Forest Berries Smoothie

Name: Forest Berries Smoothie
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 1 cup
Ingredients: 1 cup frozen mixed forest berries (such as blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, red currants); 1 banana (optional, for natural creaminess); 1 tbsp pure maple syrup; 1 cup plant-based milk (like oat or soy; for a soy- and/or gluten-free recipe, use vegan milk that is labeled as free of these allergens); 1/2 cup ice (optional, for extra chill)

Forest berries smoothie in a tall glass with metal straw, topped with blueberries and cherries, surrounded by mixed berries.

Prep. Time

10 minutes

Cook Time

Servings

1 cup

Difficulty

Easy

Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Soy-Free, egg-free, dairy-free

This forest berries smoothie is a quick blend of frozen berries, dairy-free milk, and a touch of natural sweetness. It’s an easy way to get antioxidants in at breakfast or for an afternoon pick-me-up, and it’s kid-approved in our house. We often pour it into reusable bottles for road trips or freeze it into popsicles for a simple snack.

Ingredients

1 cup frozen mixed forest berries (such as blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, red currants)

1 banana (optional, for natural creaminess)

1 tbsp pure maple syrup

1 cup plant-based milk (like oat or soy; for a soy- and/or gluten-free recipe, use vegan milk that is labeled as free of these allergens)

1/2 cup ice (optional, for extra chill)

Instructions

Add all ingredients to a blender.
Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately.

Optional: top with a few whole berries or a mint sprig.

Notes

For a soy-free option, make sure to use a soy-free plant-based milk.
Instead of Maple syrup, you can use any sweetener of your preference.

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