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Frozen Fruit Smoothie

May 16, 2023 · Written by Dannii Martin · This post may contain affiliate links which earn us commissions if purchases are made · 13 Comments

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Diet: Gluten Free / Vegetarian
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Frozen Fruit Smoothie with a text title overlay.
Frozen Fruit Smoothie with a text title overlay.

We love smoothies! But when the weather gets warmer, I find myself craving something more refreshing than my usual mix of berries and greens. That's where frozen fruit smoothies come in. Quick to make as the fruit is already prepared in the freezer, and easy to adapt.

Two glasses of pink coloured smoothie with striped drinking straws.

Frozen fruit smoothies are a delicious and easy way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. Unlike traditional smoothies, which require fresh produce, frozen fruit smoothies can be made with frozen fruits and veggies that you can keep on hand in your freezer - making them much quicker.

This means you can whip up a smoothie whenever you want, without worrying about your produce going bad - so much better for reducing food waste. Plus, frozen fruits and vegetables are often more affordable than fresh, making frozen fruit smoothies a budget-friendly option.

Looking for more smoothies recipes? Why not try our amazing Banana Date Smoothie, super nutritious Kale Smoothie, refreshing Watermelon Strawberry Smoothie or our delicious Chocolate Cherry Smoothie?

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  • Ingredients and Substitutions
  • Variations
  • How to Make a Smoothie with Frozen Fruit - Step by Step
  • Tips for Freezing Your Own Fruit
  • Why Use Frozen Fruit?
  • Extra Tips
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • More Smoothie Recipes
  • Recipe
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Ingredients and Substitutions

All the ingredients needed for this recipe with text overlay labels.

A full ingredients list, along with US Customary and Metric measurements, can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.

  • Frozen fruit - This is the star of the smoothie. We made a frozen berry smoothie but there are so many different frozen fruits you can use and we have given lots of options below.
  • Milk - This is what loosens the smoothie up. Using frozen fruit will give you a thicker smoothie, so use more milk than you think. We used a mixture of almond milk and coconut milk. The coconut milk adds an extra creaminess and a lovely tropical flavour.
  • Yogurt - This adds lots of extra creaminess.
  • Honey - You will get lots of sweetness from the fruit, but we wanted a little extra so added some honey. You could swap it for maple syrup.
  • Oats - This is an easy way to make a smoothie more filling and to make it a meal rather than a snack.

Variations

When making a frozen fruit smoothie recipe, it's important to choose the right fruits. I like to use a combination of frozen and fresh fruits to get the perfect texture, flavour and colour too. Some of my favourite fruits to use in a smoothie are:

  • Bananas
  • Strawberries
  • Raspberries
  • Papaya
  • Blackberries
  • Cherries
  • Blueberries
  • Mangoes
  • Pineapple
  • Peaches

Other ingredients we like to add to our smoothie are spinach to give it a green smoothie, your favourite protein powder to make it more filling or some nut butter for a protein boost. Chia seeds add a nice texture and extra nutrition too.

You can enjoy the smoothie as it is, or you can serve it as a smoothie bowl and add some toppings like fresh fruits, nuts, or granola for added texture and flavour.

How to Make a Smoothie with Frozen Fruit - Step by Step

Smoothie ingredients in a blender jug.
  1. Step 1: Put all of the ingredients into a blender.
Smoothie ingredients being blended.
  1. Step 2: Blend until smooth.

Tips for Freezing Your Own Fruit

You can use bags of store bought frozen fruit or you can make up your own bags ahead of time.
I like to chop my fruits into small pieces before freezing them. This makes them easier to blend and ensures that they freeze evenly.
Once the fruits are chopped, I spread them out on a baking sheet and freeze them for a few hours.

After the fruits are frozen, I transfer them to a resealable plastic bag or airtight container. This makes it easy to grab the fruits I need for my smoothie without having to thaw the entire batch. Frozen fruits can be stored in the freezer for up to six months.

Why Use Frozen Fruit?

Easy - One of the main benefits of frozen fruit smoothies is their convenience. When we are super busy on school mornings, it can be challenging to find the time to prepare healthy breakfasts.

With frozen fruit smoothies, you can quickly blend together your favourite fruits and have a nutritious meal in minutes. Plus, you don't have to worry about chopping and peeling fruits, which saves you time and effort.

Have you tried our Watermelon Slushie that uses frozen watermelon?

