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Refreshing Raspberry Almond Smoothie with fresh berries and almonds
Clara Whitley

Raspberry Almond Smoothie

A vibrant and creamy smoothie that balances tart raspberries with rich almond butter, perfect for any time of day.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Smoothie Ingredients
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries Fresh raspberries are best in summer.
  • 1 medium banana Frozen bananas add extra creaminess.
  • 1 cup almond milk Or other non-dairy milk.
  • 2 tablespoons almond butter Feel free to substitute with peanut butter.
  • 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup Optional, based on sweetness preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds a lovely depth.
  • as needed ice cubes Optional for extra chilliness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all your ingredients.
  2. If using fresh raspberries, rinse and pat them dry.
  3. In a blender, start by adding the raspberries.
  4. Next, add the banana.
  5. Pour in the almond milk and add the almond butter.
  6. Drizzle in your choice of sweetener and vanilla extract.
  7. Add ice cubes if desired.
  8. Blend until smooth and creamy, adjusting sweetness as needed.
  9. Pour into a glass and enjoy the vibrant pink hue.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 150mgFiber: 6gSugar: 14g

Notes

Consider swapping raspberries for blueberries or strawberries for varied flavors. To keep it vegan, use maple syrup and ensure almond butter has no added sugars. For added protein, consider mixing in a scoop of protein powder.

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