This blueberry almond butter smoothie is loaded with flavor and nutrients. Blueberries have a natural sweetness with a hint of tartness that pair well with the rich, creamy texture of almond butter. This smoothie is quick and easy to throw together and can be prepared in advance.
Ingredients and Substitutions
I used fresh blueberries in this smoothie, but frozen works just as well. Wild or cultivated varieties both work, so use whatever you have on hand. Blueberries are loaded with antioxidants, fiber, vitamin C, and vitamin K, which makes them a nutrient-rich choice.
Almond butter adds creaminess and a nutty flavor with a hint of earthiness. It’s a great source of nutrients like monounsaturated fats, vitamin E, calcium, and magnesium. I recommend using smooth almond butter instead of crunchy for the best texture when making this smoothie.
I like to sweeten this smoothie with a Medjool date. You can substitute another type of date if you prefer, but I’m partial to Medjool because they’re particularly sweet and are often quite moist which helps them blend up nicely in the smoothie. You can omit the date altogether if you prefer a lower sugar version of this smoothie.
I like to add vanilla extract to this smoothie. It complements the blueberry and almond butter flavors perfectly and gives this smoothie a flavor similar to blueberry pie. You can omit the vanilla extract if you prefer.
How to Make a Blueberry Almond Butter Smoothie
Remove the pit from the Medjool date, then add it to a blender. Add the blueberries, almond butter, vanilla extract, and milk to the blender.
Blend until smooth.
Storage
Serve right away or store this smoothie in the fridge for up to three days, then stir before serving.
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Blueberry Almond Butter Smoothie Recipe
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened milk of choice (I used soy milk)
- 1/2 cup blueberries
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 1 Medjool date
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Remove the pit from the Medjool date, then add it to a blender.
- Add the blueberries, almond butter, vanilla extract, and milk to the blender.
- Blend until smooth.
Notes
- Serve right away or store this smoothie in the fridge for up to three days, then stir before serving.
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