How to Make a Yogurt Smoothie

Making a Fruit Smoothie

Place 1 cup (250 grams) of plain yogurt into a blender. You can use nonfat, low-fat, or regular yogurt. You can even use Greek yogurt, but make sure that it is not flavored; this will allow you to control the flavor of your smoothie.

Add 1 cup (100 to 200 grams) of fruit. Cut larger types of fruit, such as bananas, strawberries, and peaches into smaller pieces to make them easier to blend. Leave berries as they are. Remember to cut out any leaves, seeds, and pits. You can use fresh fruit or frozen fruit. If you are using fresh fruit, you may need to add some ice later on to make the smoothie thicker. If you are using frozen fruit, you won't need to add any ice. Listed below are popular fruit options: Berries, including: blackberries, blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries Tropical fruits, such as: mango, papaya, and pineapple Pitted fruits, such as peaches and nectarines Bananas are classical, especially when combined with strawberries

Pour in ¼ cup (60 milliliters) of milk you like your smoothies thin. You can also use a fruit juice (such as orange juice), but milk will affect the flavor of the smoothie the least.

Add 1 to 2 cups (100 to 200 grams) of ice if you like your smoothies thick. If you are using frozen fruit, you probably won't need to add any ice.

Consider adding some extras for extra nutrition or flavor. Yogurt smoothies are pretty healthy by themselves, but you can make them even healthier (or tastier) by adding in some extras. They are not necessary, but they can brink your yogurt smoothie to the next level. Here are some ideas to get you started: 1 scoop of protein powder 1 to 2 teaspoons (5 to 10 grams) of wheat germ or flaxseed 1 to 2 pinches of ground cinnamon or nutmeg ½ teaspoon (2.5 grams) grated citrus peel

Top off with 1 tablespoon (15 grams) of honey if you like your smoothies sweet. For extra flavor, add ½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) of vanilla extract.

Close the blender, and blend the ingredients until they are smooth. This will take about 2 to 3 minutes, depending on what sorts of fruit you are using and whether or not you added ice. From time to time, you will need to open the blender, and push the ingredients down the sides with a spatula; this will help blend things more evenly and prevent any chunks.

Pour the smoothie into a tall glass and serve. Use a spatula to help guide the smoothie into the glass. Be sure to scrape the sides of the blender clean so that you don't waste any smoothie goodness. For a fancy touch, garnish it with a piece of cut fruit (such as a strawberry or banana slice) or a sprinkle of cinnamon. You can also use mint or basil leaves instead.

Finished.

Trying Variations

Make a simple yogurt smoothie using flavoring instead of fruit. In a blender, combine 1 cup (250 grams) of yogurt and ½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) flavoring, such as vanilla extract, cocoa powder, or strawberry syrup. For extra sweetness, add 2 teaspoons (10 grams) honey or sugar. Blend until smooth, then pour into tall glasses, and serve.

Try a classic banana-strawberry smoothie. In a blender, combine 1 cup (250 grams) of yogurt with 1 cup (200 grams) of strawberries, and 1 sliced banana. For extra sweetness, add a drizzle of honey. Blend until smooth, and serve in a tall glass. For a thicker smoothie, use frozen strawberries instead.

Add some oats and orange juice for a tasty breakfast smoothie. In a blender, pulse ½ cups (40 grams) of old-fashioned oats until they finely ground. Add ¾ cup (180 milliliters) of orange juice, ½ cup (100 grams) of strawberries, and ½ cup (125 grams) yogurt. For extra sweetness, add 1 tablespoon (15 grams) of honey. Blend until smooth, then pour into tall glasses and serve. For a thicker smoothie, use frozen strawberries instead. The oats need to be dry, not cooked.

Try a ginger banana smoothie to sooth indigestion and nausea. In a blender, combine 1 sliced banana, ¾ cup (190 grams) vanilla yogurt, 1 tablespoon (15 grams) honey, and ½ teaspoon (2.5 grams) fresh, grated ginger. Blend until smooth, then pour into a tall glass and serve.

Try an orange and cream flavored smoothie if you like orange creamsicles. In a blender, combine 1 peeled orange and ¼ cup (65 grams) yogurt. Add 2 tablespoons (30 grams) frozen orange juice concentrate, ¼ teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) vanilla extract, and 4 ice cubes. Blend until smooth, then pour into tall glasses and serve.

Try a pineapple-based smoothie for something tropical and refreshing. In a blender, combine 1 cup (250 grams) vanilla yogurt and 6 ice cubes. Blend until the ice is broken up into chunks, then add 1 cup (225 grams) of pineapple chunks. Blend until smooth, then pour into tall glasses and serve.

Combine different fruits to make a Tutti-Frutti smoothie. In a blender, combine ½ cup (50 to 100 grams) of frozen berries or strawberries, ½ cup (115 grams) of crushed pineapple, ½ cup (125 grams) yogurt, and ½ cup (120 milliliters) of orange juice. Add half of a banana, sliced, and blend until smooth, about 2 minutes. Pour into tall glasses and serve.

Go tropical with pineapples, mangos, and bananas. In a blender, combine 1 cup (225 grams) of pineapple chunks, 1 cup (250 grams) of vanilla yogurt, 1 mango (peeled and cut into chunks), and 1 sliced banana. Blend until smooth, then add enough ice to fill 4 cups (950 milliliters). Keep blending until smooth, then pour into tall glasses, and serve. For a thicker smoothie, try frozen vanilla yogurt instead.