Winter Smoothie Blend (Print View)

A vibrant winter drink packed with seasonal fruits and warming spices for a refreshing boost.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 1 large ripe pear, cored and chopped

02 - 1 small apple, cored and chopped

03 - 1 ripe banana, peeled

04 - ½ cup frozen cranberries or mixed berries

05 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or dairy milk if preferred)

06 - ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (plant-based for dairy-free option)

07 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup

08 - ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

09 - ¼ teaspoon ground ginger

10 - ⅛ teaspoon ground nutmeg

11 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed

12 - 1 tablespoon rolled oats

01 - Place all ingredients into a high-powered blender in the order listed.

02 - Blend on high speed for 45 to 60 seconds, until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

03 - Taste the blend and modify sweetness or spices according to preference.

04 - Divide into two glasses and serve at once. For a colder option, add ice cubes before blending.

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It tastes indulgent and warming without feeling heavy or overly sweet.
You can blend it in under 10 minutes, making it perfect for rushed mornings.
The spices actually work—you'll feel like you're doing something good for yourself.

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Frozen fruit is non-negotiable here; it chills the smoothie without diluting it with ice water as it melts.
Don't let the spices intimidate you—they're what separate this from a basic fruit smoothie and they're forgiving enough that even if you go a little heavy, it still tastes like comfort.
Overblending is your only real enemy; go just until smooth and stop, or you'll end up with something that feels grainy rather than creamy.

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The order you add ingredients matters more than you'd think—liquid first means the frozen fruit doesn't just sit at the bottom getting lonely while the blades spin.
If your blender seems to be struggling, stop and use a spoon handle to nudge things down before blending again; forcing it only makes the motor work harder and creates an uneven texture.