motor and guarantees a perfectly smooth, lump-free drink!