Passion Fruit Tropical Shake
Prep. Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
-
Servings
2 cups
Difficulty
Easy
Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Soy-Free, dairy-free, egg-free
I put this smoothie together on a day when I wanted something refreshing but not too heavy — just a clean, naturally sweet blend with a little texture and a lot of flavor. The coconut sugar adds a subtle caramel note that plays so well with whatever fruits I have on hand, and the chia seeds give it a gentle boost without making it fussy. Whether I’m making it for myself or splitting it with someone I love (honestly, I rarely get to finish it without sharing!), it feels like a kind gesture in a glass.
Ingredients
4–5 ice cubes
1 cup mixed fruit (fresh or frozen; e.g., berries, mango, banana, or pineapple)
2 tablespoons coconut sugar
1 cup filtered water
1 tablespoon chia seeds (super food!)
Instructions
Add the ice cubes, fruit blend, coconut sugar, and filtered water to a blender.
Blend until smooth and evenly combined.
Add chia seeds and pulse briefly to mix — or let them sit a few minutes before drinking to slightly thicken.
Pour into a glass and serve immediately. Enjoy as-is, with a sprinkle of extra chia seeds on top or some whole fruits for garnish (and extra texture).
Notes
No coconut sugar? no worries! You can switch with whichever sweetener you have or prefer.
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I love ice-cream cakes, and it is so hard to find vegan ones in stores, so I knew at some point I'd want to try and whip a recipe up, but one thing that's always a factor for me is whether or not it'll be a time-consuming project or not. If I need to use my mixer, food processor or oven, it means I need to plan for more dishes and more time spent on this, and that's where I sometimes hold off on exploring and developing new recipes. I was not only aiming for an easy-to-make recipe here, but also one that requires very few ingredients and as allergen-friendly as possible. This makes it a store-in-the-freezer dessert for when I have unexpected guests, or when we are on the road and want an indulgent treat.
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