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    Hungry Healthy Happy » Recipes » Drinks

    Blackberry Smoothie

    Published: Apr 24, 2023 by Dannii · This post may contain affiliate links · 10 Comments

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    Diet: Gluten Free / Vegetarian
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    Blackberry smoothie with a text title overlay.

    A blackberry smoothie is a delicious way to start the day and just look at the colour of it! A vibrant smoothie that is easy to adapt and packed full of flavour. Bright and refreshing and some added protein too.

    Two purple coloured smoothies in tall glasses with blackberries scattered around.

    It's smoothie season and this blackberry smoothie recipe is one of our go-tos. The kids LOVE it, because of the colour and the addition of Greek yogurt makes it filling too. Make it with fresh or frozen blackberries, it has the most beautiful purple colour.

    If you are looking for more blackberry recipes, why not try our Apple and Blackberry Crumble? Total comfort food.

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    • Why you will love it
    • Ingredients and substitutions
    • How to make a blackberry smoothie - Step by step
    • Health benefits of blackberries
    • Variations
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Extra tips
    • More smoothie recipes
    • Recipe
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    Why you will love it

    • Quick and easy - This takes just a couple of minutes to throw together and then let your blender do all the hard work.
    • Adaptable - Use this blackberry smoothie recipe as a base and then adapt it with our suggestions below. You could also add spinach for a green veggie boost.
    • A delicious way to use blackberries - If you love blackberries or maybe you have managed to forage a lot, then this is a good way to use it up so nothing goes to waste.

    Ingredients and substitutions

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    • Blackberries - The star of the smoothie and what gives it that incredible colour. You can use frozen or fresh. When picking fresh blackberries, look for bright deep coloured berries.
    • Banana - An easy way to thicken a smoothie and add some sweetness too. If you really don't like banana, you could add some frozen mango instead.
    • Yogurt - This helps to thicken the smoothie and make it extra creamy too and also gives it a protein boost.
    • Milk - This is the majority of the liquid for the smoothie. You could use any milk, or even swap it for water if you prefer. Coconut water adds a lovely flavour.
    • Honey - This is optional, but if your banana is not very ripe, then you might want to add some extra sweetness as blackberries are quite tart. You could swap it for maple syrup or another liquid sweetener or blend in some dates for more natural sweetness.
    • Chia seeds - Another way to add a little protein boost. You could add flax seeds too.
    • Ice - This adds some liquid and also makes it extra refreshing.

    A full ingredients list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

    How to make a blackberry smoothie - Step by step

    One: Put all of the ingredients into a blender jug.

    Blackberry smoothie ingredients in a blender jug.

    Two: Blend until smooth.

    Blended purple smoothie in a blender jug.

    Health benefits of blackberries

    Blackberries are a good source of vitamin C, with one cup of raw blackberries has containing 30 milligrams, which is half your recommended daily amount. Vitamin C is integral to collagen formation in bones, connective tissue, and blood vessels and can help wounds to heal. They are also high in fibre and a good source of Vitamin K too.

    We should all be trying to include more purples foods like blackberries, aubergines and red cabbage into our diet because they are high in anthocyanins, which are natural plant pigments that provide foods with their unique colour. Studies have shown that anthocyanins may benefit brain health, help to lower inflammation, and fight cancer and heart disease.

    A blackberry floating on top of a purple smoothie.

    Variations

    What we love about smoothies is how easy to adapt they are. Firstly, you can use frozen banana and frozen blackberries instead of fresh, which will make this blackberry smoothie super refreshing - perfect for hot summer mornings. If you do use frozen fruit, you can leave out the ice cubes.

    You can add a whole mixture of berries to this smoothie, like strawberries, raspberries and blueberries, but you won't have the same vibrant colour.

    We added some Greek yogurt for a protein boost and to thicken it a little, but you could use some protein powder if you wanted to make it more filling.

    You can also make blackberry smoothie bowls with this recipe by making it a bit thicker with more yogurt and less milk and pouring it into a bowl and adding toppings like granola, seeds, nuts, and fresh fruits.

    Two purple smoothies as viewed from above.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How to store a blackberry smoothie

    If you have any leftovers, then you can keep it in mason jars or a glass container with an airtight lid in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Try to fill the container to the top to avoid extra air which will cause the smoothie to oxidise. We wouldn't recommend freezing this.

    How to make a vegan smoothie?