Cheap - Frozen fruit smoothies are also cost-effective. When you buy fresh fruits, they can be expensive, especially if they are out of season.

However, frozen fruits are often more affordable, and you can buy them in bulk. This means that you can save money on fruit while still enjoying healthy and delicious smoothies.

A pink fruit smoothie with a red and white striped drinking straw.

Extra Tips

  • If the smoothie is too thick, add more liquid. If it's too thin, add more fruit.
  • You don't have to use milk for the liquid, you can use juice or coconut water instead.
  • Taste the smoothie before serving. You can always add some extra sweetness.
  • 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.
Two pink smoothies as viewed from above.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to store a 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.

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If you’ve tried this frozen fruit smoothie recipe, let us know how you got on in the comments below.
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Recipe

Two glasses of frozen fruit smoothie next to some frozen berries.

Frozen Fruit Smoothie

By: Dannii Martin
This frozen fruit smoothie is quick to make as the fruit is already prepared in the freezer, and it is easy to adapt too.
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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: 321kcal
Allergens:
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Ingredients

  • 400 g (1.66 cups) Frozen fruit
  • 300 ml (1.25 cups) Almond milk
  • 100 ml (0.5 cups) Coconut Milk
  • 3 tablespoon Yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon Honey
  • 30 g (0.33 cups) Oats

Instructions

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

Recipe Tips

  • If the smoothie is too thick, add more liquid. If it's too thin, add more fruit.
  • You don't have to use milk for the liquid, you can use juice or coconut water instead.
  • Taste the smoothie before serving. You can always add some extra sweetness.
  • 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.
  • To ensure this recipe is definitely gluten free, use oats that are certified gluten free.

Nutritional Information

Serving: 1portion | Calories: 321kcal | Carbohydrates: 46g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 224mg | Potassium: 305mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 27g | Vitamin A: 93IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 249mg | Iron: 3mg

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.

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Comments

  1. Angela says

    May 23, 2023 at 8:27 pm

    5 stars
    Saving this for all of my smoothie recipes! I love that you added rolled oats and yogurt to this. So good!

    Reply
  2. TAYLER ROSS says

    May 23, 2023 at 7:30 pm

    5 stars
    I made one of these smoothies for breakfast this morning and it was delicious! The perfect way to start my day!

    Reply
  3. dina and bruce miller says

    May 23, 2023 at 6:49 pm

    5 stars
    Okay, I have never thought to put oats in a smoothie. Pure genius! I only had almond milk, but had frozen blueberries and strawberries, and this was not only good, but my favorite color! PINK!

    Reply
  4. dana says

    May 23, 2023 at 6:29 pm

    5 stars
    Love how nutritious this is, and it's so tasty! My kiddo loves it too, which is a win.

    Reply
  5. Neha says

    May 22, 2023 at 11:32 pm

    Oh I make frozen fruit smoothies all the time and now I am excited to try your recipe! It looks so refreshing and good.

    Reply
  6. veenaazmanov says

    May 22, 2023 at 8:54 pm

    5 stars
    Frozen Fruits will definitely help in making life simple and easy and quick too. This smoothie is a combination of all the healthy ingredients. The color looks awesome.

    Reply
  7. Justine says

    May 22, 2023 at 8:12 pm

    5 stars
    smoothies are the best - this one was so good, I loved the oats in it!

    Reply
  8. Nathan says

    May 22, 2023 at 8:11 pm

    5 stars
    Love these smoothies, super easy to make them from any kind of frozen fruit! I suspect this will become a go-to summer recipe for me. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  9. Jen Vinuya says

    May 22, 2023 at 5:23 pm

    5 stars
    This is such an amazing smoothie! Perfect day starter!

    Reply
  10. Cynthia says

    May 22, 2023 at 5:07 pm

    5 stars
    Gorgeous smoothie! Healthy, simple and delicious. Perfect grab and go breakfast!

    Reply
  11. Janessa says

    May 22, 2023 at 5:01 pm

    5 stars
    This was delicious and I love that I can use frozen fruit since I don't always have fresh on hand.

    Reply
  12. Katie says

    May 22, 2023 at 4:40 pm

    5 stars
    I really liked the addition of coconut milk. Not only does it add the creaminess you mentioned, but I think the fat helped me stay full. Thanks for all your tips and the great recipe.

    Reply
    • Holley says

      May 22, 2023 at 7:58 pm

      5 stars
      I love how cold and refreshing this smoothie is! This is my breakfast go-to!

      Reply
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