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    Mixed Berry Smoothie

    Published: Jun 18, 2021 · Updated: Jun 20, 2021 by Natalie · 111 Comments

    This Mixed Berry Smoothie is cooling and refreshing. Creamy, thick, and absolutely delicious. Packed with fruity freshness and wonderful flavors. It's also very nutritious and has no added sugars. Great breakfast option or afternoon energizing drink.

    Table of contents
    • Ingredients used
    • How to make Mixed Berry Smoothie
    • Substitutions
    • Berry smoothie variations
    • Tips for storing
    • Recipe tips
    • 📖 Recipe
    • More recipes to try
    • 💬 Comments
    Berry Smoothie topped with cream served in a glass with a straw

    When it comes to fresh fruits, I have two fussy eaters in the house. My husband, nor my kid are fans of eating fresh fruits especially berries. Feeding them healthy over the years transformed me into a very creative person.

    I've found many ways how to sneak the fresh fruits into the food they actually like eating - like smoothies. It's the perfect way to get them to have a huge boost from powerful berries in a form they love. And they both love my smoothies.

    This Mixed Berry Smoothie is very popular in my house, especially during the summer. It's thick and creamy, so refreshing and bursting with wonderful fruity flavors. It has an ice-cream-like texture and it's absolutely amazing because of that.

    It's also super simple to make, and loaded with all the important nutrients that the body needs. Without excess calories. Without added sugars. This berry smoothie is so high on our favorite smoothie list.

    Ingredients used

    For this berry smoothie recipe, you will need only a few simple pantry ingredients.

    • Berries. I used a mix of frozen raspberries, blackberries, blackcurrants, and redcurrants. It's a frozen fruit bag, sometimes called Summer berry mix. You can buy it in any store. You can use ANY type of berries here. See "Recipe tips" for more info.
    • Milk. Almond milk is the best option here. It has this lovely nutty flavor that pairs well with berries. But any milk will work, except coconut milk. It doesn't pair well with berries.
    • Almond butter. It makes the smoothie more nutritious. Almond butter is loaded with healthy fats that keep our heart healthy, fibers, proteins, and many important minerals and vitamins.
    • Flaxseeds. They are an excellent source of heart-healthy Omega-3 and fiber.  I used ground flaxseeds. 
    • Cinnamon. It's a highly delicious spice with many health benefits. (1) Cinnamon gave this frozen berry smoothie a wonderful flavor.
    • Sweetener (optional). See "Recipe tips" for recommendations.
    Berry Smoothie topped with cream served in a glass

    How to make Mixed Berry Smoothie

    Making this thick frozen berry smoothie is quite easy. It will take you 5 minutes and all you need is a good blender.

    • Start with preparing and measuring all the ingredients. I like to use measuring cups.
    • Take the blender and add all ingredients. Note: add wet ingredients first for easier blending. Also, add in ice cubes, if using.
    • Mix everything at high speed until you get a smooth silky texture.
    • If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more liquid – milk or water. Blend again until everything is well combined.
    • Taste the smoothie and add additional sweetener if the smoothie is not sweet enough to your taste. (See "Recipe tips" section for sweetener recommendation)
    • Transfer the smoothie into a smoothie glass. 
    • ADD TOPPINGS: I used whipped coconut cream and cacao nibs. Be creative here and add toppings you like. 
    • Serve and enjoy!
    • Makes 1 serving that serves 1 person as a full meal, or 2 servings as a snack.
    Mixed Berry Smoothie topped with cream served in a glass with a straw

    Substitutions

    • You can substitute the almond milk with any plant-based milk except coconut milk. Coconut milk won't work well here. Cow's milk is fine.
    • You can substitute ground flax seeds with hemp seeds or chia seeds. 
    • Substitute almond butter with any nut butter, or seed butter. Tahini is very delicious here, same as cashew butter. Peanut butter won't work here.

    Berry smoothie variations

    • Make it with a banana. If you're bulking up or making this berry smoothie for kids. You can substitute banana with ½ avocado.
    • Make it keto-friendly. Add ½ avocado or 1 teaspoon of MCD oil.
    • Make it protein-packed: Add a scoop of protein powder. This will transfer smoothie into a great fruity protein-packed, post-workout shake.
    • Berry Smoothie topped with cream served in a glass with a straw
    • Hand holding a glass full of frozen berry smoothie

    Tips for storing

    • Store in a glass jar with a lid or shaker and keep refrigerated for up to one day.
    • Don't forget to shake it or stir it before enjoying it.
    • Remember, all smoothies oxidate when left standing. That's not bad. But to reap all benefits from ingredients, it's best to have the smoothie freshly made.

