With its sweet and slightly tart flavor, glorious purple color, and luscious creamy texture, this blackberry smoothie makes an unbeatable morning pick-me-up or afternoon snack. You’d think that such a bright blend would only be available with access to the freshest fruit, but this one is made from frozen berries! Great taste is always in season once you know this foolproof smoothie blueprint.
If you’re a fan of blackberries, this should be an easy win right off the bat. There’s a lot going for such a recipe.
- Only 3 ingredients: All you need is fruit and liquid to make an incredible sweet treat! Blackberries are the star of the show while bananas create a rich creamy base, and non-dairy milk brings everything together. Soymilk is my favorite for the added protein and luscious flavor, but any alternative milk will do.
- Ready in 5 minutes or less: Even if you’ve hit the snooze button on your alarm a half dozen times already, you can still make it out the door with this healthy breakfast in hand.
- Perfect anytime of day: Beyond breakfast, a light fruit smoothie is ideal for recharging after a workout, taking the edge off your hunger between meals as a smart snack, or enjoying after dinner instead of a sugary dessert.
How To Make A Blackberry Smoothie Without Yogurt
Mainstream cafes and fast-food franchises seem to put yogurt in every smoothie they serve. It’s frustrating for anyone avoiding dairy, especially when you realize it’s even easier to make one without yogurt than it is with!
In this case, the combination of a super-ripe banana blended with soymilk adds the same thickness, without any added sugar, flavors, or preservatives commonly found in conventional packaged yogurt. You can always add more or less liquid to achieve exactly the consistency you prefer.
Health Benefits Of Blackberries
Blackberries are unsung superheroes of the fruit world. Anthocyanins are what give them their deep, dark coloring, which are powerful antioxidants that help protect against heart disease, cancer, inflammation, and more. They’re also said to boost brainpower, just like strawberries, blueberries, and raspberries too.