Raspberry Coconut Cream Smoothie (Printable Version)

Creamy raspberry-coconut blend ready in 5 minutes. Tart, sweet, and perfectly refreshing.

# Ingredient List:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 cup frozen raspberries
02 - 1 ripe banana

→ Liquids

03 - 1 cup unsweetened coconut milk

→ Creaminess & Flavor

04 - 1/4 cup coconut cream
05 - 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
06 - 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract

→ Ice

07 - 1/2 cup ice cubes (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Place frozen raspberries, banana, coconut milk, coconut cream, maple syrup (if using), vanilla extract, and ice cubes (if desired) into blender container.
02 - Process on high speed until completely smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down sides of blender as needed.
03 - Taste smoothie and add additional maple syrup if more sweetness is desired.
04 - Divide mixture between two glasses. Garnish with fresh raspberries or toasted coconut flakes if preferred.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The tart raspberries cut through the rich coconut cream creating the most gorgeous balance
  • It comes together in literally five minutes but tastes like something from a fancy juice bar
02 -
  • Frozen raspberries are absolutely necessary here because fresh ones will make it watery and thin
  • Let the blender run longer than you think necessary those tiny raspberry seeds take time to completely break down
03 -
  • If your blender struggles with frozen fruit let the berries sit on the counter for ten minutes before blending
  • The riper your banana the less maple syrup you will need so taste before adding any sweetener

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