Cranberry Orange Smoothie (Printable version)

Refreshing blend of cranberries and orange with creamy yogurt, perfect for a healthy start or snack.

# List of ingredients:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
02 - 1 large orange, peeled and segmented
03 - 1 ripe banana

→ Liquids

04 - 1 cup orange juice, preferably freshly squeezed
05 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt for vegan option

→ Sweeteners & Additions

06 - 1 to 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup, adjust to taste
07 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Optional

08 - 1/2 cup ice cubes for thicker, colder texture

# Directions:

01 - Add cranberries, orange segments, banana, orange juice, Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the blender.
02 - Incorporate ice cubes if a thicker texture is desired.
03 - Blend all ingredients at high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
04 - Taste the smoothie and add additional honey or maple syrup if more sweetness is preferred.
05 - Pour the smoothie into glasses and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in five minutes flat—perfect for those mornings when you need something nourishing but don't have time to fuss
  • The tart cranberries against sweet orange and banana create this sophisticated flavor that feels indulgent but is genuinely good for you
  • It's naturally beautiful, that gorgeous pink color makes breakfast feel special without any extra effort
02 -
  • Don't skip the vanilla extract—it seems small but it's the ingredient that makes people ask what's in this because it tastes more sophisticated than you'd expect from a five-minute smoothie
  • Frozen cranberries blend better than fresh and the smoothie comes out colder and thicker, which I learned after many attempts. This changes everything about the final texture and appeal.
03 -
  • Blend frozen cranberries straight from the freezer—they create a thicker, colder smoothie without needing ice cubes, and they blend more evenly than fresh
  • If your blender struggles, let your ingredients sit for just a minute after adding them so the liquid can start breaking down the berries, then blend—it makes everything go smoother

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