Winter Smoothie Blend (Printable)

A vibrant blend of seasonal fruits, warming spices, and creamy almond milk for a healthy boost.

# Ingredient List:

→ Fruits

01 - 1 large ripe pear, cored and chopped
02 - 1 small apple, cored and chopped
03 - 1 ripe banana, peeled
04 - ½ cup frozen cranberries or mixed berries

→ Liquids and Dairy Alternatives

05 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or dairy milk as preferred)
06 - ½ cup plain Greek yogurt or plant-based yogurt for dairy-free option

→ Sweeteners and Spices

07 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
08 - ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
09 - ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
10 - ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg

→ Optional Add-ins

11 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed
12 - 1 tablespoon rolled oats

# How to Make:

01 - Add all ingredients to a high-powered blender in the sequence listed.
02 - Blend on high speed for 45 to 60 seconds until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
03 - Sample and modify sweetness or spice levels according to preference.
04 - Pour the smoothie into two glasses and serve immediately; optionally add ice cubes before blending for a colder texture.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes like dessert but actually makes you feel energized instead of crashed.
  • You can make it in under five minutes on mornings when you're barely awake.
  • The warming spices hit different when it's cold outside—it's like drinking a hug.
  • It's forgiving enough to adapt based on whatever fruit you have hanging around.
02 -
  • A frozen banana will turn your smoothie grainy if it's been frozen longer than a week; fresh banana really does make a textural difference.
  • If your blender struggles, warm the almond milk slightly before blending—it helps everything incorporate without overworking the motor.
  • The spices taste muted when the smoothie is very cold, so let it sit for 30 seconds after blending before you taste it.
03 -
  • If you use a regular blender instead of a high-powered one, blend a bit longer and consider freezing the fruit ahead of time to help it break down.
  • Honey and maple syrup taste different; maple adds an earthiness while honey keeps things cleaner, so choose based on the mood you're going for.
  • A tiny pinch of sea salt at the end rounds out all the flavors and makes the spices taste more pronounced without adding saltiness.

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