Mixed Berry Banana Smoothie
Introduction
This mixed berry banana smoothie is thick, creamy and naturally sweet—without any added sugar. Frozen berries and ripe banana blend with yogurt and milk to create a refreshing, healthy drink that’s perfect for breakfast, a post-workout snack or an afternoon treat. It’s quick to make (5 minutes), easy to customize and looks beautiful in photos thanks to its vibrant purple color, making it ideal for Pinterest and social media.
Quick Info
- Prep time: 5 minutes
- Total time: 5 minutes
- Servings: 1–2
- Difficulty: Very easy
Ingredients
- 1 cup mixed frozen berries
- (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries)
- 1 ripe banana (fresh or frozen, sliced)
- ½ cup plain or vanilla yogurt (Greek or regular)
- ½–¾ cup milk (dairy or plant-based: almond, oat, soy, etc.)
- 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional, to taste)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- A few ice cubes (only if you use fresh berries and want it thicker)
For topping (optional)
- A few extra berries
- Chia seeds, granola, or coconut flakes
Instructions
1. Add ingredients to the blender
- In a blender, add:
- mixed frozen berries
- sliced banana
- yogurt
- ½ cup milk
- vanilla and honey/maple if using
2. Blend until smooth
- Blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy.
- If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more milk and blend again.
- If it’s too thin, add a few more frozen berries or a couple of ice cubes and blend.
3. Taste and adjust
- Taste the smoothie.
- If you want it sweeter, add a little more honey or maple syrup and blend again briefly.
4. Serve
- Pour the smoothie into 1 large glass or 2 smaller glasses.
- Top with:
- a few berries
- a sprinkle of chia seeds, granola or coconut flakes
- Serve immediately while it’s cold and thick.
Tips & Variations
- Vegan / dairy-free: Use plant-based milk and a vegan yogurt (coconut, soy, almond).
- Protein boost: Add 1 scoop of protein powder or 1–2 tbsp peanut butter/almond butter.
- Green version: Add a handful of baby spinach. The color will change slightly, but the berry flavor stays strong.
- Smoothie bowl: Use less milk to make it thicker, pour into a bowl and top with granola, fresh fruits, nuts and seeds.