Wild Blueberry Muffin Smoothie
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Wild Blueberry Muffin Smoothie
Description
The Wild Blueberry Muffin Smoothie incorporates frozen wild blueberries and softened Medjool dates for natural sweetness and fruity flavor. Vanilla-flavored Greek yogurt contributes creaminess and tang, while rolled oats help thicken and provide a subtle oat flavor akin to a muffin crumb. Flaxseed meal and hemp hearts offer mild nuttiness and texture, enhancing the smoothie’s body.
Vanilla extract is complemented by optional almond extract, cinnamon, or lemon zest to tailor the flavor profile. Blended with oat milk or other plant-based alternatives, this smoothie achieves a drinkable yet substantial consistency. It serves one but can be doubled as needed.
Soaking the dates in warm water softens them for easier blending and smoother texture. Adding protein powder is optional for extra sustenance, making this smoothie suitable for a quick nutritious start or on-the-go snack.
Ingredients
- 1 cup wild blueberries frozen
- 2 dates large Medjool, pitted and softened if necessary
- ½ cup Greek yogurt vanilla flavor (plain also works
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon flaxseed meal
- 1 tablespoon hemp hearts
- ¼ cup rolled oats gluten free if desired
- ⅔ cup oat milk unsweetened, or almond milk, or any milk of choice
- Optional add-ins:
- ⅛ teaspoon almond extract
- ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 protein powder vanilla flavor, scoop, choice of brand
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a high powered blender: blueberries, dates, yogurt, flaxseed meal, hemp hearts, rolled oats and milk. Feel free to add any optional add-ins to your smoothie if you’d like. Blend until smooth, adding more milk to thin, if necessary. Pour into a glass and enjoy! Serves 1. Feel free to double the recipe to serve 2.
Notes
- Soften dates by soaking them in warm water for at least 5 minutes to ease blending.
- Prepare all ingredients measured and ready before blending for efficient assembly.
- Customize the smoothie with optional extracts or spices for varied flavor.
- Adjust milk amount to reach desired thickness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 432 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1smoothie | |
| Calories | 432cal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 63.4g | 21% |
| Protein | 14.6g | 29% |
| Fat | 14.8g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 2.8g | 14% |
| Fiber | 6.4g | 26% |
| Sugar | 26.4g | 53% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.