Raspberry Cream Smoothie

A creamy raspberry smoothie that’s quick to make and perfect for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up. For more smoothie ideas, check out 10 refreshing plant-based smoothies for inspiration.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This smoothie blends tart raspberries with creamy yogurt for a silky, balanced drink. It’s simple, fridge-friendly, and easy to customize—see our best fruit smoothie recipes for more flavor ideas.

Ingredients

• 1 cup frozen raspberries
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (or vanilla yogurt)
• 1/2 cup milk (dairy or unsweetened almond milk)
• 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup ice (optional for extra thickness)
• 1/2 ripe banana (optional for extra creaminess)

How to Make This Recipe

1. Add frozen raspberries, yogurt, milk, honey, and vanilla to a blender.
2. Blend on high until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides if needed.
3. Add ice or banana and blend again to reach your preferred thickness.
4. Taste and adjust sweetness or milk to thin. Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
   For a super-fast two-ingredient idea, try a similar method like this two-minute frozen fruit smoothie.

Health Benefits

• Uses fruit for natural sweetness and flavor.
• Greek yogurt adds protein and a creamy texture.
• Hydrating and easy to sip on the go.
• Customizable to include extra fiber or healthy fats.

Tips & Variations

• Swap plain Greek yogurt for coconut yogurt to make it dairy-free.
• Add a tablespoon of nut butter for more richness.
• Toss in a handful of spinach for a color and nutrient boost (the berry taste still comes through).
• Use frozen strawberries or mixed berries for a different flavor.
• For extra creaminess, replace 1/4 cup milk with heavy cream or coconut cream.

Storage & Make-Ahead Tips

• Best when fresh; drink immediately for the best texture and flavor.
• Store in the fridge up to 24 hours in an airtight container; shake or stir before drinking.
• Freeze extra portions in ice cube trays or silicone molds and blend later for a quick smoothie pack.
• To prepare ahead, freeze fruit in single-portion bags so you can blend straight from the freezer.

FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen raspberries?
A: Yes—frozen raspberries are perfect and give the smoothie a thick, cold texture.

Q: Can I make this vegan?
A: Swap yogurt for coconut or soy yogurt and use maple syrup instead of honey.

Q: How do I make it thinner or thicker?
A: Add more milk to thin or more frozen fruit/ice or banana to thicken.

Final Thoughts

Give this raspberry cream smoothie a try for a simple, satisfying drink any time of day. For a banana-free take, you might also like this Creamy Raspberry Smoothie Recipe (Without Banana), and for another quick option see a 2 Minute Creamy Raspberry Smoothie.