This raspberry banana yogurt smoothie is bright, fruity, and extra creamy thanks to ripe banana, thick Greek yogurt, and a spoonful of almond butter. It has that pretty pink smoothie-shop look, but it is simple enough to blend in a few minutes for breakfast, snack time, or a refreshing afternoon pick-me-up. The raspberries bring a lightly tart berry flavor, while the banana smooths everything out into a naturally sweet, sippable blend.
Ingredients
- 1 cup raspberries, fresh or frozen
- 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 teaspoon honey or maple syrup, optional
- 1/2 cup ice, optional for a frostier smoothie
For the creamiest texture, use a ripe banana with a few brown spots. Frozen raspberries make the smoothie colder and thicker, while fresh raspberries create a softer, lighter blend. Plain Greek yogurt keeps the flavor tangy and creamy, but vanilla Greek yogurt works if you want a sweeter smoothie.
How To Make It
Add the almond milk and Greek yogurt to the blender first. This helps the blades move easily and keeps the thick ingredients from sticking at the bottom.
Add the raspberries, banana slices, almond butter, ground flax seeds, and optional sweetener. If you are using fresh raspberries and want a colder smoothie, add the ice as well.
Blend on high for 30 to 45 seconds, or until the smoothie looks creamy and evenly pink. Stop and scrape down the sides if needed, especially if the almond butter sticks to the blender jar.
Check the texture before pouring. For a thicker smoothie, add a few more frozen raspberries or a little extra banana. For a thinner smoothie, blend in another splash of almond milk. Pour into one large glass or two small glasses and enjoy right away.
Tips
Use frozen raspberries for a thicker, colder smoothie without needing much ice. If your blender is smaller or less powerful, let frozen berries sit on the counter for 5 minutes before blending.
Choose a ripe banana for the best sweetness and creamy texture. If your banana is not very sweet, the optional honey or maple syrup can round out the tart raspberry flavor.
Ground flax seeds blend more smoothly than whole flax seeds and add a slightly nutty flavor that works well with almond butter. You can also use peanut butter or cashew butter if that is what you have.
If you are making this smoothie for later, store it in a sealed jar in the refrigerator and shake well before drinking. The color and texture are best when freshly blended, but it can still be convenient for a quick grab-and-sip option.
Blend it, pour it, and enjoy every creamy berry-banana sip!