5 Healthy Breakfast Smoothie Recipes (With Make-Ahead Tips!)
Starting your day with a nutritious breakfast smoothie is one of the easiest ways to fuel your body with vitamins, protein, and energy. These five healthy smoothie recipes are perfect for any schedule. Choose from creamy chocolate cherry to refreshing tropical flavors.
How to Make Any Smoothie Perfect
Wonder about the best blending order? Always add your liquid first, then soft ingredients like banana, followed by frozen fruit. This helps everything blend smoothly without getting stuck.
Basic Method for All Smoothies
- Add liquid ingredients to the blender first.
- Add soft fruits and any powders.
- Top with frozen ingredients.
- Blend on high for 60-90 seconds until smooth.
- Add more liquid as needed for the desired consistency.
1.) Chocolate Cherry Almond Butter Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 cup almond milk ( plus more as needed for consistency)
- 1 banana
- 1 cup frozen pitted cherries
- 2 tablespoons almond butter
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1-2 dates
- Pinch of sea salt
2.) Classic Green Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 cup orange juice ( plus more as needed for consistency)
- 1 banana
- ⅓ cup diced fresh zucchini
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup frozen mango
3.) Strawberry Banana Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 banana
- 1 ½ cups fresh (or frozen) strawberries
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (or as needed)
- 1 tablespoon hemp seeds
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
4.) Tropical Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 cup orange juice, coconut milk, or apple juice
- ½ banana
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 cup frozen mango chunks
- ½ cup fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional)
5.) Berries and Cream Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 cup almond milk
- 1 banana
- 1 cup frozen mixed berries
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
Make-Ahead Freezer Smoothie Packs
Can I prep smoothies ahead of time? Absolutely! But don't pre-blend them; that causes separation. Instead, make freezer packs.
How to Prep
Measure out all solid ingredients for each recipe
- Store in individual freezer bags
- Label with the smoothie name and date
- Freeze flat for easy stacking
- When ready: dump frozen ingredients in the blender, add liquid, yogurt, powders, and blend!
How long do freezer packs last? Up to 3 months when stored properly.
What about pre-made smoothies? Store blended smoothies in meal prep-friendly jars in the fridge for up to 24 hours. They'll separate naturally, just shake before drinking.
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Ready to Start Your Smoothie Routine?
These five recipes give you variety for the entire work week. Try prepping your freezer smoothie packs this weekend to keep you feeling energized and on track.
Which smoothie will you try first?