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    Home » Recipes » Smoothie Recipes

    Berry Almond Milk Smoothie

    Published: Sep 11, 2022 · Modified: Jan 20, 2025 · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

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    This berry almond milk smoothie makes a refreshing on-the-go breakfast or snack! It's thick, creamy, and nutritious, with just five ingredients. Vegan, dairy-free, & gluten-free.

    a glass of berry smoothie with berries on top

    We make smoothies daily in our house. It's an easy & quick way to pack in nutrients, and since most blenders are dishwasher-safe, cleanup is a breeze!

    This berry almond milk smoothie is a staple in our smoothie rotation. It's sweet and fresh, with no added sugar and plenty of feel-good nutrients.

    Almond milk is my milk of choice for smoothies. It's creamy and rich, but low in calories and sugar. I use it in everything from chocolate smoothies to fruit smoothies. If you're not a fan of almond milk, you can't even tell it's in there!

    Enjoy this almond milk smoothie for breakfast, as a snack, or even as a healthy treat!

    Ingredients

    ingredients for berry almond milk smoothie
    • Banana - Bananas are naturally sweet and creamy, which makes them a perfect base for smoothies. Choose yellow bananas that are ripe but not mushy. When a banana ripens, its starch converts to sugar and it gets sweet. Underripe bananas are bland and chalky.
    • Mixed berries - Frozen mixed berries are a combo of raspberries, blackberries, blueberries, and strawberries. It's important to use frozen fruit, because that's what makes it thick and cold without the need for ice!
    • Yogurt - Any kind of yogurt will do. I use unsweetened yogurt because I find the smoothie plenty sweet with just the banana and orange juice. If you like a sweeter smoothie, vanilla yogurt works fine too.
    • Navel orange - A squeeze of fresh navel orange juice is a must! It's so much sweeter than orange juice from the carton. If you don't have one, just add a splash of store-bought orange juice in its place.
    • Almond milk - I use unsweetened almond milk. Original almond milk has added sugar, so keep that in mind when you're looking. If you like your smoothie extra-sweet, original may be what you want.

    How to Make it

    This almond milk berry smoothie takes about 2 minutes to make!

    Put the banana, mixed berries, and yogurt into the pitcher of a blender. Squeeze the orange juice into the blender, then top with almond milk.

    a blender with berries, yogurt, banana, and almond milk

    Place the lid on tight and blend until smooth. I like a thick smoothie, but if it's a bit too thick, just add a splash more of almond milk and blend.

    a blender with mixed berry smoothie in it

    Pour into glasses and enjoy!

    Recipe Tips

    • Be sure to use frozen fruit for this recipe. It's what thickens the smoothie and makes it cold!
    • Don't add ice to the smoothie. Smoothies don't need ice to be thick, and it just makes them icy instead of smooth.
    • If the smoothie's too thick for your liking, add a splash more almond milk until you reach the desired consistency.
    • If you're dairy-free or vegan, be sure to use vegan yogurt.

    Variations

    Smoothies are easy to customize!

    • Fruit: You can swap the frozen berries with any type of frozen fruit. Try frozen strawberries, pineapple, mango, blueberries, peaches, or a combination.
    • Milk: Any plant-based milk or dairy milk will work! I prefer almond milk in my smoothies for its neutral flavor and low calorie count, but cashew milk, soy milk, or whole milk are great options too!
    • Yogurt: Any kind of yogurt works great. Or if you don't have yogurt, try cottage cheese! You won't even know it's in there.
    • Toppings: I like to add toppings to my smoothies and eat them with a spoon. Try whipped cream, cacao nibs, and granola!
    two cups of berry smoothies

    FAQs

    Is almond milk good for smoothies?

    Almond milk has a neutral flavor and creamy texture which makes it a perfect base for smoothies. It's dairy-free & vegan which makes it a great alternative for those who can't have milk. It's also low in calories and sugar, but high in antioxidants. In short, it's a great option for smoothies!

    Are smoothies better with water or almond milk?

    Water is flavorless, which means it does little for a smoothie but make it thin. Almond milk has a creamy texture, but with less calories and sugar than regular milk. It has a much better flavor and texture for smoothies than water.

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    a berry smoothie with berries on it

    Triple Berry Almond Milk Smoothie

    Carolyn
    This berry almond milk smoothie makes a refreshing on-the-go breakfast or snack! It's thick, creamy, and nutritious, with just five ingredients. Vegan, dairy-free, & gluten-free.
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 2 serving
    Calories 213 kcal

    Equipment

    • blender
    • Measuring cups

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 banana
    • 2 ½ cups frozen mixed berries
    • ⅓ cup unsweetened dairy-free yogurt or greek yogurt
    • 1 navel orange, cut in half
    • 3 ounces unsweetened almond milk

    Instructions
     

    • In the base of a blender, combine the banana, mixed berries, and yogurt. Squeeze the juice from each half of the navel orange into the blender.
    • Pour in the almond milk and blend until smooth. If the smoothies too thick for you, add a little bit more almond milk. Pour into a glass and enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 213kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 4gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 77mgPotassium: 498mgFiber: 8gSugar: 32gVitamin A: 315IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 145mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword almond milk berry smoothie, almond milk smoothie, berry almond milk smoothie, berry smoothie almond milk, fruit smoothie with almond milk, mixed berry smoothie with almond milk, smoothie with almond milk
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