This raspberry vanilla yogurt smoothie is creamy, tangy, and lightly sweet with the prettiest berry color. Greek yogurt gives it a rich, smooth texture, banana adds natural sweetness, and almond butter makes the blend taste extra cozy. It is a simple high protein smoothie idea for breakfast, a quick snack, or a fresh fruit sip when you want something bright and satisfying.
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen raspberries
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 medium banana, fresh or frozen
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup, optional
- 1/2 cup ice, optional, for a thicker smoothie
Frozen raspberries work especially well because they make the smoothie cold and thick without needing too much ice. If your banana is very ripe, you may not need any added sweetener.
How To Make It
Add the almond milk to the blender first. This helps the blades move easily and keeps the yogurt from sticking at the bottom. Add the Greek yogurt, frozen raspberries, banana, almond butter, vanilla extract, and honey or maple syrup if using.
Blend on high until the smoothie is completely creamy, about 30 to 60 seconds. If the mixture is too thick, add another splash of almond milk and blend again. If you want it frostier, add the ice and blend until smooth.
Taste before pouring. For a tangier smoothie, add a few extra raspberries. For a sweeter smoothie, add a little more banana or a small drizzle of honey. Pour into a glass and enjoy right away while it is cold, creamy, and fresh.
Tips
Use frozen banana for a milkshake-like texture. It makes the smoothie thicker and extra smooth, especially when paired with Greek yogurt.
Choose plain Greek yogurt if you like controlling the sweetness. Vanilla Greek yogurt also works, but you may want to skip the added sweetener and reduce the vanilla extract.
For a thinner smoothie, add almond milk one tablespoon at a time until it reaches your favorite consistency. For a spoonable smoothie bowl, use only 1/3 cup almond milk and top with granola, sliced banana, or extra raspberries.
If raspberry seeds bother you, blend the smoothie a little longer than usual. You can also use a high-speed blender for the smoothest finish.
This raspberry vanilla yogurt smoothie is a cheerful, creamy blend you will want to make again.