Cranberry Smoothie
This vibrant cranberry smoothie is tart, naturally sweetened, and packed with fruity flavor. Blended with apple, pecans, and cinnamon, it makes a refreshing and nourishing breakfast or snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- ¾ cup (75 grams) frozen cranberries (or fresh cranberries with a handful of ice)
- 1 large apple, cored and chopped into chunks
- 1 small handful (about 2 tablespoons) raw pecans or walnuts, or 2 tablespoons nut butter
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or agave
- 1 cup (240 mls) dairy-free milk
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Serve immediately. The smoothie will continue to thicken slightly as it sits.
Notes
- For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter instead of pecans or walnuts.
- If using fresh cranberries, add a handful of ice for a colder smoothie.
- Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more maple syrup or agave if desired.
- This smoothie is best enjoyed fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 140 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Find it online: https://yumfamilyrecipes.com/cranberry-smoothie/
