Start your day off right with a refreshing and easy strawberry smoothie.
Packed with fruit and cream, this creamy drink is the perfect way to fuel your busy mornings.
Smoothie recipes are perfect with minimal ingredients and prep time, it's a simple and delicious option for the whole family to enjoy.
Get ready to satisfy your taste buds with the delightful combination of strawberries and cream!
When it comes to a quick and easy breakfast or snack options, smoothies are hard to beat. Not only are they delicious and refreshing, they can also be incredibly nutritious depending on the ingredients you use.
One standout smoothie that is both tasty and satisfying is the classic strawberry and cream.
Made with frozen strawberries, creamy Greek yogurt, and dairy-free coconut milk, this smoothie is a refreshing and indulgent treat that is perfect for any time of day.
Combining the sweet and tangy flavor of fresh frozen strawberries with the smooth and rich texture of the coconut milk and yogurt, this smoothie is a true delight for your taste buds.
Whether you've got a busy morning ahead or simply need a pick-me-up in the afternoon, a strawberry and cream smoothie is the perfect choice for a satisfying and refreshing snack.
📌Pro Smoothie Making Tip
Using frozen strawberries in a homemade smoothie guarantees a thick and icy cold smoothie.
Recipe Prep
- Rinse your fresh strawberries off leaving the caps in place. Place them in a zip-topped plastic bag in the freezer.
- Once frozen and ready to use carefully slice the cap off before adding them to the blender.
Surprise your sweetie with a Valentine's Day breakfast in bed with this nutritious Strawberry and Cream Smoothie.
👇See the step by step directions below!
Strawberry and Cream Smoothie Ingredients
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- canned coconut milk
- Greek yogurt
- ice cubes
- frozen strawberries
- honey, or sweetener of choice
Directions
- In a blender place the coconut milk, yogurt, and ice.
- Blend until the ice is blended well.
- To make a layered smoothie:
- Pour 1 cup of the coconut mixture from the blender into a spouted measuring cup and set in the freezer to keep chilled.
- To the remaining mixture in the blender add the frozen strawberries and honey if using.
- Blend until the ice is crushed and all of the strawberries have been blended smooth.
- Divide the strawberry portion between two glasses.
- Retrieve the coconut mixture from the freezer and slowly pour half into each glass.
- Garnish with a sliced strawberry.
- Don't want to make a layered smoothie? Add all the ingredients to the blender at the same time and blend until smooth.
- Make 2 servings.
All in all, this smoothie is delicious and easy to make. You only need a few simple ingredients from your kitchen to whip up this awesome snack or breakfast.
The combination of strawberries and cream makes for an excellent sweet treat that the whole family will love - it's the perfect way to start your day!
So don't hesitate any longer, get those blender blades whirring and try out this recipe today!
If you like strawberry shortcake, then you'll absolutely enjoy this creamy and fruity smoothie. Go ahead and give it a try - you won't regret it!
📌Pro Recipe Tips
- Leaving the strawberry caps in place while rinsing helps to keep the strawberries from absorbing water and getting mushy.
- freeze fresh strawberries ahead of time to use in all your smoothie recipes.
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Strawberry and Cream Smoothie
Ingredients
- 1 cup lite coconut milk
- ¼ cup plain greek yogurt
- 1 ½ cups ice cubes
- 10 medium frozen strawberries
- 1 tablespoon honey (or sweetener of choice if desired)
Instructions
- In a blender place the coconut milk, yogurt, and ice.
- Blend until the ice is blended well.
To make a layered smoothie:
- Pour 1 cup of the coconut mixture from the blender into a spouted measuring cup and set in the freezer to keep chilled.
- To the remaining mixture in the blender add the frozen strawberries and honey if using.
- Blend until the ice is crushed and all of the strawberries have been blended smooth.
- Divide the strawberry portion between two glasses.
- Retrieve the coconut mixture from the freezer and slowly pour half into each glass.
- Garnish with a sliced strawberry.
- Make 2 servings.
Recipe Expert Tips
- Leaving the strawberry caps in place while rinsing helps to keep the strawberries from absorbing water and getting mushy.
- freeze fresh strawberries ahead of time to use in all your smoothie recipes.
- don't want to make a layered smoothie? just put all of the ingredients in the blender together.
Beth
I LOVE Florida Strawberry season here in TAMPA, Arlene! We love going to the U-Pick Farms.
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Pakistani Food Recipes
Please share chocolate smoothie recipe as well. My kids loved it.
Dee
My kids love strawberries, and this is the prettiest smoothie I've ever seen! Can't wait to try this, so thanks for sharing! 🙂
Arlene Mobley
Dee thank you so much! I hope the kids enjoy the recipe.
Bree
This looks so good! I can't wait to try it. Thank you for sharing! 🙂
Arlene Mobley
Bree
Thank you! Enjoy the recipe.
Soni
Love the use of coconut milk in your smoothie!Sounds delicious!
Arlene Mobley
Thank you Soni!
Sue Lau
I love the layering and delicate pink color. Wonderful!
Arlene Mobley
Thank you Sue!
Renee@Renee's Kitchen Adventures
Love your tip about freezing strawberries. I never knew this! Also love this smoothie. My son is dairy free, he's love this!
Arlene Mobley
Renee
Thank you! I actually prefer a coconut milk based smoothie. They are really good. I hope your son enjoys the recipe!
Cindys Recipes and Writings
Coconut milk sounds perfect in this smoothie!
Arlene Mobley
Cindy Thanks!
Hezzi-D
I love a good smoothie for breakfast Sounds delicious!
Arlene Mobley
It's a great way to start the morning!
Kelly
I would never think to use coconut milk! Sounds delish!
Arlene Mobley
Thank you Kelly!
Liz
i'm never drawn a green smoothie, but a berry smoothie is a different story! How gorgeous is yours!!!
Arlene Mobley
Liz
Green smoothies definitely are an acquired taste. Now, a strawberry smoothie on the other hand, is so good you don't even need to add a sweetener if you are avoiding them. Thanks!
Constance Smith | Cosmopolitan Cornbread
Oh, yes please!!!
Arlene Mobley
Thanks!
Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere
What a beautiful smoothie! Perfect for a healthy breakfast!
Arlene Mobley
Thank you Sarah!
Nichole
I just love everything about this smoothie! I love that the frozen Florida strawberries were once fresh and YOU froze them...and coconut milk in a smoothie, is my favorite. Happy Valentine's Day!
Arlene Mobley
Nichole
Thank you and Happy Valentines Day!
Renee
I like how this is made with coconut milk. The combo of strawberry and coconut is so good.
Arlene Mobley
Renee thank you!