This creamy raspberry yogurt smoothie is a bright, tangy, naturally sweet blend made with raspberries, banana, Greek yogurt, almond butter, and flax seeds. It has that lovely pink color Pinterest loves, plus a thick, spoonable texture that still sips easily through a straw. The banana smooths out the tart berries, while the yogurt and almond butter make it feel extra satisfying for breakfast, an afternoon snack, or a quick high-protein smoothie idea.
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen raspberries
- 1 medium ripe banana, sliced
- 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk, plus more as needed
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 1 tablespoon ground flax seeds
- 1 to 2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup, optional
- 1/2 cup ice, optional for a frostier smoothie
How To Make It
Add the almond milk to the blender first. This helps the blades move smoothly and keeps the yogurt from sticking at the bottom.
Add the Greek yogurt, frozen raspberries, banana, almond butter, ground flax seeds, and optional sweetener. Blend on high until the mixture looks creamy, pink, and fully combined. If the smoothie is too thick, pour in another splash of almond milk and blend again.
Taste and adjust before serving. If your raspberries are extra tart, add a small drizzle of honey or maple syrup. If you want a colder, thicker smoothie, blend in the ice at the end.
Pour into one large glass or two smaller glasses. For a pretty finish, top with a few raspberries, a thin banana slice, or a tiny sprinkle of flax seeds.
Tips
Use frozen raspberries for the thickest texture and the best chilled smoothie consistency. Fresh raspberries work too, but you may want to add ice to keep the drink frosty.
A ripe banana is key because it adds natural sweetness and makes the smoothie creamy without needing much extra sweetener. If your banana is very small, add a few extra slices.
Plain Greek yogurt keeps the flavor tangy and balanced, but vanilla Greek yogurt can make the smoothie sweeter and more dessert-like. If using vanilla yogurt, taste before adding honey or maple syrup.
For a thinner smoothie, add almond milk one tablespoon at a time. For a thicker smoothie bowl, use only 1/3 cup almond milk and serve it with granola, sliced banana, or extra berries on top.
Blend it up and enjoy a cheerful berry smoothie that is creamy, simple, and delicious!