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    Blueberry Smoothie

    Published: Dated: July 9, 2021 Modified: Last Modified: July 9, 2021 Christine Galvani Leave a Comment This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    If you are looking for a thick and delicious smoothie bowl, you’ll love this blueberry smoothie!  Using healthy fruits and whips ups in a few minutes.

    Add your favorite toppings and make this for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert!

    smoothie with toppings in a bowl

    Smoothies remain a favorite snack of mine and this blueberry smoothie without yogurt is near the top of the list.  Oh, and it makes the best popsicles too!

    And although this blueberry smoothie calls for milk, you can easily substitute another liquid like water or juice.

    This smoothie is also great with greens added like kale or spinach.

    Ingredients:

    • Bananas
    • Blueberries
    • Dried Cranberries
    • Milk
    • Toppings

     

    ingredients for blueberry smoothie.

    How to make a blueberry smoothie:

    1. Start with frozen bananas and blueberries.  Once frozen cut the banana into slices.
    2. Place all the ingredients into a high-speed blender.

    milk being poured into the blender with the other smoothie ingredients.

    3.  Blend the ingredients for several minutes until the smoothie is thick and creamy.  Add additional liquid if needed.  To make the smoothie thicker, add additional frozen fruit or ice cubes.  There are additional ideas for thickening smoothies further down the post.

    blueberry smoothie in the blender

    5. Pour the smoothie into two bowls and sprinkle with your favorite toppings.  Serve immediately.

    blueberry smoothie in white bowl.

    6.  As an alternative, you can enjoy this blueberry smoothie as a drink and pour it into bottles or glasses.

    smoothie in a glass jar.

    To make this blueberry smoothie with no bananas:

    Swap the banana for:

    • zucchini
    • avocado
    • oatmeal
    • yogurt
    • more frozen fruit
    • chia seeds

    Smoothie Toppings:

    • Granola
    • Chopped nuts
    • Chopped fruit
    • Sliced bananas
    • Coconut flakes
    • Dried fruit

    How can I thicken a smoothie?

    • Add more frozen fruit
    • Add chia seeds or flax seeds – ground
    • Add ice cubes
    • Add yogurt

    Smoothie Add-ins:

    • Frozen mango
    • Pineapple
    • Lime or lemon juice
    • Almond or Peanut butter
    • Oats
    • Nuts like almonds and cashew nuts
    • Protein powder

    Blender:

    I used a Vitamix TNC 5200.

    Can I use a food processor?

    Yes, a food processor can be used instead of a blender.  Add all the ingredients at the same time before processing.

    How to store smoothies:

    • Store leftovers smoothie in a glass bottle for up to 24 hours.
    • Freeze in cubes and mix with a bit of milk to make smoothies again.
    • Freeze into popsicles.

    Can I use another berry?

    • This recipe will work well with another berry if you do not want to use blueberries.

    Smoothie Recipes:

    • Strawberry Smoothie
    • Blueberry Pineapple Smoothie
    • Anti-Inflammatory Smoothie
    • Berry Smoothie
    • Pineapple Smoothie

     

    blended blueberry smoothie in the blender.
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    Blueberry Smoothie
    Prep Time
    5 mins
    Total Time
    8 mins
     

    If you are looking for a thick and delicious smoothie bowl, you'll love this blueberry smoothie!  Using healthy fruits and whips ups in a few minutes.

    Add your favorite toppings and make this for breakfast, a snack, or even dessert! It's vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free!

    Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: American, Breakfast, Dessert
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 855 kcal
    Author: Christine Galvani
    Ingredients
    • 1 cup blueberries, frozen
    • 2 1/2 bananas, frozen
    • 2 tbsp dried cranberries (optional)
    • 2 cups milk (use regular or dairy-free)
    Instructions
    1. Add the sliced bananas to a high-speed blender along with the blueberries, cranberries, and milk, and blend for a few minutes until thick and creamy. Add more liquid if needed.

    2. Add sweetner like honey or maple syrup if needed.

    3. To make smoothie bowls: pour the smoothie into two bowls. Sprinkle with your favorite toppings. I love granola, nuts, berries, sliced bananas, coconut flakes. Serve immediately.

    4. You can also enjoy this recipe as a smoothie in a glass or bottle. Serve immediately or cover and enjoy later.

    Recipe Notes

    To make this blueberry smoothie with no bananas:

    Swap the banana for:

    • zucchini
    • avocado
    • oatmeal
    • yogurt
    • more frozen fruit
    • chia seeds

    Smoothie Toppings:

    • Granola
    • Chopped nuts
    • Chopped fruit
    • Sliced bananas
    • Coconut flakes
    • Dried fruit

    How can I thicken a smoothie?

    • Add more frozen fruit
    • Add chia seeds or flax seeds - ground
    • Add ice cubes
    • Add yogurt

    Smoothie Add-ins:

    • Frozen mango
    • Pineapple
    • Lime or lemon juice
    • Almond or Peanut butter
    • Oats
    • Nuts like almonds and cashew nuts
    • Protein powder

    Blender:

    I used a Vitamix TNC 5200.

    Can I use a food processor?

    Yes, a food processor can be used instead of a blender.  Add all the ingredients at the same time before processing.

    How to store smoothies:

    • Store leftovers smoothie in a glass bottle for up to 24 hours.
    • Freeze in cubes and mix with a bit of milk to make smoothies again.
    • Freeze into popsicles.

    Can I use another berry?

    • This recipe will work well with another berry if you do not want to use blueberries.
    Nutrition Facts
    Blueberry Smoothie
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 855 Calories from Fat 315
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 35g54%
    Saturated Fat 22g110%
    Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
    Monounsaturated Fat 10g
    Cholesterol 124mg41%
    Sodium 478mg20%
    Potassium 2293mg66%
    Carbohydrates 106g35%
    Fiber 6g24%
    Sugar 84g93%
    Protein 36g72%
    Vitamin A 1330IU27%
    Vitamin C 31mg38%
    Calcium 1181mg118%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

     

     

     

     

     

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