Winter Honey Glazed Berry Smoothie (Printable Version)

A comforting blend of honey-glazed roasted berries and thyme creates a warm, aromatic smoothie perfect for winter mornings.

# Ingredient List:

→ Roasted Berries

01 - 1 cup mixed frozen or fresh berries (blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, strawberries)
02 - 2 tbsp honey
03 - 4 sprigs fresh thyme
04 - 1 tsp olive oil

→ Smoothie Base

05 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
06 - 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
07 - 1 small banana, peeled
08 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
09 - Pinch of ground cinnamon
10 - 1 tsp lemon juice

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a bowl, toss the berries with honey, olive oil, and thyme sprigs.
03 - Spread berries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 12–15 minutes, until berries are soft and slightly caramelized. Remove thyme stems and let berries cool for 5 minutes.
04 - In a blender, combine roasted berries, Greek yogurt, almond milk, banana, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Blend until smooth and creamy.
05 - Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness by adding more honey or milk if needed.
06 - Pour into glasses and serve immediately, garnished with a sprig of fresh thyme if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The roasting process transforms ordinary frozen berries into jammy, concentrated little gems that will make you question why youve been drinking raw smoothies all this time.
  • Its unexpectedly warming on cold mornings but doesnt weigh you down like traditional winter comfort foods.
02 -
  • Dont skip the cooling step or youll end up with a lukewarm smoothie that loses its texture appeal.
  • That tiny bit of lemon juice isnt optional, it actually enhances the berry flavors and balances the sweetness in a way that makes the whole drink come alive.
03 -
  • Line your baking sheet with parchment paper that extends up the sides to contain any berry juices that might otherwise burn on the pan and become bitter.
  • For an extra layer of flavor, try using orange blossom honey which pairs remarkably well with the thyme and berries.

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