Creamy Strawberry Smoothie Recipe for Fresh, Fruity Mornings

This simple, healthy strawberry smoothie is thick, refreshing, and quick to prepare at home.

Super Healthy Strawberry Smoothies

Easy to make

Just 3 ingredients

NO banana

These homemade strawberry smoothies are kid-friendly and highly customizable. They can be dairy-free, low in calories, and packed with potassium, fiber, and vitamin C depending on the ingredients you choose.

Also be sure to try this Avocado Smoothie Recipe

The Best Strawberry Smoothie

There’s a simple trick that makes strawberry smoothies consistently better: use frozen strawberries instead of ice. Frozen berries produce a thicker, creamier texture and a more concentrated strawberry flavor.

If you have fresh strawberries, remove the stems and freeze them ahead of time, or buy pre-frozen berries. Before blending, let them thaw slightly so they blend smoothly rather than remaining rock hard.

Serve for breakfast with homemade Vegan Donuts

Smoothie Flavors

Chocolate strawberry: Add 1 tbsp cocoa powder to the blender. For extra indulgence, stir in a touch of chocolate syrup or sprinkle mini chocolate chips on top.

Keto version: Use full-fat canned coconut milk and sweeten with erythritol, stevia, or another low-carb sweetener. Finish with coconut whipped cream if desired.

Protein boost: Stir in 1 tbsp of your favorite protein powder. Using a high-protein yogurt or milk will further increase protein content.

Vegan option: Use a plant-based milk like almond, oat, coconut, or soy milk. The recipe remains gluten-free and can be made without refined sugar.

Fruit variations: Replace up to half the strawberries with blueberries, diced pineapple, mango, or another frozen fruit. Freezing the fruit first keeps the smoothie thick and creamy.

Leftover strawberries? Try Strawberry Oatmeal Bars

Watch the video above to see how to make this strawberry smoothie

3 Ingredient Easy Strawberry Smoothie Recipe

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Strawberry Smoothies

By Katie Higgins

A quick and easy strawberry smoothie with just a few ingredients and no banana.

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Yield: 1 serving

Ingredients

2 cups frozen strawberries (270g)
2/3 cup milk of choice, orange juice, or plain/strawberry yogurt
sweetener of choice, as desired
optional: 1 tbsp cocoa powder or protein powder

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until completely smooth. If the smoothie is too thick, add more liquid a little at a time until you reach your desired consistency. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Video

Notes

Freezing the strawberries eliminates the need for ice, resulting in a better texture and fuller strawberry flavor. This recipe was adapted from a peanut butter banana smoothie concept.

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