Tropical Cranberry Pineapple Bliss Smoothie
This refreshing smoothie blends the tangy taste of cranberries with sweet pineapple and banana, making it a perfect quick breakfast or treat for brunch guests.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries If using fresh, make sure they’re not too sour!
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks Alternatively, use canned; just drain and rinse them.
- 1 large banana The riper, the better for sweetness.
- 1 cup spinach Kids won’t know it's there!
- 1 cup coconut water Provides a tropical flair.
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup Optional, depending on your desired sweetness.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a high-speed blender, combine cranberries, pineapple chunks, banana, and spinach.
- Add the coconut water to the blender for easier blending.
- If desired, drizzle in honey or maple syrup for sweetness.
- Blend on high until smooth, about 30 seconds to 1 minute. If too thick, add more coconut water.
- Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if needed.
- Pour into glasses or bowls and top with fresh cranberries or pineapple chunks.
Notes
If making for a crowd, consider doubling the recipe and storing extras in the freezer. For added nutrition, toss in protein powder or flaxseeds. Blend spinach separately if worried about kids spotting it.