    Recipe tips

    • When adding ingredients to a blender, always add the liquids first. Doing this will help your blender run easily and this will prevent making lumps.
    • Use a high-power blender to ensure everything blends well and the smoothie is silky smooth. 
    • Use the mix of any berries you like and have at home. Like blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, cherries, etc. Don't go overboard with different types of fruits. Use a max of 2-3 different berries.
    • Frozen berries are the best for making this smoothie. They blend into a thick very refreshing drink that gives you a cold punch. It feels like having ice cream and sometimes it's so thick you can eat it with the spoon. If you don't have frozen berries at hand, just pop the fresh ones in the freezer for at least 1 hour.
    • Additional sweetener recommendation:
      • I recommend using 1-2 dates, date syrup, raw honey or maple syrup, stevia, or any low-carb sweetener. This is totally based on your preference.
      • If you are using dates, make sure you soak them in warm water for at least 10 minutes. Drain them before using them.
    • Grinding flaxseeds is the best way to make the most of their health benefits. Don't use them whole.
    Close view of frozen berry smoothie topped with cream

    This berry smoothie is creamy, mildly sweet but above all refreshing and summery. It's so thick, like ice cream, and kids just love it.

    This smoothie is also very nutritious, packed with fibers, healthy Omega-3s, and powerful antioxidants from berries It's also made without added sugars and 100% healthy. Perfect drink that can be served as a nutritious breakfast or refreshing afternoon treat. Enjoy!

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    Mixed Berry Smoothie topped with cream served in a glass with a straw

    Mixed Berry Smoothie

    By Natalie
    This Mixed Berry Smoothie is cooling and refreshing. Creamy, thick, and absolutely delicious. Packed with fruity freshness and wonderful flavors. It's also very nutritious and has no added sugars. Great breakfast option or afternoon energizing drink.
    5 from 213 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Breakfast
    Cuisine American, International
    Servings 1 serving
    Calories 263 kcal

    Equipment

    • Blender

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 cup mixed frozen berries
    • 1 ¼ cup almond milk
    • 1 tablespoon almond butter
    • 1 tablespoon ground flaxseeds
    • 1 teaspoon Ceylon cinnamon
    • Sweetener (optional): honey, or maple syrup

    Instructions
     

    • Add all ingredients in the blender. Note: add wet ingredients first for easier blending. Also, add in ice cubes, if using.
    • Mix everything at high speed until you get a smooth silky texture.
    • If the smoothie is too thick, add a little more liquid – milk or water. Blend again until everything is well combined.
    • Taste the smoothie and add additional sweetener if the smoothie is not sweet enough to your taste. (See "Recipe tips" section for sweetener recommendation)
    • Transfer the smoothie into a smoothie glass.
    • ADD TOPPINGS: I used whipped coconut cream and cacao nibs. Be creative here and add toppings you like.
    • Serve and enjoy!

    Notes

    Makes 1 serving that serves 1 person as a full meal, or 2 servings as a snack.
    As a measure, I used US cup (240ml).
    Nutrition values are calculated without added toppings.
    Substitutions
    • Substitute the almond milk with any plant-based milk except coconut milk. Coconut milk won't work well here. Cow's milk is fine.
    • Substitute ground flax seeds with hemp seeds or chia seeds. 
    • Substitute almond butter with any nut butter, or seed butter. Tahini is very delicious here, same as cashew butter. Peanut butter won't work here.
    Store in a glass jar with a lid or shaker and keep refrigerated for up to one day. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 411mg | Potassium: 260mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 70IU | Vitamin C: 3.9mg | Calcium: 481mg | Iron: 1.2mg
    Keyword blueberry smoothie, frozen berry smoothie, mixed berry smoothie, mixed berry smoothie recipe, strawberry smoothie recipe
    Tried this recipe?Don’t forget to rate it and leave the comment. I would love to hear what you think.
    DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but I have endeavored to be as accurate as possible.

    This post is originally published in June 2019. It's updated with new information and republished in June 2021. The recipe stayed the same.

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    Natalie is a writer, recipe developer, and creator of Natalie's Health. She combined knowledge of nutrition, diet and exercise and specialised in developing healthy recipes and writing about a healthy lifestyle. Her recipes and articles have been featured in many popular media outlets, like Shape, Greatist, Pure Wow, Mashed, The Huffington Post, ELLE Magazine, and many more.

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    1. Jeanine says

      June 09, 2022 at 7:10 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you for a delicious recipe!

      Reply
    2. Jennifer says

      June 09, 2022 at 6:08 pm

      5 stars
      I loved this after my pilates session this morning! SO refreshing!

      Reply
    3. Glenda says

      June 07, 2022 at 10:37 pm

      5 stars
      Thank you for the easy recipe! It's delicious!

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