    For a vegan version of this, use a plant based milk and yogurt and swap the honey for maple syrup.

    What blender to use?

    We LOVE our Ninja 3-in-1 blender. It is fast, powerful and has a whole host of features.

    Can I make this in advance?

    Yes, you can by following our instructions for Make Ahead Smoothie Packs.

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    Extra tips

    • Add a tiny bit of apple cider vinegar to bring out all the sweetness of the fruit.
    • For some added healthy fats, you can either add some avocado, or nut butter. It adds some creaminess too.
    • If you looking for some extra flavour, why not add a little grated ginger to this smoothie?
    • If storing leftovers of the smoothie, give it a good shake or a little blend again before serving.

    More smoothie recipes

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      Grapefruit Smoothie
    • Two glasses of pear smoothie topped with slices of pear.
      Pear Smoothie
    • Two glasses of frozen fruit smoothie next to some frozen berries.
      Frozen Fruit Smoothie
    • Peach Smoothie in glasses surrounded by mint leaves and peach halves.
      Peach Smoothie

    If you’ve tried this blackberry Smoothie recipe, let us know how you got on in the comments below.
    Tag us in your creations on Instagram @hungryhealthyhappy - Use the hashtag #hungryhealthyhappy too.

    Recipe

    Two glasses of blackberry smoothie in front of a yellow towel.

    Blackberry Smoothie

    By: Dannii
    A blackberry smoothie is a delicious way to start the day. A vibrant smoothie that is easy to adapt and packed full of flavour.
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    Gluten Free
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    Vegetarian
    5 from 14 votes
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    Course: Breakfast, Drinks
    Cuisine: British
    Prep: 2 minutes mins
    Total: 2 minutes mins
    Servings: 2 servings
    Calories: 281kcal
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    Ingredients

    • 200 g (2 cups) Blackberries
    • 1 Banana
    • 100 g (0.5 cups) Yogurt
    • 1 tablespoon Honey
    • 300 ml (1.25 cups) Milk
    • 1 tablespoon Chia seeds
    • Ice

    Instructions

    • Put all of the ingredients into a blender jug.
    • Blend until smooth.

    Notes

    • Add a tiny bit of apple cider vinegar to bring out all the sweetness of the fruit.
    • For some added healthy fats, you can either add some avocado, or nut butter. It adds some creaminess too.
    • If you looking for some extra flavour, why not add a little grated ginger to this smoothie?
    • If storing leftovers of the smoothie, give it a good shake or a little blend again before serving.

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1portion | Calories: 281kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 21mg | Sodium: 80mg | Potassium: 706mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 30g | Vitamin A: 508IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 317mg | Iron: 1mg
    DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

     

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    Comments

    1. Tara

      May 03, 2023 at 3:18 pm

      5 stars
      Such a beautiful vibrant color! This smoothie looks absolutely amazing and I love how easily it comes together.

      Reply
    2. Katherine

      May 03, 2023 at 2:59 pm

      5 stars
      Such a tasty smoothie - and it looks so pretty!

      Reply
    3. Lily

      May 03, 2023 at 2:54 pm

      5 stars
      So easy and straightforward to make. I substituted maple syrup for honey and used frozen blackberries and a frozen banana. It's like a healthy sweet treat, yummmm!

      Reply
    4. Sandhya S

      May 03, 2023 at 2:26 pm

      5 stars
      This Blackberry smoothie is my new favorite breakfast drink! So delicious..

      Reply
    5. Toni

      May 03, 2023 at 2:11 pm

      5 stars
      I love this!! Such an amazing day starter! Can't wait to make it again!

      Reply
    6. Chenee

      May 03, 2023 at 11:38 am

      5 stars
      This looks like the perfect post workout smoothie idea! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    7. Kim

      May 03, 2023 at 11:37 am

      5 stars
      I feel like blackberries are so underrated. They're one of my favorite fruits. This looks so good!

      Reply
    8. Amanda

      May 03, 2023 at 10:49 am

      5 stars
      The colour of this smoothie is amazing. Such a great way to get your fruit intake.

      Reply
    9. Katherine

      May 03, 2023 at 10:19 am

      5 stars
      This is so pretty! That colour is incredible. I love the taste of blackberries so must get some and give this smoothie a try!

      Reply
    10. Helen

      May 03, 2023 at 9:53 am

      5 stars
      Love the colour of this smoothie! What a delicious breakfast :-)

      Reply

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