Layered Berry Smoothie is a vibrant, delicious drink you can enjoy any time of day. Its stunning color layers are perfect for patriotic occasions. I love how easy it is to customize with your favorite ingredients.
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Layered Berry Smoothie Recipe
A layered berry smoothie is made by blending different fruit layers separately and then carefully layering them in a glass to create a colorful, distinct striped effect. You can use different berry blends or combinations with other fruits, yogurt, or superfoods.
This beverage offers a balance of antioxidants, protein, and fiber. It’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a post-workout snack. It pairs well with light breakfast foods like granola bars, muesli, or oatmeal, adding texture and fiber. Fresh fruits such as kiwi, mango, or berries, nuts, and seeds are great choices.
For a protein boost, try pairing the smoothie with yogurt, chia pudding, avocado toast, egg dishes, or vegan breakfast bowls. Healthy snacks like raw granola, almond butter, or whole-grain toast. You can enjoy it with vegan or paleo treats like chocolate hazelnut spreads or fruit-based desserts.
Here’s how to make the layered berry smoothie:
Layered Berry Smoothie with yogurt
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Ingredients
Red Layer
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 cup frozen raspberries
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 cup water if needed
White Layer
- 1 cup vanilla Greek yogurt
- 1/2 frozen banana
- 1/4 cup milk dairy or plant-based
Blue Layer
- 1 cup frozen blueberries
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/4 cup water if needed
Instructions
Prepare the Red Layer
- In a blender, combine strawberries, raspberries, yogurt, and honey.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Add water gradually if the mixture is too thick.
- Pour the red layer into two clear glasses and place them in the freezer for about 5 minutes to firm up while preparing the next layer.
Prepare the White Layer
- Rinse the blender, then add vanilla yogurt, banana, and milk.
- Blend until smooth.
- Slowly pour the white layer over the frozen red layer, using the back of a spoon to help layer gently.
- Return glasses to the freezer for another 5 minutes to set.
Prepare the Blue Layer
- Clean the blender again, then add blueberries, yogurt, honey, and water.
- Blend until well combined.
- Carefully pour the blue layer over the white layer, once again using the back of a spoon for a neat separation.
- Top with a dollop of whipped cream, a few fresh blueberries, and a raspberry. Serve immediately!
Notes
- To maintain the layered effect, make sure each layer is slightly frozen before adding the next.
- For a vegan option, replace Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt and milk with almond or soy milk.
- To reduce sugar, omit honey or use a sugar substitute.
- Use the back of a spoon to help the layers stay separate when pouring.
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Variations
Here are some notable types and ideas for layered berry smoothies:
- Rainbow Layered Smoothie features multiple colorful layers. Layers might include red berries, orange peaches/mango, yellow pineapple, green spinach blends, blue with food coloring, purple mixed berries, and magenta with beets. This creates a visually stunning, nutrient-rich smoothie perfect for celebrations.
- Parfait-style Layered Smoothie with Chia Pudding adds texture and nutrition. The smoothie is thickened with frozen berries and grapes. The chia pudding is made with Greek yogurt, milk, maple syrup, and almond extract. The layers are chilled to keep them distinct.
- Two-layer Smoothie combines a banana bread flavored smoothie with a blueberry smoothie. Both layers use ingredients like oats, walnuts, almond butter, dates, and spices like cinnamon and vanilla to add complexity and nutrition.
- Dessert-Inspired Layered Smoothie combines cherry pie filling, vanilla yogurt, cheesecake-flavored yogurt, crushed graham crackers, and blueberry compote.
- Choco-Berry Dream Smoothie features chocolate, cream, and berry layers. It uses cocoa powder, banana, chocolate protein powder, and almond milk for the chocolate layer. The cream layer is made with vanilla Greek yogurt, a splash of coconut milk. The last layer includes mixed berries, yogurt, and a splash of pomegranate juice.