This Blackberry Strawberry Smoothie is extra creamy, refreshing, and it comes together in just 5 minutes! It's perfect for summer and it's packed with protein. You can serve it for breakfast or as a healthy snack!
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Why You'll Love This Berry Smoothie
Light and refreshing - The smoothie is made with fresh berries, creamy yogurt, milk, and frozen banana, which makes it silky smooth. The sweetness of the berries is balanced with vanilla extract and bitter orange zest. Blackberries and strawberries are my new favorite flavor combo for the summer now, and I'm sure it will be yours too!
A snack or breakfast - You can add protein powder to the smoothie to make it more filling and serve it as a meal replacement for one, or leave it out and serve it as a light snack for two people.
Ingredients
- Blackberries - You can use fresh or frozen blackberries. I prefer using frozen blueberries to make the smoothie cooler and creamier, but both work great. Frozen blackberries are harder to find in grocery stores, so I often buy them fresh and freeze them at home.
- Strawberries - You can use fresh or frozen strawberries, but I highly recommend frozen ones here. They should be easy to find in the freezer section of most grocery stores, and they make the smoothie extra creamy and smooth.
- Banana - Frozen banana makes the smoothie extra creamy, I don't recommend using fresh banana. You can skip it, but the smoothie will be runnier and icier.
- Milk - I like using almond milk here, but boxed coconut milk, cashew milk, oat milk, whole milk, or any non-dairy milk you like works great. Alternatively, you can also use coconut water instead.
- Yogurt - The recipe calls for full-fat Greek yogurt or creamy dairy-free yogurt to make the smoothie extra creamy. I like Yoggu for a vegan yogurt.
- Protein powder - You can add any protein powder you'd normally add to your fruity smoothies, or skip it if you prefer. I like unflavored protein powder or vanilla protein by Sprout Living.
- Flavorings - The smoothie has vanilla extract, orange zest, and a touch of ground cinnamon. They're all optional, but so delicious in combination with the blackberries and strawberries!
Variations and Substitutions
- Orange juice - The smoothie has a little bit of orange zest for flavor but if you want even more orange flavor, add some freshly squeezed orange juice instead of some of the almond milk.
- Coconut water - You can add coconut water instead of the almond milk to make the smoothie lighter. I also like to do half coconut water and half orange juice for more flavor and sweetness.
- Nut butter - If you want to add more healthy fats and protein, add a spoonful of almond butter, peanut butter, or even sunflower butter if you're trying to stay away from nuts.
- Sweetener - If you like sweeter smoothies, add a pitted Medjool date or a little bit of honey or maple syrup.
- Greens - Add a scoop of your favorite greens powder or a large handful of fresh baby spinach or kale. Adding greens will probably make the color of the smoothie more muddy, but it will be just as delicious!
- Chia seeds and ground flax seeds - I like to add these to up the fiber and healthy fats. They won't change the flavor of the smoothie if you add no more than 1-2 tbsp.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Add almond milk, Greek yogurt, frozen banana, frozen blackberries, frozen strawberries, orange zest, cinnamon, and protein powder (if using) to a high-speed blender. I recommend adding liquids first to help the smoothie blend. If you're serving it in a bowl, add less milk at first for a thicker smoothie.
- Blend on high until smooth, adding more liquid as needed.
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- Serve the smoothie in a tall glass with a straw, and garnish with a strawberry, or in a bowl with your favorite toppings (granola, berries, nut butter, etc.). Enjoy!
Tips & Tricks!
- Pre-measure your fruit - If you really want to speed up the process, pre-measure the frozen strawberries, blackberries, and banana in freezer bags (each for one or two servings) so that you can just empty them into your blender and add the rest!
- Add less milk for a smoothie bowl - The recipe is made to be served as a drinkable, thinner smoothie. If you want to serve it in a bowl with various toppings, I highly recommend adding less liquid at first and adding more to reach your desired consistency. You may need less than you think! If you make the smoothie too thin, the toppings will sink to the bottom. You're looking for soft-serve ice cream texture for a smoothie bowl!
Storing
I recommend enjoying the smoothie right away. If you need to store it, store it in the refrigerator in an airtight jar for up to 24 hours. It will taste its best within the first few hours after you make it. Don't leave it out on the counter.
FAQs
I usually don't recommend it because frozen fruit shouldn't be refrozen once defrosted. If needed, you can freeze it in an ice cube tray to later blend with milk or water, or in popsicle molds to make smoothie popsicles. I'd only store it in the freezer for a month or so.
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Blackberry Strawberry Smoothie
This Blackberry Strawberry Smoothie is extra creamy, refreshing, and it comes together in just 5 minutes! It's perfect for summer and it's packed with protein. You can serve it for breakfast or as a healthy snack!
- Total Time5 minutes
- Yield1 1x
- DietVegetarian
Ingredients
- 1-2 cups coconut water or milk (I like boxed coconut milk here, not canned)
- ½ cup yogurt (Greek yogurt or vegan yogurt)
- 1 frozen banana
- 1 cup frozen blackberries
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- ½ tsp fresh orange zest (optional)
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1 scoop protein powder (optional)
Instructions
- Add coconut water, Greek yogurt, frozen banana, frozen blackberries, frozen strawberries, orange zest, cinnamon, and protein powder (if using) to a high-speed blender. I like to add liquids first to help the smoothie blend.
- Blend on high until smooth, adding more liquid as needed.
- Serve in a tall glass or in a bowl with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
Notes
Smoothie bowl: Add only 1 cup of coconut water or other liquid to the blender at first and add more if needed. You’ll need the smoothie to be much thicker if you’re serving it in a bowl and want it to hold your toppings.
Storing: Smoothies are best enjoyed right away because they oxidize pretty quickly. If you need to, store it in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Pick a jar that leaves the least room because if there’s no air, the smoothie won’t oxidize as fast.
The nutritional info is only an estimate. It's counted without any protein powder because each brand can be very different.
- Prep Time: 5
- Category: Smoothie
- Method: Blender
- Cuisine: American
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Veronika Sykorova says
Strawberries and blackberries are so delicious together, especially at the peak of their season! Please leave a comment here if you try the smoothie! :)