Winter Berry Smoothie (Printable Version)
Immune-boosting blend of winter berries, yogurt and honey, perfect for a refreshing breakfast during colder months.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruit
01 - 1 cup frozen mixed winter berries (e.g., blueberries, cranberries, blackberries, raspberries)
02 - 1 small ripe banana, peeled
→ Dairy
03 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
→ Liquid
04 - 1/2 cup unsweetened apple juice (or water)
→ Sweetener & Flavor
05 - 1 tablespoon honey (or maple syrup)
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
→ Optional Toppings
07 - 2 teaspoons chia seeds
08 - Fresh berries, for garnish
# How To Make It:
01 - Place the frozen berries, banana, Greek yogurt, apple juice, honey, and cinnamon in a blender.
02 - Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
03 - Taste and adjust sweetness if desired by adding more honey.
04 - Pour into two glasses.
05 - Top with chia seeds and fresh berries, if using. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It takes barely five minutes to transform your kitchen from winter doldrums to berry paradise, and somehow the vibrant color alone boosts your mood before you even take a sip.
- The combination of tart berries with creamy yogurt creates this perfect balance that satisfies your sweet tooth without leaving you with a sugar crash an hour later.
02 -
- Frozen bananas create an infinitely better texture than room temperature ones, so whenever you have overripe bananas, peel and freeze them for smoothie emergencies.
- Adding ingredients in stages rather than all at once helps prevent that frustrating situation where your blender creates an air pocket and nothing moves.
03 -
- Slightly thaw your frozen berries for about 3-5 minutes before blending if your blender struggles with fully frozen fruit, creating a smoother blend without diluting with extra liquid.
- A tiny pinch of salt enhances the berry flavors in a way that seems magical, especially if your winter berries lack the brightness of their summer counterparts.