Description
A creamy and refreshing Strawberry Yogurt Smoothie made with vanilla yogurt, milk, and sweetened with maple syrup. This smoothie is quick to prepare, bursting with fresh berry flavor, and perfect for a healthy breakfast or snack.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1/2 cup milk (any kind works - skim, 2%, whole, almond)
- 1 cup vanilla yogurt (Greek vanilla preferred, but regular or plain also works)
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or honey or white sugar)
- 1 (10-12 oz) package frozen strawberries (or fresh hulled strawberries plus 4-6 ice cubes)
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients including milk, vanilla yogurt, maple syrup, and frozen or fresh strawberries. If using fresh strawberries, make sure to hull them and have ice cubes ready.
- Blend Smoothie: Place all the ingredients into a high-power blender in the order listed. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor. Alternatively, chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.
Notes
- This smoothie is naturally banana-free, making it unique and refreshing.
- You can substitute the maple syrup with honey or white sugar depending on your preference.
- If using fresh strawberries, add 4-6 ice cubes to keep the smoothie cold and refreshing.
- Adjust the amount of milk to achieve your desired smoothie thickness.
- Chill the smoothie in the fridge if you're not serving immediately, but consume within 2 hours for optimal freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 168 kcal
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 108 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 12 mg
