Hello Friends! Welcome back to ASW Homestead! Today we will be sharing a simple smoothie recipe perfect for those hot summer mornings or afternoon snack. Smoothies are quick to put together and make for a wonderful breakfast on those busy mornings!
Smoothies are also a wonderful way to pack nutrition into a delicious drink that most children love. However, I know from first hand experience that people either love smoothies or hate smoothies. I have four children and two love smoothies and two do not.
This post is for all the smoothie lovers out there.
Smoothie Recipe Ingredients
1 cup Greek yogurt – We use whole milk Greek Yogurt which is high in protein at 20 grams of protein per 7oz serving.
1/2 cup milk – We use whole milk but can easily be substituted with the milk of your choice.
5 strawberries
1 banana – A ripe banana adds more sweetness to your smoothie.
6 large ice cubes
Smoothie Recipe Directions
Get out your blender.
We have a Ninja blender we purchased on sale at Sam’s Club last year. This blender makes blending ice a breeze. However, any blender will get the job done.
Use what you have!
Start by placing the liquid ingredients in the blender first.
Then add the solid ingredients on top. This with help with a smoother blend.
Blend everything together.
I used the larger blender but the individual size blending cup would have worked well if not better for this small of an amount.
Serve and Garnish
Serve your smoothie in a tall glass and garnish with sliced strawberries or sliced banana on the rim. You can also add a dash of cinnamon to the top of your smoothie.
Garnishing the smoothie will make the presentation as pretty as it tastes.
As expected my two younger children really enjoyed the smoothies. However, my two teenagers didn’t and gave their smoothies to their younger siblings.
How to Make Your Smoothie Thicker?
One option to make a thicker and colder smoothie is to freeze your banana and strawberries before adding them to the smoothie.
Another option, is to add oats to the smoothie. The oats will make for a creamier texture and add nutritional value.
If strawberries aren’t your thing, maybe some of the following smoothie recipes will delight your taste buds.
Coffee Smoothie Recipe Ingredients
1 banana- Again, freeze the banana before hand for a thicker smoothie.
3/4 cup brewed coffee – You could make the coffee the night before and chill in the fridge overnight.
1/4 cup milk- Any type of milk works but if you are looking for a dairy free option you can use almond milk.
2 tbsp peanut butter
2 tsp honey – You can also substitute the honey with maple syrup.
Coffee Smoothie Recipe Directions
First, gather all the ingredients.
Add the liquid ingredients to the blender first and then the solid ingredients.
Blend until smooth.
Enjoy immediately!
Other Delicious Smoothie Recipes to Try
Chocolate and Peanut Butter Smoothie Recipe – This smoothie recipe hits more like a decadent dessert option! Is there anything better than the flavor combination of peanut butter and chocolate?
Apple Pie Smoothie Recipe– Are you dreaming of cool Autumn days? This smoothie recipe creates a delicious Autumn taste.
Iced Coffee Breakfast Smoothie Recipe – This smoothie recipe would be a perfect breakfast option for those busy mornings. It would also be cheaper than stopping for coffee on your way to work.
Hope you are able to try one of the unique smoothie recipes mentioned in this post! You can also find other simple ASW Homestead recipes HERE.
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