Description
This Cranberry Pineapple Smoothie blends tangy cranberry juice, sweet frozen pineapple, creamy Greek yogurt, and banana for a refreshing, tropical, and nutrient-rich drink. It’s an easy, healthy option perfect for breakfasts, brunches, or midday snacks. With only a few ingredients and customizable add-ins, this vibrant smoothie delivers big flavor and a creamy, refreshing texture every time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks
- ½ cup cranberry juice
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative)
- 1 banana, peeled and sliced
- ¼ cup ice (optional)
- 1–2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Add cranberry juice to a high-speed blender.
- Add Greek yogurt, sliced banana, frozen pineapple chunks, and ice (if using).
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Adjust consistency with more cranberry juice if needed.
- Taste and add honey or maple syrup if desired.
- Pour into glasses, garnish, and serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Add more frozen pineapple for a thicker smoothie or more juice for a thinner consistency.
- Spice up with cinnamon or ginger for extra warmth.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 24 hours or freeze in portions for longer.
- Blend again with a splash of juice or milk if separation occurs.
- Make it vegan with dairy-free yogurt and agave or maple syrup instead of honey.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Breakfast
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 26 g
- Sodium: 25 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 3 mg