Pioneer Woman Blueberry Yogurt Smoothie Try It

Pioneer Woman blueberry yogurt smoothie try it takes 5 minutes and plain yogurt, blueberries and a dash of honey to make a thick, creamy blender drink. This easy healthy breakfast smoothie fits busy summer mornings, afternoon snack breaks and hot cookout days when everyone wants something cold.

Taste the smoothie before you pour it, because blueberries vary in sweetness and a dash of honey is easier to add than to take out. Skip that check and you may end up with a drink that's too tart or too sweet.

Plain unflavored yogurt is the base, so the blueberries stay the star and you control the sweetness with honey. A handful of ice turns it into a thick, milkshake-like drink, and leaving out the milk makes it even thicker.

Pioneer Woman Blueberry Yogurt Smoothie Try It

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Course: BeverageCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

1

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Cooking timeminutes

Calories

250

kcal

Yogurt, blueberries, milk and ice blend into a thick, frosty drink with a deep violet color. A little honey rounds out the tartness without hiding the fruit.

Ingredients

• 1 c. Plain, Unflavored Yogurt
  

• 1 c. Fruit (your Choice - Blueberries, Peaches, Pineapple, Etc)
  

• 1/4 c. Milk
  

• 1 dash Honey
  

• Ice
  

Directions

• Add the ingredients: Place 1 cup plain yogurt, 1 cup blueberries, 1/4 cup milk, a handful of ice and a dash of honey in a blender. Pack the ice in last so the blades pull everything down evenly.
• Blend until smooth: Blend until the smoothie is completely smooth and thick. Stop and stir once if any fruit gets stuck near the top.
• Taste and sweeten: Give it a quick taste to check the sweetness. Then add a little more honey if it needs it and blend for a few seconds.
• Pour and enjoy: Pour the smoothie into a tall glass right away while it's cold and thick. It tastes best fresh, so drink it before the ice melts.

Tools for this recipe

• Vitamix E310 blender, Pyrex 2-cup glass measuring cup. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

FAQs

Can I use other fruit instead of blueberries?

Yes, since peaches, pineapple, bananas, strawberries and melon all work well in this smoothie. Just keep the amount at 1 cup, and taste before adding honey because some fruits are sweeter than others.

How do I make the smoothie thicker or thinner?

For a thicker smoothie, leave out the milk and add a little more ice. If it's too thick to blend, add a splash of milk at a time until it moves freely.

Can I make this smoothie ahead of time?

It's best fresh, because the ice melts and the smoothie thins out as it sits. If you need to prep ahead, measure the yogurt and fruit into the blender jar and keep it in the fridge. Then add the ice and blend when you're ready.

What can I use instead of honey?

Fruit juice works for sweetness, though it thins the smoothie more than honey does. A ripe banana is another good option, since it adds sweetness and makes the texture creamier.

What's the most common smoothie mistake?

Adding too much milk is the usual problem, because it turns a thick smoothie into a watery drink. Start with the 1/4 cup, then add a little more only if the blender needs it.