What better way to start the day during the festive season than with a Christmas Spiced Cranberry Smoothie? A nutrient dense, vibrant and dairy-free smoothie, it is bursting with cinnamon and ginger to give it that festive edge. The perfect winter smoothie and a delicious way to use cranberries.
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If there is one ingredient that screams Christmas, it's cranberries. Make a sauce with them, put them in some porridge, add them to salads, it's all good.
But they are also delicious in a winter smoothie and just look at the colour they give it! A smoothie with cranberries is the only way to go at Christmas time.
We would usually add milk to a smoothie, but seeing as we were going with a festive twist, we thought we would make a cranberry juice smoothie, which gives it even more of a cranberry boost!
There are only 169 calories per serving in this, making it a delicious low calorie smoothie option.
Also, have a look at our collection of 25 of the best Christmas Drinks.
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Ingredients and Substitutions
A full ingredients list, along with US Customary and Metric measurements, can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.
- Cranberries - Fresh cranberries add lots of colour and flavour to this winter smoothie. You can only usually find them in stores during the Christmas season, so frozen cranberries can be used the rest of the year.
- Cranberry juice
- Bananas - You could use frozen bananas to make it thicker and colder.
- Strawberries - An easy way to add more fruit, and also add to the vibrant flavour.
- Cinnamon and Ginger - Adjust to suit your own tastes.
Cranberry Smoothie Variations
The great thing about smoothies is that they are so easy to adapt with different fruits and various add-ins. Here are some of our favourite ways to mix it up:
- Protein Powder - Give this cranberry smoothie a protein boost with a scoop of your favourite protein powder. If you can get a cranberry protein powder then even better.
- Ginger - Winter is full of bugs, so why not try to keep your immune system topped up by adding some grated fresh ginger to the smoothie.
- Orange - Cranberry and orange go so well together. A little squeeze of fresh orange juice goes really well.
- Smoothie bowl - Turn this into a festive smoothie bowl by making it a little thicker, putting it in a bowl and then loading it with toppings.
Dannii's Top Tips
- You can make this a super cooling cranberry smoothie by using frozen cranberries instead.
- Add a little extra sweetness by adding a little honey, or maple syrup if you want it to be vegan.
- Too much cranberry for you? Swap the cranberry juice for milk or water and just use fresh cranberries.
Frequently Asked Questions
This is such a quick and easy recipe, so it's always best to make it fresh. However, if you have made too much or you want to make it ready for an easy breakfast the next day, then you can store it in the fridge. It will be fine for 24 hours - just make sure to give it a really good stir before serving.
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Recipe
Cranberry Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 (1) Banana
- 20 Fresh cranberries
- 6 Strawberries
- 400 ml (1.75 cups) Cranberry Juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon - ground
- 0.5 teaspoon Fresh ginger - ground
Instructions
- Put all ingredients in a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
Recipe Tips
- You can make this a super cooling smoothie by using frozen cranberries instead.
- Add a little extra sweetness by adding a little honey or maple syrup if you want it to be vegan.
- Too much cranberry for you? Swap the cranberry juice for milk or water and just use fresh cranberries.
Nutritional Information
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The 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.
As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.
Becky says
This smoothie sound so refreshing and festive too! I have never had cinnamon in a smoothie, but Christmas seems like a good time to try it.
Kacie says
I love Ocean Spray cranberry juice, it’s so refreshing! I bet it tastes great in a smoothie.
Anosa says
My sister always used to drink this brand of cranberry juice! Loving this post, what a great idea for a breakfast drink on Christmas morning. A bit different and special for christmas.
prasanna hede says
These smoothies look so delicious,plus adding cinnamon makes them apt for the Holidays too!
anna says
Perfect looking festive smoothie! And such a beautiful colour too!
Jill says
I enjoy cranberry juice and this Wholeberry juice sounds so healthy! I'll have to make these for my kids one morning during the holidays!
five little doves says
Oh that sounds amazing! I love cranberry and I love anything spiced but Ive never had it together before!
Grace Irlan says
Haha you have even got cinnamon in to a smoothie. Very festive!
Dana says
What an amazing colour this is. I haven't used juice in a smoothie, as I usually use almond milk. Cranberry juice sounds like a lovely festive alternative.
Rhian Westbury says
I love this cranberry juice and it's always a firm favourite at home. Got to love a bit of cinnamon in anything around Christmas time x
Melanie says
These Christmas Spiced Cranberry Smoothies look lush and I'l be making these over the festive period for sure x
Nina says
This sounds so refreshing but perfect for Christmas! Great recipe, I will definitely be trying this out!
Ana De- Jesus says
Ocean Spray Cranberry Juice is my favourite brand for Cranberry Juice so I can imagine that your smoothie tastes amazing
! Especially since it is spiced as well x
hannah Wood says
This is so amazing and I love smoothies so much nice to see a festive one as yes I am sure going to try this.
Leslie says
Your family must love all the festive goodies. Such a great homemaker.