This refreshing and easy Berry Smoothie is a perfectly delicious and wholesome treat to start your day. It is a naturally sweetened berry smoothie that needs only a few handy ingredients, such as berries, bananas, yogurt, milk, and a bit of vanilla to flavor it up.
Making it takes only 2 minutes, so whenever you are craving something sweet and cooling, try this nourishing and delicious mixed berry smoothie, and it will surely cool you down.
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I have shared a step-by-step picture and video recipe on how to make the best berry smoothie with all the tips, tricks, and variations.
About Berry Smoothie
It is an easy-to-make, refreshing, and filling smoothie, ideal for a quick breakfast, refreshing brunch, or a sweet snack anytime of the year. It can also be served as a filling snack after hitting the gym, or simply enjoyed as a tasty treat.
This creamy smoothie, bursting with berries, tastes exactly like what you would get in your favorite cafes or smoothie shops. Another great thing is that it is much cheaper than buying one from the store!
Packed with the goodness of frozen strawberries, frozen raspberries, frozen blueberries, and sweet bananas, this easy smoothie recipe is not just gorgeously delightful but also packed with health benefits.
Due to the abundance of fruits and Greek yogurt, this vegetarian and gluten-free smoothie is loaded with antioxidants, fiber, and protein. And you can also make it vegan with just a slight adjustment.
I have been making smoothies for many years, and this berry smoothie is one of the all-time favorites amongst strawberry banana oat smoothie, mango oats smoothie, banana date smoothie, and blueberry pie smoothie.
Whenever I am not in the mood for a heavy breakfast, or don’t have time to cook, whipping up a quick smoothie is my go-to solution. They are healthy, delicious, filling, satiating, and keep you full for hours.
This berry smoothie recipe is super easy to whip up and super satisfying, and making this mixed berry smoothie is so easy, it takes only 2 minutes. Try it out and blend your way to a fruity, refreshing day!
This Berry Smoothie
✔️ is quick & easy
✔️ makes the perfect on-the-go breakfast
✔️ is ideal for a quick meal or a cool snack
✔️ is nourishing and filling
✔️ can be made using any berries
✔️ is easily customizable
✔️ is vegetarian & gluten-free
✔️ gives you a boost of energy
✔️ has a rich source of antioxidants
✔️ is refreshing and delicious
✔️ looks gourmet
✔️ is a total crowd-pleaser
Ingredients
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Berries: Since I’ve added a mixed berry smoothie, I have used a combination of frozen strawberries, frozen raspberries, and frozen wild blueberries for making this smoothie. For a different color and taste, you can use any frozen mixed berries of your choice. And if you want to make this smoothie using just one type of berry, feel free to do that.
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Yogurt: I have used plain Greek yogurt for creaminess and added protein. You can also use vanilla Greek Yogurt or any variety of your favorite yogurt.
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Bananas: These are added to naturally sweeten the smoothie and make it creamy.
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Milk: I have used regular milk here, but you can use any kind of milk you like, such as unsweetened almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk. They all taste good in this recipe.
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Vanilla extract: I have added a splash of vanilla extract for a subtle hint to boost the overall flavor. However, adding vanilla extract is totally optional.
How to Make a Berry Smoothie
Making a berry smoothie at home is very simple and straightforward.
Add frozen strawberries, frozen raspberries, frozen blueberries, and bananas to a blender. Also add chilled Greek yogurt, chilled milk, and vanilla extract to the blender and blend it up until smooth. Your berry smoothie is ready; pour it into serving glasses and enjoy it chilled.
Variations
Smoothie Bowl:
Love a smoothie bowl? Then you can turn this smoothie into a smoothie bowl by reducing the amount of milk, or you can also completely omit it if you have a high-power blender.
Transfer it to a bowl, and top it with fresh berries and fruits, seeds, granola, and a drizzle of honey. You can top it with whatever you have handy. Your super delicious Berry Smoothie bowl is ready to be enjoyed!
Dairy-Free Version:
To make a vegan berry smoothie, swap regular milk with dairy-free milk alternatives such as almond or coconut milk. Also, replace Greek yogurt with vegan yogurt.
Single Berry Smoothie:
I used mixed berries for this smoothie, but you can also use any one variety of berry to make this smoothie.
Add-Ins:
To make this smoothie more nourishing and filling, you can add any of these add-ins:
Quick oats, ground flaxseeds, chia seeds, hemp seeds.
Serving Suggestions
They taste so good when served fresh right after blending. You can serve them as a sweet breakfast or a quick after-school snack.
You can also serve them for brunch along with healthy snacks like pistachio date cups, healthy date bars, cream cheese stuffed dates, carrot cheese chips, and almond flour crackers.
Storing Suggestions
This smoothie tastes best when served fresh. However, if you have leftovers, you can keep them in the refrigerator for up to one day. The smoothie might separate after storing, so just give it a shake right before serving.
Tips for Making the Best Berry Smoothie
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Smooth Blending: Start low and slow on your blender, then kick it up to high for the smoothest texture.
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Protein Boost: For an added protein boost, you can add 1-2 scoops of vanilla protein powder.
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Seeds: You can add some chia seeds or flax seeds to this smoothie if you want more nutrients.
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Bananas: They are the source of sweetness in this smoothie and give it a creamy texture. So, make sure to choose bananas that are ripe for the best taste and texture.
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Frozen Berries: This cooling smoothie is perfect for hot days. Use only frozen berries to make this smoothie icy-cold.
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Consistency: If your smoothie is too thick, you can adjust the consistency by adding a bit more milk to thin it out.
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Sweetener: I did not add any additional sweetener in this recipe as my berries were really sweet. You can taste the smoothie, and if you prefer sweeter smoothies and your berries are not sweet, then you can add some honey or maple syrup.
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More Bananas: You can add more bananas if you like a creamier, sweeter, and richer smoothie.
Berry Smoothie (Step-by-step photo instructions)
How to Make Berry Smoothie
- Add the frozen strawberries, frozen raspberries, frozen wild blueberries, sliced bananas, greek yogurt, milk and vanilla extract to a blender jar. Blend the ingredients until smooth.
- Apply 1 tbsp of greek yogurt inside of the glass, to decorate. This step is optional. Pour chilled smoothie into glass, garnish with berries and enjoy your delicious breakfast, brunch or a yummy snack.
Recipe Card
Berry Smoothie [Recipe]
★★★★★
(Rating: 5 from 6 reviews)
| Prep time 🕐 | Cook time 🕐 | Total time 🕐 |
|---|---|---|
| 3 mins | ||
| Category ☶ | Cuisine ♨ | Serves ☺ |
| Breakfast | International | 2 |
| Nutrition Info ⊛ | Serving size ⊚ | |
| 354 calories | 1 |
INGREDIENTS
For Berry Smoothie
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1 cup frozen raspberries
- 1 cup frozen wild blueberries
- 1/2 cup greek yogurt
- 2 bananas, sliced
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups milk
INSTRUCTIONS:
How to Make Berry Smoothie
- Add the frozen strawberries, frozen raspberries, frozen wild blueberries, sliced bananas, greek yogurt, milk and vanilla extract to a blender jar. Blend the ingredients until smooth.
- Apply 1 tbsp of greek yogurt inside of the glass, to decorate. This step is optional. Pour chilled smoothie into glass, garnish with berries and enjoy your delicious breakfast, brunch or a yummy snack.
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NOTES:
- If this smoothie is too thick, feel free to add more milk if needed.
- I have used wild blueberries in this recipe as they give the best color and flavor to this smoothie. You can also use regular blueberries for this recipe.
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